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Spaans Lagoen stretches approximately 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) in length and ranges in width from 200 to 500 metres (660 to 1,640 ft) wide, covering an area of 70 hectares (170 acres). Its distinctive tidal influence has given rise to a rare ecosystem, with its shores covered by mangroves.
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The northeastern border of the Spaans Lagoen extends from the volcanic rock and sediment typical of Arikok
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Spaans Lagoen has two main bodies of water: the channel and the lagoon. It serves as a vital area for recruiting and raising, supporting adult populations from surrounding ecosystems. Water birds, including birds of prey like
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The shores of Spaans Lagoen Bay, lined with mangroves, play a crucial role in preserving the region's biological diversity. Within this mangrove forest, four different mangrove species can be found: Red
Mangrove
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Limestone cliffs and terraces encircle the Spaans Lagoen from nearly all directions. These areas exhibit low vegetation and a
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347:migratory
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739:27 April
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