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Pristine Rainforest

 

The people of Belize have set aside 40% of their country as a nature preserve, making it one of the best ecotourist destinations in the world. With over 600 species of birds, 5 species of wild cats (including jaguars, pumas, ocelots', margays and jaguarmundis), 2 species of crocodiles, and many unique mammals including tapirs, pacas, tyras, coatimundis, kinkajous and peccaries, Belize offers visitors a unique opportunity to see tropical wildlife in its natural state.