Malpelo

Malpelo Island and its marine environment were placed on the World Heritage List because of their natural beauty (a superb diving site) and its fishing-free status which protects the sharks, turtles and other sea animals.

Malpelo holds a unique shark population; swarms of 500 hammerhead sharks and hundreds of silky sharks are frequently seen by diving expeditions.

Malpelo was initially nominated together with Gorgona, but the latter didn't meet the criteria to be included in the World Heritage List.


Year Decision Comments
2006 Inscribed Reasons for inscription

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