Guaratiba Biological Reserve

Guaratiba Biological Reserve
Mangrove area in Barra de Guaratiba, Rio de Janeiro
Map showing the location of Guaratiba Biological Reserve
Map showing the location of Guaratiba Biological Reserve
Location in Brazil
Nearest cityRio de Janeiro
Coordinates23°00′44″S 43°35′37″W / 23.0123°S 43.5936°W / -23.0123; -43.5936
Area2,800 hectares (6,900 acres)
DesignationBiological reserve
Created20 November 1974

Guaratiba Biological and Archeological Reserve is a State biological reserve located in the western zone of Rio de Janeiro city, in the State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It protects an important area of mangroves and wetlands in the east of Guaratiba Bay.