Other fauna include iguana and two species of crocodiles. Human activities in the surrounding area include rice and sugar-cane cultivation. Added to the Montreux Record in 1993 because of a major fire. Subject of a Ramsar Advisory Mission in 1998. A coastal area under tidal influence with permanent saline wetlands subject to seasonal flooding.
Main land uses consist of traditional and recreational fishing, ranching, agriculture and commerce.
Supports 55 species of fish, several commercial shellfish species, numerous bird species, mammals and reptiles. Human activities within the site consist of extraction of mangroves for fuel and tannins, traditional fishing, clam and crab harvesting. Ramsar site no. 782. Posted 10 January 2000, updated 14 June 2000, Dwight Peck, Ramsar.