Many other unusual species are protected here as well. These include the tapir, papa, ocelots, margays, pumas, and many bird species. Day trips and tours to this area are easily arranged and any wildlife enthusiast will not want to miss this. The Belize Zoo , established in 1983 by Sharon Matola, is unlike any other zoo in the world. The animals here are not housed in cages but live within 30 acres of their natural environment.
Manatees are an endangered species.
However, Belize has once again, lead the way in protecting their precious wildlife . The number of manatees in Belize has now stabilized and one can occasionally catch a glimpse of these enormous, graceful sea cows. The most probable site to see these wonderful animals in the extensive mangrove swamp that is a part of the Chocon Machacas Wildlife Reserve. All rights reserved.