Bugungu Wildlife Reserve
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Bugungu Wildlife Reserve is a protected area in both Buliisa District and Masindi District in Western Uganda. It covers an area of 473.0 km2.[1] It is managed by Uganda Wildlife Authority under the supervision of Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities.[3] It was declared a Wildlife Reserve in 1968 but it was originally established as a Controlled Hunting Area in 1963.[4][2] Its WDPA ID is 1438.[1] It is IUCN Management Category III.[1]
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Bugungu Wildlife Reserve | |
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Location | Buliisa District and Masindi District, Western Uganda |
Nearest city | Masindi, Masindi District |
Coordinates | 1°58′33.636″N 31°31′8.4″E |
Area | 473 km2 (183 sq mi) |
Elevation | 600m - 1300m[2] |
Established | 1963 |
Governing body | Uganda Wildlife Authority |
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