Protected areaBenin
Complexe W-Arly-Pendjari
Sudano-Sahelian savanna and riverine conservation corridors.
Complexe W-Arly-Pendjari, in Benin.
14,948.3 km²1996Major water bodies
Country designation
Mapping the geographic distribution and regional context of protected natural areas in Benin
Comprehensive Atlas of Protected Areas and Conservation Sites Within Benin
The MoriAtlas protected area layer for Benin identifies conservation sites and natural landscapes that maintain distinct ecological importance across the country. By mapping these locations, this index provides a clear view of regional geography and the distribution of protected natural terrain. Use this resource to trace the boundaries and landscape connectivity of varied environments throughout Benin.
Navigating the broader national landscape of flexible protected sites across Benin
Protected Area in Benin, Exploring Flexible Conservation Sites and Reserves
Benin protected areas encompass a diverse collection of flexible conservation sites that fall outside standard park classifications. Exploring these regional reserves provides comprehensive geographic insight into West African habitats, riverine ecosystems, and varied protected landscapes.
Protected area
Mapped parks6
Share of country parks43%
Parks in this designationExplore classified forests, wetlands, and transboundary wildlife reserves across national geography.6
See all parksBenin Protected Area Directory and Mapped Conservation Sites
Browse the complete collection of protected areas in Benin, ranging from Sudano-Sahelian savanna complexes to southern riverine ecosystems. Filter through classified forests and wetland habitats to examine regional conservation geography and cross-border reserves.
Protected areaOuémé DepartmentMarine
Basse vallée de l'Ouémé, lagune de Porto-Novo, lac Nokoué
Geographic analysis of a major West African riverine and lagoon system
Spanning the lower reaches of the Ouémé River, this protected wetland area in southern Benin integrates complex fluvial and coastal landscapes. The territory includes Lake Nokoué and the Porto-Novo lagoon, creating a vital hydrological basin that supports seasonal floodplains, mangrove fringes, and significant ecological connectivity. Examine the mapped boundaries and natural terrain of this unique West African environmental corridor.
916 km²TropicalAccess unknownWater-dominated
Protected areaAlibori Department
Forêt classée de la Sota
A historic Sudano-Sahelian savanna and riverine ecosystem
Forêt classée de la Sota stands as a critical protected woodland in northeastern Benin. This expansive 53,000 hectare reserve protects unique Sudano-Sahelian terrain defined by the Sota River basin, supporting a diverse range of savanna wildlife and complex riparian habitats across the Alibori region.
530 km²1947TropicalMinor water
Protected areaDonga Department
Forêts classées des monts Kouffé
Exploring the ecological transition zone of the Kouffé Mountains
Covering a massive area in the Donga region, the Forêts classées des monts Kouffé serve as a key transition forest system. The protected area features hilly terrain and dense gallery woods that bridge humid southern landscapes with northern interior plateaus, creating a distinct ecological setting in central Benin.
2,728.04 km²Minor water
Protected areaBorgou Department
Forêt classée de N'Dali
A study in northern Benin savanna and gallery forest geography
Forêt classée de N'Dali stands as a defined protected area within Benin, preserving a complex mosaic of tree savanna and open woodland. This reserve captures the essential Sudano-Sahelian landscape character of the Borgou region, featuring a pattern of vegetation controlled by seasonal drainage and soil variation.
1942
Protected areaZou Department
Forêt marécageuse de Lokoli
A rare flooded ecosystem in southern Benin
Spanning approximately 500 hectares, Forêt marécageuse de Lokoli serves as a crucial refuge for primate species and native swamp-forest vegetation. The area illustrates a distinct alluvial geography, characterized by seasonal flooding from the Hlan stream that transforms the forest floor into a mosaic of shallow pools and dense, stilt-rooted woodland environments.
5 km²Major water bodies
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Explore Other Park Designations and Protected Area Types in Benin
Evaluate how nature reserves, national parks, and biosphere reserves shape the broader conservation network in Benin. Comparing these distinct management categories reveals the full diversity of protected natural areas found throughout the country.
Mapping protected biodiversity reserves across Benin
Nature reserve
This collection features nature reserves in Benin, detailing their purpose as protected areas focused on ecosystem integrity. Examine how these conservation sites contribute to the regional landscape and provide critical protection for sensitive habitats and species across the country.
Share of country parks29%
4Mapped parksBenin Nature Reserves Atlas
Strategic conservation systems in West Africa
Biosphere reserve
Trace the geography of Benin through its designated Biosphere reserves. This atlas module highlights how sustainable conservation areas provide essential ecological stewardship and coordinate land management across diverse regional environments.
Share of country parks14%
2Mapped parksBenin Biosphere Reserve Atlas
Discover protected areas and regional geography in Benin.
National park
This section details Benin's National Parks, highlighting their importance as protected landscapes and their role in the country's natural geography. Explore the atlas view of these nationally recognized areas, understanding their distribution and geographic context within Benin, providing insight into the country's conservation efforts and mapped natural heritage.
Share of country parks14%
2Mapped parksBenin National Parks Overview
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Benin: park list
Open the park list for Benin to explore locations and park characteristics.
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