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Review documented seismic events, event magnitudes, and epicentre distances in the Albertine Rift region.

Historical Earthquake Catalogue and Seismic Records for Kahuzi-Biéga National Park

This historical collection provides an accessible catalogue of recorded seismic events associated by proximity with the boundaries of Kahuzi-Biéga National Park. Explore data regarding event timing, calculated magnitude levels, and the spatial relationship between epicentres and the park landscape in the South Kivu Province. These records allow for the observation of regional tectonic history without characterizing current landscape stability or future seismic probability.

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Eastern lowland gorilla habitatAlbertine RiftBiodiversity hotspotUNESCO World Heritage SiteVolcanic mountains

A UNESCO World Heritage site protecting Congo's exceptional biodiversity and eastern lowland gorilla habitat

Kahuzi-Biéga National Park

Kahuzi-Biéga National Park is a protected area in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, situated near the western bank of Lake Kivu and the Rwandan border, west of Bukavu town in South Kivu Province. Established in 1970 and expanded five years later, the park encompasses approximately 6,000 square kilometers, making it one of the largest national parks in the country. The park features two distinct sectors: a smaller eastern mountainous region spanning 600 square kilometers within the Mitumba Mountains of the Albertine Rift, and a larger western lowland area of 5,400 square kilometers stretching from Bukavu toward Kisangani. This unique topography, coupled with the presence of two dormant volcanoes that lend their names to the park, creates an extraordinary range of habitats that support exceptional biodiversity.

Location
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Park type
National park
Established
1970
Area
6,000 km²
Highest point
3,308 m
Kahuzi-Biéga National Park Map and Geography

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Investigate recorded earthquakes around Kahuzi-Biéga National Park

Earthquake evidence around Kahuzi-Biéga National Park is organised by reported epicentres and calculated distance from its Albertine Rift, volcanic-mountain, and forest geography. Dates, magnitudes, depths, locality labels, separations, and source records remain available for comparison without inferring causes, gorilla-habitat effects, current risk, or occurrence inside every mapped boundary.

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Explore additional parks after Kahuzi-Biéga National Park

After the Kahuzi-Biéga National Park earthquake catalogue, these routes carry exploration beyond an Albertine Rift landscape of volcanic mountains, tropical and montane forest, valleys, wetlands, grassland, rivers, and waterfalls. They are not claims of ecological, geographic, or seismic similarity, and imply no common designation, record depth, geological setting, hazard, current risk, or earthquake importance.
Watercolor illustration of a landscape with mountains, water bodies, and grassy fields
National parkDemocratic Republic of the Congo
About 6.4 km away#1 closest

Kahuzi-Biega National Park: Protected Volcanic and Rainforest Landscapes in the Congo

Geographic atlas of the Mitumba Mountains and lowland rainforest transition

Kahuzi-Biega National Park occupies a significant expanse in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, connecting mountainous volcanic terrain with sprawling tropical lowland forests. The area supports an unparalleled diversity of vegetation, tracking from subalpine summits down to rare swamp and riparian habitats. This site acts as a key reference for understanding the ecological richness of the Albertine Rift and the broader Congo Basin landscape.

Area
6,000 km²
Established
1970
IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
Watercolor illustration of rolling hills, mountains, and a river or lake
National parkDemocratic Republic of the Congo
62 km away#2 closest

North

Virunga National Park: Democratic Republic of the Congo's Premier Protected Landscape

Mapped boundaries and diverse Albertine Rift endemic geography.

Virunga National Park represents a pivotal protected area within the Democratic Republic of the Congo, characterized by an exceptional range of geographic features and vital ecosystems. Its protected landscape includes active volcanoes like Nyiragongo with its lava lake, the towering Rwenzori Mountains, and diverse lowland savannas. This atlas-focused entry highlights the park's unique position in the Albertine Rift, crucial for numerous endemic species and offering significant insight into regional geography and protected land context.

Area
7,800 km²
Established
1925
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
National parkRwanda
About 62 km away#3 closest

East

Nyungwe Forest National Park: Protected Landscape in Rwanda's Geography

National park mapping and regional context discovery.

Understand Nyungwe Forest National Park as a distinct protected landscape within the atlas of Rwanda. This page details its status as a national park, focusing on its geographic positioning and mapped protected boundaries. Explore the park's integral role in the regional geography of East Africa, providing a foundation for structured discovery of its natural terrain and conservation importance.

National parkRwanda
About 62 km away#4 closest

East

Nyungwe National Park: Rwanda's Protected National Park for Geographic Discovery

Explore its mapped natural landscape and protected terrain.

Nyungwe National Park represents a vital protected area within Rwanda, contributing a unique landscape to the nation's geographic atlas. This national park offers a specific focus for understanding protected lands, their mapped boundaries, and the natural terrain they encompass. By examining Nyungwe National Park, users gain insight into Rwanda's regional geography and the significance of its conservation efforts within the broader context of East African natural landscapes.

National parkDemocratic Republic of the Congo
80 km away#5 closest

Northwest

Maiko National Park National Park: Map and Protected Landscape Exploration

Discover primary forest terrain and endemic species sanctuary.

Maiko National Park, situated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is a cornerstone of central African conservation, protecting over 10,000 square kilometers of pristine tropical rainforest. This national park is recognized globally for its critical role in harboring endemic species such as Grauer's gorilla and the okapi, alongside significant populations of forest elephants and chimpanzees. Its extensive river systems and varied terrain within the Ituri Rainforest ecosystem provide essential habitat, establishing Maiko as a key area for understanding and preserving central African biodiversity and landscape context.

Area
10,885 km²
Established
1970
IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
National parkWestern Province
About 80 km away#6 closest

Northeast

Gishwati Forest National Park: Discover Rwanda's Protected Landscape Geography

Mapped protected area boundaries and regional natural landscape.

Gishwati Forest National Park offers a focused exploration of a significant protected natural landscape in Rwanda's Western Province. This resource provides detailed geographic context, highlighting the park's mapped boundaries and its role within the country's conservation areas. Understand its terrain and regional landscape importance through an atlas-centric view.

Area
32.02 km²
Established
2015
IUCN
IV
Relief
Mountain
National parkRwanda
About 80 km away#7 closest

Northeast

Gishwati-Mukura National Park: Rwanda's Protected Montane Forest Landscape in the Albertine Rift

Explore its mapped boundaries and regional geography.

Gishwati-Mukura National Park, located in western Rwanda, is a vital protected area renowned for its montane forest ecosystems. This national park occupies mountainous terrain characteristic of the Albertine Rift, contributing significantly to watershed protection and regional biodiversity. Users can explore its specific geographic context, mapped landscape features, and its role within Rwanda's broader conservation atlas.

Area
32.02 km²
Established
2015
IUCN
II
Relief
Highland
National parkBurundi
About 95 km away#8 closest

Southeast

Kibira National Park: Burundi's Protected National Park Landscape and Geography

Mapped protected area within the Great Rift Valley region.

Kibira National Park represents a vital protected national park entity within Burundi's diverse geography. As part of the Great Rift Valley's expanse, its mapped boundaries and landscape identity offer a focal point for understanding regional protected areas. This park's presence in Burundi contributes essential data to a structured atlas of natural landscapes and conservation lands across East Africa.

Area
400 km²
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Tropical
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Access deeper insights into the protected terrain and ecological structure of Kahuzi-Biéga National Park. MoriAtlas provides a clear view of the park boundaries and regional geography in South Kivu, helping you understand how these diverse volcanic and lowland systems connect within the broader Albertine Rift.