Tobago’s Main Ridge Forest Reserve

Tobago is the smaller of the two Caribbean islands comprising the nation of Trinidad and Tobago. It is known for its wide, sandy beaches and biodiverse tropical rainforest rich in indigenous flora and fauna.

Framed by mountains, the village-like port capital, Scarborough, is anchored by its central food market. Overlooking the city are the 18th-century ruins of Fort King George, now housing the Tobago Museum and its local art and artifacts.

The Main Ridge Forest Reserve was declared a protected rainforest by the English Crown in 1776 and is is the oldest protected piece of land and forest reserve in the western hemisphere.

It is a popular birdwatching site being home to hummingbirds indigenous to Tobago and also also offers lush flora and fauna providing habitat for twelve to sixteen species of mammals.

www.whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/5646/, www.protectedareastt.org.tt and www.visittobago.gov.tt

Enrique Martin at Enrique.Martin@fourcommunications.com