Mwabvi Wildlife Reserve

Mwabvi Wildlife Reserve
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area)
LocationNsanje District, Malawi
Coordinates16°40′S 35°0′E / 16.667°S 35.000°E / -16.667; 35.000
Area135 km2 (52 sq mi)
Established1953 extended 1975
Governing bodyDepartment of National Parks and Wildlife

Mwabvi Wildlife Reserve is the smallest wildlife reserve in Malawi, covering approximately 135 km² (52 mi²). The park was established in 1953 and expanded in 1975. Since then there have been several conservation efforts to help maintain the park. It hosts a wide variety of habitats and wildlife and is known for being home to the last of the Malawi Black Rhino population.

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