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Omo Forest Reserve is a preserved area of tropical rainforest in Ogun state, in the south-western part of Nigeria. It is located about 135 km (84 mi) northeast of Lagos and 80 km (50 mi) east of Ijebu Ode. This nature reserve covers an area of 130,500 hectares (322,000 acres). The average rainfall is around 2,000 mm (80 in).
The Omo Biosphere Reserve is located in Ijebu, Southern Nigeria, roughly 135 km north-east of Lagos. Its name comes from the River Omo that traverses its territory. Elevation ranges from 15 m to 150 m above sea level, creating the perfect conditions for the mixed moist forest and semi-evergreen rainforest found in the biosphere reserve.
Forest Reserve is located in Ijebu Province of Ogun State, south-western Nigeria (6°35'-7°05'N 4°19'-4°40'E; Fig. 1). The reserve was established in 1925 and covers about 130,500 ha. The ...
17 sie 2023 · Omo Forest Reserve, a tropical rainforest in Nigeria’s southwest, faces threats from excessive logging, uncontrolled farming, and poaching. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) Read More
Located about 135 kilometers from Lagos, the Omo Forest Reserve contains over 200 types of tree, 125 species of bird and several mammals, including many endangered species such as chimpanzees, elephants and white-throated guenon monkeys.
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Omo Forest Reserve Abeokuta Nigeria. 1. Wildlife Spotting: Omo Forest Reserve is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, antelopes, buffaloes, monkeys, and more.