Muhunga Central Forest Reserve
| Muhunga Central Forest Reserve | |
|---|---|
| Muhunga Forest | |
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| Location | Kibaale District, Western Region, Uganda |
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| Area | 4.12 km2 (1.59 sq mi) |
| Established | 1965 |
| Governing body | National Forestry Authority (NFA) |
Muhunga Central Forest Reserve is a protected tropical forest that is located in Kyebando sub-county in Kibaale District in Western Uganda.[1] It covers an area of 4.12 km2 (1.59 sq mi).[2][3][1] It is managed by the National Forestry Authority.[3] It was designated a reserve in 1965.[2][3] Its WPDA ID is 39992.[3]
Geography and structure
[edit | edit source]Muhunga CFR is located at coordinates: Lua error: callParserFunction: function "#coordinates" was not found. in Kibaale District in Western Uganda.[4] It is used for both Ecological and Environmental purposes. It acts as a catchment area for River Muhunga that drains into MuziziRiver. River Muhunga is the water source for both Kibaale and Karuguuza piped water.[5]
Threats
[edit | edit source]Encroachment and illegal lumbering.[6][5][7] Immigrants from neighbouring countries such as Rwanda who clear the forests for settlement.[8]
Conservation status and challenges
[edit | edit source]In 2019, a former Mwenge North Member of Parliament was arrested for owning two power saws and 255 pieces of timber in his house by the Uganda police of Kagadi District.[7]
See also
[edit | edit source]- National Forestry Authority
- List of Central Forest Reserves of Uganda
- List of Local Forest Reserves
- Kasato Central Forest Reserve
References
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