Mata de Platano Field Station and Nature Reserve (MPFS), established in February 2000 by the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico – Bayamon campus and the environmental organization Citizens of the Karst (CDK), serves as a vital hub for research, education, and outreach within the municipality of Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Nestled in the northern karst region of the island, MPFS encompasses approximately 53 hectares (5,705,000 sq. ft.) of pristine land.
Situated in the rural expanse of the Arecibo Municipality at coordinates Latitude 18.41448 and Longitude -66.72875, the station features a two-story concrete building which serves as its headquarters. This building accommodates up to 24 guests and is equipped with common areas, a kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry facilities. Dedicated spaces for scientific laboratories, academic work, and community outreach are also available.
- Year Founded
- 2000
- Year Joined OBFS
- 2015
- Size of Field Station (hectares)
- 1-100
- FSML Web Address
- https://oire.bayamon.inter.edu/fieldstation
- Private nonprofit organization?
- Yes
- Universities affiliated / Parent Organization
- Inter American University of Puerto Rico
- Federal, state, or local governmental partners?
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No
- Member of the Virtual Field
- No