Barbuda Highlands

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A map showing the Barbuda Highlands
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Barbuda Highlands from a beach on the Atlantic side

The Barbuda Highlands, referred to locally as The Highlands, are a range of hills located on the island of Barbuda in the Caribbean. [1] [2] [3] [4] The highest point in the Barbuda Highlands is 44.5 meters above sea level, [5] and the hills are characterized by rocky outcroppings, scrub vegetation, cacti and a unique ecosystem that includes several species of endemic plants and wildlife. [6] The Barbuda Highlands are a protected area, [7] and are recognized for their environmental and geological significance. The highlands have many caves and are located on the Atlantic Ocean. [8]

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Barbuda Highlands from the near-top

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