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Lagoa Cimidor is a small coastal lagoon in the southeastern part of the island of Maio in Cape Verde. It is situated 3.5 km northeast of the village Ribeira Dom João and 13 km east of the island capital Cidade do Maio. It is part of a 3.89 km2 (1.50 sq mi) protected area (Reserva Natural da Lagoa Cimidor) which also includes the adjacent coast.[1][2] One of the largest permanent bodies of water on the island, it is an important area for birds and turtles.

Locationsoutheastern Maio, Cape Verde
Coordinates15.1657°N 23.0952°W / 15.1657; -23.0952
TypeLagoon
Ribeira das Tras and Ribeira do Poço
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Lagoa Cimidor
Lagoa Cimidor is located in Cape Verde
Lagoa Cimidor
Lagoa Cimidor
Location within Cape Verde
Locationsoutheastern Maio, Cape Verde
Coordinates15.1657°N 23.0952°W / 15.1657; -23.0952
TypeLagoon
Ribeira das Tras and Ribeira do Poço
Basin countriesCape Verde
Surface elevation
2 m (6 ft 7 in)
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