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- Caribbean
- Barbados
- Bridgetown
- Wildlife
Wildlife
The waters around Barbados are a treasure trove of marine life.
In the far north of the island is the Animal Flower Cave (in the
parish of St Lucy) where sea anemones abound in cave pools deep
enough to swim in. Scuba divers flock to the Folkestone Marine
Park, which has an artificial reef created by the deliberate
sinking of the ship Stavronikita in 1976. Less adventurous
snorkellers enjoy swimming in the Recreational Zone of the park on
a reef that is home to numerous fish and marine species, corals and
sponges. The Park also has a museum and an aquarium. It is situated
in St James, near Holetown. The Barbados Wildlife Reserve is mainly
a monkey sanctuary set in a natural mahogany wood in the parish of
St Peter. Green monkeys provide entertainment for visitors as they
play in a natural environment. There are also ducks, turtles,
tortoises, birds, peacocks, otters, raccoons and deer roaming the
woods.
Information & Facts
Language
English is the official language in Barbados.
Money
The Barbados Dollar (BBD) is fixed to the US Dollar at a rate of
Bd$1.98 to US$1 and does not fluctuate. Its rate is relative to
other currencies fluctuations based on the particular currency's
relation to the US Dollar. US Dollars are also widely accepted on
the island, and well-known international credit cards and
travellers cheques (best carried in US dollars to avoid additional
charges) are accepted in most stores and restaurants. Banks and
ATMs are freely available and cash withdrawals can be made.
Time
Local time in Barbados is GMT -5.