• Lizards of Tobago

    Tobago is home to several species of lizards, which play an important role in the island’s ecosystem. Some of the most commonly found lizards in Tobago include: Overall, Tobago’s lizards play an important role in the island’s ecosystem and are an interesting and unique aspect of its wildlife. However, it is important to respect and protect these creatures and their habitats to ensure their continued survival.

  • Butterflies of Tobago

    Tobago is home to a diverse range of butterfly species. Some of the most commonly observed species on the island include: These are just a few of the many butterfly species that can be found on Tobago. The island’s diverse range of habitats, from forested areas to open fields and gardens, provide a home to a wide variety of butterfly species.

  • Birds of Tobago

    Tobago is home to a rich diversity of bird species, including both resident and migratory species. Some of the most commonly observed bird species on the island include: Tobago is also home to several species of parrots, including the endangered Trinidad and Tobago endemic species, the Trinidad piping-guan. Other notable species include the white-necked jacobin, collared trogon, and the yellow-bellied elaenia. Tobago’s Main Ridge Forest Reserve is an excellent place to observe a variety of bird species in their natural habitat. These are just a few of the many bird species that can be found on Tobago. The island’s diverse range of habitats, from forests and woodlands to coastal areas and open fields, provide a home to a wide variety of bird species.

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    Hillsborough Reservoir

    Hillsborough Reservoir, which was commissioned in May 1952, by His Excellency Sir Hubert Elvin Rance, then Governor of Trinidad and Tobago, is the only impounding reservoir in Tobago. The reservoir is located 870 feet above sea level, Hillsborough has a rustic beauty and an elegantly designed spillway which provides a safety outlet when the reservoir is too full. The reservoir has a maximum storage capacity of 1.02 million m³ and the water treatment plant located just below can produce up to 9,091m3 per day. Water from the reservoir serves areas such as Mt. St. George, Concordia, Whim, Mary’s Hill, Union and Les Coteaux. The raw water from the reservoir passes through two strainers that clear the incoming water of large debris such as branches, twigs…

  • Districts of Tobago

    Tobago was previously divided into seven (7) parishes while under colonial rule.  Saint Patrick Saint Andrew Saint David Saint George Saint Mary Saint John Saint Paul In 1980 the Tobago House of Assembly replaced this system with twelve (12) local electorial districts and seats in the assembly. Bacolet/Mt. Saint George Goodwood/Belle Garden Bethe/Mt. Irvine Black Rock/Whim/Spring Garden Buccoo/Mt. Pleasant Canaan/Bon Accord Lambeau/Signal Hill Parlatuvier/L’Anse Fourmi/Speyside Plymouth/Golden Lane Providence/Mason Hall/Moriah Belle Garden East/Roxborough/Deleford Scarborough/Calder Hall In 2021 an additional 3 seat were added making it 15 electorial districts.