Republic of the Congo biodiversity statistics
Protected areas, forests, species for Republic of the Congo: the key indicators with the latest year available, the world ranking and the world value.
| Indicator | Republic of the Congo | Year | World rank | World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protected areas, % of territory | 34.2% | 2025 | #21 of 209 | 17.0% |
| Forest cover, % of land | 64.0% | 2024 | #25 of 209 | 31.1% |
| Marine protected areas | 14.1% | 2025 | #41 of 170 | 17.5% |
Biodiversity: world rankings · Republic of the Congo population
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