Where is Ocosingo Basin located?

Ocosingo Basin is located in Ocosingo, Chiapas, Mexico. Geographically, it lies approximately at coordinates 17.1233° N, 91.7471° W. You can inspect its spatial position and geographic boundaries on the interactive map above.

What are the primary physical measurements of Ocosingo Basin?

As a Basin, Ocosingo Basin features an elevation/height of 724 m. Additional physical metrics and detailed bathymetry can be explored under the "Detailed Info" tab.

What is the geological origin of Ocosingo Basin?

Ocosingo Basin was formed through regional geomorphological processes, shaped by long-term weathering, lithological structures, and tectonic movement.

Can you visit and explore Ocosingo Basin?

Yes, Ocosingo Basin can be explored. You can find nearby routes, natural discovery points, and regional markers under the "Nearby Discovery" tab. Visitors should check local environmental regulations and travel advisories before planning a visit.

Ocosingo Basin Catchment Area (860 km²), Rivers, Ecosystems & Map | Symphony of Horizon

Ocosingo Basin Map

Basin Info

Drainage Area:860 km²

Avg Slope:101.00°

Precipitation:2444 mm/yr

Soil Org Carbon:47 g/kg

Exploration Summary: Ocosingo Basin

Ocosingo Basin is a major hydrological drainage basin located in Ocosingo, Chiapas, Mexico at coordinates 17.1233° N, 91.7471° W. Covering a total surface area of 860 km² with an average annual precipitation of 2,444 mm/yr, this catchment basin governs regional runoff, drainage density, and watershed retention.

Data sources: HydroATLAS, GEBCO, OpenStreetMap, and global geospatial datasets. Measurements may vary depending on dataset resolution and survey methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ocosingo Basin

Land Use / Cover

Analysis Index

Quick Facts

Drainage Area	860 km²
Avg Slope	101.00°
Precipitation	2444 mm/yr
Soil Org Carbon	47 g/kg

Registry Info

Avg Elevation	724 m
Area	860 km²

Basin Overview

Avg Elevation724 m

Total Area860 km²

Avg Slope101.00°

LocationOcosingo, Chiapas, Mexico

Coordinates17.1233° N, 91.7471° W

Hydrological Metrics

Annual Runoff1309 mm

Yearly Precip2444 mm

Soil Analysis

Clay Content33%

Silt Content33%

Sand Content35%

Organic Carbon47 g/kg

Water Content88%

Erosion Rate6607 t/ha/yr

Environmental Profile

Canopy Height39.6 m

Above-Ground Biomass308.1 t/ha

Leaf Area Index (LAI)5.17 m²/m²

Actual Evapotransp.1469 mm

Potential Evapotransp.1691 mm

Avg Snow CoverN/A

Ecosystem & Biodiversity ProfileTropical Moist Broadleaf Biome

Native species grouped by taxonomic classification within this basin catchment area

Mammals

Yucatan vesper ratLocal Sighting

Otonyctomys hatti

Least ConcernVerified

Desert ShrewLocal Sighting

Notiosorex crawfordi

Least ConcernVerified

Yucatan Brown BrocketLocal Sighting

Mazama pandora

VulnerableVerified

Western Gray SquirrelLocal Sighting

Sciurus griseus

Least ConcernVerified

Chaerephon specLocal Sighting

Chaerephon spec

UnknownVerified

Mesoamerican Common Mustached BatLocal Sighting

Pteronotus mesoamericanus

Least ConcernVerified

Pygmy Spotted SkunkLocal Sighting

Spilogale pygmaea

VulnerableVerified

Alto Shrew

Sorex altoensis

UnknownVerified

Birds

Harpy Eagle

Harpia harpyja

VulnerableFallback

Scarlet Macaw

Ara macao

Least ConcernFallback

Crested Guan

Penelope purpurascens

Least ConcernFallback

Reptiles & Amphibians

Cuchumatanes Alligator LizardLocal Sighting

Abronia cuchumatanus

Verified

Abronia auritaLocal Sighting

Abronia aurita

Verified

Boreal Toad

Anaxyrus boreas

Least ConcernVerified

Southwestern Toad

Anaxyrus mexicanus

Least ConcernVerified

Bolitoglossa alberchi

VulnerableVerified

Xicotepec Salamander

Chiropterotriton melipona

UnknownVerified

Abronia fimbriataLocal Sighting

Abronia fimbriata

Verified

Marbled Toad

Incilius marmoreus

Least ConcernVerified

Fish

Arapaima

Arapaima gigas

Least ConcernFallback

Red-bellied Piranha

Pygocentrus nattereri

Least ConcernFallback

Neon Tetra

Paracheirodon innesi

Least ConcernFallback

Common Electric Eel

Electrophorus electricus

Least ConcernFallback

Insects & Invertebrates

Abaris aquilonariaLocal Sighting

Abaris aquilonaria

Verified

Leafcutter Ant

Atta cephalotes

Least ConcernFallback

Morpho Butterfly

Morpho peleides

Least ConcernFallback

Goliath Beetle

Goliathus goliatus

Least ConcernFallback

Plants & Fungi

Anthurium armenienseLocal Sighting

Anthurium armeniense

Verified

Anthurium chamulenseLocal Sighting

Anthurium chamulense

Verified

Ceratozamia robustaLocal Sighting

Ceratozamia robusta

Verified

Ceratozamia osborneiLocal Sighting

Ceratozamia osbornei

Verified

Ipomoea elongataLocal Sighting

Ipomoea elongata

Verified

Parasenegalia lundelliiLocal Sighting

Parasenegalia lundellii

Verified

Passiflora xiikzodzLocal Sighting

Passiflora xiikzodz

Verified

Ipomoea suffultaLocal Sighting

Ipomoea suffulta

Verified

Tropical Moist Broadleaf Biome

Catchment Bio-Hydrological Profile

Detailed science-downscaled diagnostics covering canopy structures, climatology, and watershed stability.

Drainage Area

860 km²

Canopy Structure

GEDI Lidar

24%

Forest

Leaf Area Index (LAI)

5.17 m²/m²

Density Classification

Sparse Shrubland

Canopy Height39.6 m

Aboveground Biomass308.1 t/ha

Interactive Climatograph

Rainfall (mm)

Temp (°C)

Land Cover Breakdown

Forest / Tree Cover24%

Cropland46%

Pastures / Rangelands26%

Urbanization & Infrastructure0%

Open Water Bodies4%

Water Yield Profile

HydroRIVERS

54%Yield

Annual Runoff

1,309 mm

Mean Discharge

36.496 m³/s

Water yield ratio of 53.6%, converting precipitation into channel flow.

Landscape Integrity

Human Stress

50 / 100

Soil Erosion

6.6kt/h/y

Tectonic Slope Stability:100%

Nighttime Light Index:100%

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