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UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Luanda |
Moco time compared to Beijing time (China) |
7 hours ahead |
Overview of Monte Moco, Angola
Monte Moco is the highest peak in Angola, at 2,620 meters above sea level, and is located on the Bié Plateau in Huambo Province in the central-western part of the country. An important natural landmark in Angola, Monte Moco is part of the West African mountain ecosystem, with its unique cloud forests and mountain grasslands inhabited by numerous endemic species.
Ecological value and biodiversity
The Moco Hills region is a key biodiversity hotspot in Angola, with a rich diversity of birds, amphibians and flora, including the endangered Angolan Lion-tailed Monkey and the Prinzipal's Woodland Warbler. The vegetation of the mountains is dominated by montane grasslands, heathland scrub and remnant cloud forests, which have an important water-holding function.
Geography and Climate
The Moko Hills are located in a tropical highland climate zone, with an average annual temperature of 15-20°C and an annual precipitation of about 1,500 millimeters. The mountain consists of ancient granite, the terrain is steep, and there are several streams distributed in the valley, which is one of the birthplaces of several rivers in Angola.
Conservation Status and Tourism Potential
The Moco Mountains are currently classified as an Important Bird Area (IBA), but are threatened by deforestation and agricultural expansion. The area has potential for ecotourism, with hiking and bird watching as its specialties, but infrastructure needs to be improved. Protecting this ecosystem is essential to maintain water security in western Angola.
Moco Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-25
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06:00
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18:23
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