The dry forests of Grand Cayman have been heavily cleared or degraded for human development; the less populated islands have more intact wooded habitat.

The islands, 200-300km south of Cuba, are at the western end of the Greater Antilles.

This climate is characterized by relatively even temperatures throughout the year, and a pronounced dry season.

The only native mammals on the islands are the eight species of bats, none of which are endemic.

[1] Officially protected areas of the Cayman Islands include: