Surface streams are relatively rare in karst regions, but many streams flow in caverns below karst surfaces.

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This is because in karst regions water typically flows underground through channels and crevices in the limestone or other soluble rock, rather than on the surface. These underground streams can form spectacular cave systems with flowing water, such as the Cenote Angelita in Mexico or the underground river in the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park in the Philippines.

Surface Streams Are Relatively Rare in Karst Regions, but Many