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1. Barú Volcano: Located in the Chiriquí province, Barú is the highest volcano in Panama, with an elevation of 3,474 meters (11,398 feet). It is a stratovolcano, composed of layers of lava and ash, and is considered active due to the presence of fumaroles and seismic activity.
2. El Valle Volcano: Situated in the Coclé province, El Valle is a caldera volcano with a diameter of approximately 6 kilometers (3.7 miles). It is known for its hot springs and mud pools, which are a result of the volcanic activity in the area.
3. La Yeguada Volcano: Located in the Veraguas province, La Yeguada is a stratovolcano with an elevation of 1,220 meters (4,003 feet). It has a history of explosive eruptions, producing pyroclastic flows and ash clouds.
4. San Cristóbal Volcano: Found in the Chiriquí province, San Cristóbal is a stratovolcano with an elevation of 3,002 meters (9,849 feet). It is characterized by its steep slopes and a crater lake at the summit.
5. Sereno Volcano: Located in the Chiriquí province, Sereno is a stratovolcano with an elevation of 2,052 meters (6,732 feet). It is known for its geothermal activity, with hot springs and fumaroles present in the area.
6. Tacarcuna Volcano: Situated on the border between Panama and Colombia, Tacarcuna is a stratovolcano with an elevation of 1,875 meters (6,152 feet). It has a complex volcanic history, with multiple craters and lava domes.
7. Volcán de Agua: Also known as El Volcán, Volcán de Agua is located in the Chiriquí province. It is a stratovolcano with an elevation of 1,185 meters (3,888 feet). While it is considered active, there are no recent reports of eruptions or significant volcanic activity.
These volcanoes are monitored by the Panamanian Institute of Geosciences (Instituto de Geociencias de Panamá) to assess their activity and potential risks to nearby communities.