Canning

Canning
36.129 km²
Coastline: 81.586 km
Landform: Hills
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Tree Cover: 89%
Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Welcome to Canning, a Polar island in the South Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Canning unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Canning

Size: 36.1 km²
Coastline: 81.6 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South Pacific Ocean
Continent: South America

Canning is a Medium Island spanning 36 km² with a coastline of 82 km.

Archipel: Cordillera Patagónica Insular – A series of islands in the Patagonian region, known for their dramatic landscapes and part of the Andean mountain range.

Tectonic Plate: South America – A major plate covering the South American continent and part of the Atlantic Ocean, known for the Andes mountain range and significant seismic and volcanic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -50.29863076 / Longitude: -74.66947276

Climate and weather of Canning

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.

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