Amos

Amos
0.351 km²
Coastline: 4.124 km
Landform: Plains
UTC-08:00
Tree Cover: 85%
Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

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

Geography and size of Amos

Size: 0.351 km²
Coastline: 4.1 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: North Pacific Ocean
Continent: North America

Amos is a Tiny Island spanning 0.351 km² with a coastline of 4.1 km.

Archipel:

Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 50.0162068 / Longitude: -127.35397422

Climate and weather of Amos

Climate Zone: Temperate
Climate Details: Temperate Oceanic Climate
Temperature: Warm Summer

Climate Characteristics: Known for its moderate year-round temperatures with ample rainfall and no dry season. Warm summers are characteristic.

Topography and nature of Amos

Timezone: UTC-08:00
Timezone places: America/Los_Angeles
Max. Elevation: 18 m
Mean Elevation: 8 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 85%

The mean elevation is 8 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 18 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Dominated by evergreen coniferous trees such as pines and firs, which retain their needle-like leaves throughout the year. These forests are often found in cooler climates. Amos has a tree cover of 85 %.

Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Amos

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Amos. The nearest airport is Port Hardy Airport, located 73 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Amos. The closest major port is PORT ALICE, approximately 42 km away.

The mean population of Amos is 0 per km². Amos is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Canada.

Continuing your journey, Union is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

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Canada is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Amos

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Amos. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.

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