Cobrador

Cobrador
2.821 km²
Coastline: 7.547 km
Landform: Plains
291 / km²
UTC+08:00
Tree Cover: 68%
Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

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

Geography and size of Cobrador

Size: 2.821 km²
Coastline: 7.5 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Philippine Sea
Continent: Asia

Cobrador is a Small Island spanning 2.8 km² with a coastline of 7.5 km.

Archipel: Malay Archipelago – The world’s largest archipelago, located between mainland Southeast Asia and Australia, known for its immense biodiversity and cultural diversity.

Tectonic Plate: Sunda – Extends across Southeast Asia, encompassing parts of the Sunda Shelf, known for its interaction with the Australian Plate, contributing to volcanic activity in Indonesia.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 12.6609068 / Longitude: 122.23886011

Climate and weather of Cobrador

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Rainforest Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: This climate is typified by heavy rainfall throughout the year, high humidity, and consistently high temperatures, leading to lush rainforests and rich biodiversity. Seasonal temperature variations are minimal.

Topography and nature of Cobrador

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: 132 m
Mean Elevation: 88 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 68%

The mean elevation is 88 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 132 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 Broadleaf Forest
Characterized by dense, lush canopies of broadleaf trees that retain their leaves year-round. These forests are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions and are known for their high biodiversity. Cobrador has a tree cover of 68 %.

Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Four distinct vegetation zones mark these islands as ecologically diverse. They might feature varied landscapes such as forests, beaches, grasslands, and rocky areas. Such diversity reflects the island’s complex ecological interactions and varied habitats, which can support a rich array of wildlife and plant species.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Cobrador

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Cobrador. The nearest airport is Tugdan Airport, located 41 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Cobrador. The closest major port is PORT ROMBLON, approximately 8 km away.

The mean population of Cobrador is 291 per km². Cobrador is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Philippines.

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

Cobrador Island, Romblon - May 2018


Philippines is classified as Emerging region: G20: Group of Twenty – Major economies comprising both developed and emerging countries, representing the world’s largest economies. The level of income is Lower middle income.

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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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