Firnleya Yuzhnyy

Firnleya Yuzhnyy
1.623 km²
Coastline: 9.209 km
Landform: Mountains
0 / km²
UTC+08:00
Tree Cover: 72%
Sparse Vegetation

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

Geography and size of Firnleya Yuzhnyy

Size: 1.623 km²
Coastline: 9.2 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Kara Sea
Continent: Asia

Firnleya Yuzhnyy is a Small Island spanning 1.6 km² with a coastline of 9.2 km.

Archipel:

Tectonic Plate: Eurasia – One of the world’s largest tectonic plates, the Eurasian Plate covers a significant portion of Europe and Asia. It’s characterized by diverse geological features, including the Ural Mountains, the European Plain, and the Himalayas formed from its collision with the Indian Plate.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 77.15215108 / Longitude: 100.14857944

Climate and weather of Firnleya Yuzhnyy

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.

Topography and nature of Firnleya Yuzhnyy

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: m
Mean Elevation: m
Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
Tree Coverage: 72%

The mean elevation is m. The island is characterized by Mountains: High, steeply elevated landforms. Characterized by both a high maximum elevation (over 500 meters) and a high mean elevation, creating rugged, mountainous terrains on islands.

Dominating Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
These regions have limited plant growth, typically due to extreme conditions like aridity or poor soils. Vegetation is scattered and consists of hardy plant species. Firnleya Yuzhnyy has a tree cover of 72 %.

Vegetation: 3 vegetation zones – Moderately Diverse Island
These islands start to show a broader range of ecological niches. With three vegetation zones, they may offer a mix of ecosystems like coastal areas, inland woods, and perhaps a distinct wetland or dry area. This diversity supports a wider range of flora and fauna, making these islands more ecologically complex than those with minimal diversity.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Firnleya Yuzhnyy

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Firnleya Yuzhnyy. The nearest airport is Khatanga Airport, located 629 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Firnleya Yuzhnyy. The closest major port is DUDINKA, approximately 1773 km away.

The mean population of Firnleya Yuzhnyy is 0 per km². Firnleya Yuzhnyy is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Russia.

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

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Russia is classified as Emerging region: BRIC: Brazil, Russia, India, and China – Economies noted for their rapid growth and increasing influence on global affairs. The level of income is Upper middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Firnleya Yuzhnyy

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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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