Îles Indian

1.664 km²
Coastline: 8.936 km
Landform: Plains
UTC-04:00
Tree Cover: 77%
Deciduous Needleleaf Forest

Welcome to Îles Indian, a Continental island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Îles Indian unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Îles Indian

Size: 1.664 km²
Coastline: 8.9 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Gulf of St. Lawrence
Continent: North America

Îles Indian is a Small Island spanning 1.7 km² with a coastline of 8.9 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: 51.40063075 / Longitude: -57.68286449

Climate and weather of Îles Indian

Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Subarctic Climate
Temperature: Cold Summer

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers, often found in northern latitudes of North America and Eurasia.

Topography and nature of Îles Indian

Timezone: UTC-04:00
Timezone places: America/La_Paz
Max. Elevation: 17 m
Mean Elevation: 11 m
Vegetation: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 77%

The mean elevation is 11 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 17 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: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Consists of needleleaf trees that shed their needles annually. This type of forest is less common and can be found in certain cold, northern regions. Îles Indian has a tree cover of 77 %.

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 Îles Indian

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Îles Indian. The nearest airport is Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Airport, located 54 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Îles Indian. The closest major port is BLANC SABLON, approximately 60 km away.

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

Continuing your journey, Île des Esquimaux is the next notable island, situated merely km away.


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.

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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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