Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Oceania Plains Small Island Tropical Untouched Wilderness

North West Crocodile Island

Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Oceania Plains Small Island Tropical Untouched Wilderness

North West Crocodile Island, Australia

Added on 30 December 2023

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3.059 km²

Coastline: 7.996 km

Landform: Plains

0 / km²

UTC+09:30

Tree Cover: 68%

Open Woodland

Australia

Closest neighboring island: Mooroongga

Welcome to North West Crocodile Island, a Tropical island in the Arafura Sea, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes North West Crocodile Island unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.
Climate and Weather: Weather patterns and temperature.
Topography and Nature: Uncover the natural wonders of the island.
Infrastructure and Travelling: Insights on reaching, staying, and making the most of your visit.
News and Headlines: Latest News.

Geography and size of North West Crocodile Island

Size: 3.059 km²
Coastline: 8 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Arafura Sea
Continent: Oceania

North West Crocodile Island is a Small Island spanning 3.1 km² with a coastline of 8 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Somalia – A large tectonic plate covering the Horn of Africa and parts of the Indian Ocean, known for the East African Rift where it’s splitting away from the African Plate.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -11.69834174 / Longitude: 135.15789457

Climate and weather of North West Crocodile Island

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Savanna, Wet
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Defined by distinct wet and dry seasons with high temperatures year-round. Pronounced rainfall occurs during the wet season, while the dry season is marked by drought.

Topography and nature of North West Crocodile Island

Timezone: UTC+09:30
Timezone places: Australia/Adelaide
Max. Elevation: 8 m
Mean Elevation: 6 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 68%

The mean elevation is 6 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 8 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: Open Woodland
Characterized by sparsely distributed trees with open canopy allowing sunlight to penetrate, supporting grasses and shrubs underneath. Often found in drier or transitional environments. North West Crocodile Island has a tree cover of 68 %.

Vegetation: 6 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Islands in this range are ecological powerhouses, showcasing a wide array of vegetation zones. Each zone, from lush rainforests to arid scrublands, coastal mangroves to mountainous regions, contributes to a complex and interdependent ecosystem. These islands are often hotspots of biodiversity, supporting numerous species and intricate ecological processes.

Infrastructure and Travelling to North West Crocodile Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on North West Crocodile Island. The nearest airport is Milingimbi Airport, located 52 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on North West Crocodile Island. The closest major port is GOVE, approximately 179 km away.

The mean population of North West Crocodile Island is 0 per km². North West Crocodile Island is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Australia.

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

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Australia is classified as Developed region: nonG7: Developed economies outside of the Group of Seven, characterized by high income and advanced economic structures. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from North West Crocodile Island

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

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.

North West Crocodile Island

Geography and size of North West Crocodile Island

Climate and weather of North West Crocodile Island

Topography and nature of North West Crocodile Island

Infrastructure and Travelling to North West Crocodile Island

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from North West Crocodile Island

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