Africa Gently Populated Hills Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Small Island Tropical

Nosy Mangabe

Africa Gently Populated Hills Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Small Island Tropical

Nosy Mangabe, Madagascar

Added on 30 December 2023

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5.326 km²

Coastline: 11.153 km

Landform: Hills

62 / km²

UTC+03:00

Tree Cover: 100%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Madagascar

Closest neighboring island: Nosy Boraha

Welcome to Nosy Mangabe, a Tropical island in the Indian Ocean, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Nosy Mangabe 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 Nosy Mangabe

Size: 5.326 km²
Coastline: 11.2 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Indian Ocean
Continent: Africa

Nosy Mangabe is a Small Island spanning 5.3 km² with a coastline of 11.2 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Australia – A major tectonic plate covering Australia, New Zealand, and parts of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, known for its relative stability and occasional seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -15.49578573 / Longitude: 49.76803549

Climate and weather of Nosy Mangabe

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 Nosy Mangabe

Timezone: UTC+03:00
Timezone places: Asia/Riyadh
Max. Elevation: 222 m
Mean Elevation: 135 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 100%

The mean elevation is 135 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 222 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Hills: Gently sloping landforms with rounded tops, having a maximum elevation between 200 and 500 meters. Hills contribute to a varied landscape on islands.

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. Nosy Mangabe has a tree cover of 100 %.

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 Nosy Mangabe

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Nosy Mangabe. The nearest airport is Maroantsetra Airport, located 9 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Nosy Mangabe. The closest major port is MAROANTSETRA, approximately 6 km away.

The mean population of Nosy Mangabe is 62 per km². Nosy Mangabe is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Madagascar.

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

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Madagascar is classified as Least developed region: Countries that exhibit the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development, with the lowest Human Development Index ratings. The level of income is Low income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Nosy Mangabe

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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.

Nosy Mangabe

Geography and size of Nosy Mangabe

Climate and weather of Nosy Mangabe

Topography and nature of Nosy Mangabe

Infrastructure and Travelling to Nosy Mangabe

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Nosy Mangabe

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