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Ostrov Buyan

Ostrov Buyan, Russia

Added on 7 January 2024

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0.188 km²

Coastline: 4.272 km

Landform: Plains

0 / km²

UTC+12:00

Tree Cover: 47%

Open Woodland

Russia

Closest neighboring island: Zavyalov

Welcome to Ostrov Buyan, a Polar island in the Sea of Okhotsk, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Ostrov Buyan 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 Ostrov Buyan

Size: 0.188 km²
Coastline: 4.3 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Sea of Okhotsk
Continent: Asia

Ostrov Buyan is a Tiny Island spanning 0.188 km² with a coastline of 4.3 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Okhotsk – Located in the northwest Pacific Ocean, the Okhotsk Plate encompasses the Sea of Okhotsk, the Kamchatka Peninsula, and parts of Japan. It’s involved in complex interactions with the Pacific and North American plates, contributing to seismic activity in the region.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 59.63017844 / Longitude: 154.23020195

Climate and weather of Ostrov Buyan

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 Ostrov Buyan

Timezone: UTC+12:00
Timezone places: Asia/Kamchatka
Max. Elevation: -35 m
Mean Elevation: -52 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 47%

The mean elevation is -52 m. Remarkably, this unique island barely emerges above the sea level, showcasing nature’s fascinating interplay with the ocean. 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. Ostrov Buyan has a tree cover of 47 %.

Vegetation: 1 vegetation zones – Minimal Diversity Island
These islands exhibit the most basic level of ecological diversity, often characterized by a single dominant vegetation type. This could be due to extreme environmental conditions, limited land area, or significant human impact. They represent unique ecosystems where specific species have adapted to thrive in these singular environments.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Ostrov Buyan

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Ostrov Buyan. The nearest airport is Omsukchan Airport, located 356 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Ostrov Buyan. The closest major port is BUKHTA NAGAYEVA (MAGADAN), approximately 390 km away.

The mean population of Ostrov Buyan is 0 per km². Ostrov Buyan is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Russia.

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

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News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Ostrov Buyan

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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.

Ostrov Buyan

Geography and size of Ostrov Buyan

Climate and weather of Ostrov Buyan

Topography and nature of Ostrov Buyan

Infrastructure and Travelling to Ostrov Buyan

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