Potter

Potter
1.661 km²
Coastline: 5.360 km
Landform: Plains
0 / km²
UTC+08:00
Tree Cover: 44%
Shrubland

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

Geography and size of Potter

Size: 1.661 km²
Coastline: 5.4 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Indian Ocean
Continent: Oceania

Potter is a Small Island spanning 1.7 km² with a coastline of 5.4 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: -20.94045482 / Longitude: 116.1529054

Climate and weather of Potter

Climate Zone: Dry
Climate Details: Hot Deserts Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Dominated by extremely hot temperatures, this climate is marked by minimal rainfall and barren landscapes. Nights often experience drastic temperature drops.

Topography and nature of Potter

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: 9 m
Mean Elevation: 7 m
Vegetation: Shrubland
Tree Coverage: 44%

The mean elevation is 7 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 9 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: Shrubland
Dominated by shrubs and small bushes, these areas are typical in dry, rocky, or sandy environments, as well as in regions with poor soil fertility. Potter has a tree cover of 44 %.

Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Potter

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Potter. The nearest airport is Karratha Airport, located 73 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Potter. The closest major port is DAMPIER, approximately 71 km away.

The mean population of Potter is 0 per km². Potter is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Australia.

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


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 Potter

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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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