Pulau Marosa

Pulau Marosa
0.703 km²
Coastline: 3.894 km
Landform: Plains
42 / km²
UTC+09:00
Tree Cover: 97%
Mangrove Forest

Welcome to Pulau Marosa, a Tropical island in the Halmahera Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Pulau Marosa unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Pulau Marosa

Size: 0.703 km²
Coastline: 3.9 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Halmahera Sea
Continent: Oceania

Pulau Marosa is a Tiny Island spanning 0.703 km² with a coastline of 3.9 km.

Archipel: Melanesia – A subregion of Oceania in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, including countries like Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu, known for their diverse cultures and languages.

Tectonic Plate: Birds Head – Also known as the Bird’s Head Plate, it is a small tectonic plate in the vicinity of the Bird’s Head Peninsula in West Papua. The plate is noted for its interactions with the Pacific, Australian, and Philippine Sea plates, contributing to the geological complexity of the region.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -1.53757684 / Longitude: 128.08528779

Climate and weather of Pulau Marosa

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 Pulau Marosa

Timezone: UTC+09:00
Timezone places: Asia/Tokyo
Max. Elevation: 11 m
Mean Elevation: 7 m
Vegetation: Mangrove Forest
Tree Coverage: 97%

The mean elevation is 7 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 11 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: Mangrove Forest
Found in coastal areas and river deltas, these unique wetland ecosystems are adapted to saline conditions and are crucial for coastal protection and biodiversity. Pulau Marosa has a tree cover of 97 %.

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 Pulau Marosa

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Marosa. The nearest airport is Pattimura International Airport, located 241 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Marosa. The closest major port is LABUHA, approximately 121 km away.

The mean population of Pulau Marosa is 43 per km². Pulau Marosa is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Indonesia.

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


Indonesia is classified as Emerging region: MIKT: Mexico, Indonesia, South Korea, and Turkey – Economies recognized for their development potential and emerging market status. The level of income is Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Pulau Marosa

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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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