Phoenix Islands Protected Area
Phoenix Islands Protected Area, Marine protected area in Central Pacific Ocean, Kiribati
The Phoenix Islands Protected Area spans 408,250 square kilometers of ocean and includes eight coral islands with diverse marine habitats and underwater mountains.
The area gained UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2010 and became a complete no-commercial fishing zone in 2015 to protect marine resources.
The Phoenix Islands serve as a scientific research center where marine biologists study coral reef systems and document changes in ocean ecosystems.
Access to the protected area requires special permits and arrangements through the Kiribati government, with transportation limited to authorized vessels and aircraft.
The reserve contains fourteen underwater mountains, formed from extinct volcanoes, that create specialized habitats for deep-sea creatures and coral formations.
Inception: 2008
Address: Phoenix Islands, Kiribati
GPS coordinates: -3.64972,-172.85750
Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:01
The Kiribati Islands feature coral atolls, marine reserves, and World War II remains across the Pacific Ocean. The sites include white sand beaches, traditional fishing villages, and coral reefs. Military installations, cannons, and naval battle sites from 1943 remain on several islands. The Phoenix Islands Protected Area spans 408,250 square kilometers of marine habitat. Cultural venues present maritime traditions, local crafts, and historical artifacts of the Gilbert Islands.
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