Archangel Island, Nature reserve in Gulf of California, Mexico.
The 931-square-kilometer island features a mountain chain spanning 69 kilometers, with cliffs rising to 1,305 meters above the Gulf of California.
The island remained without permanent human settlements throughout history, with only temporary visits from Seri and Cochimi tribes for hunting purposes.
Scientists research the biological diversity of the island, documenting species like the Angel Island mouse and Angel Island speckled rattlesnake.
Access to the island requires boat transportation through the Ballenas Channel, with anchorage points available near the northern bays.
The Canal de Ballenas separating the island from mainland Mexico contains a year-round population of fin whales that feed in these waters.
Location: Municipio de Mexicali
GPS coordinates: 29.26959,-113.30618
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:01
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