Loai-ta Bank and Reefs

The Loai-ta Bank and Reefs form a complex marine structure with shallow waters, coral formations, and small land features at coordinates 10.75°N, 114.50°E.

The territorial control of Loai-ta Bank has shifted throughout the 20th century, leading to ongoing disputes between multiple Southeast Asian nations over its sovereignty.

Local fishing communities from different nations have traditionally utilized the waters around Loai-ta Bank as their primary source of maritime resources.

Navigation through Loai-ta Bank requires detailed maritime charts and careful consideration of water depths, as numerous shallow coral formations exist throughout the area.

Marine researchers have documented over fifty distinct coral species within the Loai-ta Bank ecosystem, creating an interconnected network of marine habitats.

Part of: Spratly Islands

GPS coordinates: 10.75000,114.50000

Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:45