Ary Kamen, island in the Bering Sea, part of Commander Islands
Ary Kamen is a small uninhabited island in the Bering Sea that forms part of the Commander Islands group. The island features rocky shores and patches of grass, with two distinct rock formations, one of them rising to about 45 meters above the water.
The island received its current name in 1848 after explorers had previously called it Novy (New Island), Sivuchy, and later Ariy. The Commander Islands historically served as a stopping point for explorers and traders crossing the Pacific and Bering regions.
The island's name traces back to seabirds that once rested there, reflecting the region's natural heritage. Today, the presence of nesting birds and marine mammals shapes how visitors experience and understand the place.
Access to the island requires careful planning, as there are no regular ships or flights directly there. Visitors are typically transported by boat or aircraft arranged from larger settlements in Kamchatka.
The island receives about 5 meters of rain annually, which keeps it lush and teeming with life despite its cold winters. This extreme moisture supports the diverse bird colonies and marine mammals that breed and rest there.
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