Jabal al-Tair Island, Volcanic island in Red Sea, Yemen
Jabal al-Tair is a volcanic island in the Red Sea near Yemen with a peak around 244 meters above the water. The island is oval-shaped and made of dark volcanic rock with steep, rocky shores.
The island formed through intense volcanic activity, with documented eruptions going back at least to the 14th century. It remains geologically active with intermittent volcanic events occurring over the centuries.
The Arabic name means Bird Mountain, referring to the seabirds that nest on its rocky cliffs. You can observe these bird colonies scattered across the slopes when you visit.
The island is uninhabited with no fresh water sources, so visitors must bring all necessary supplies. Its remote location in the Red Sea means access is affected by water conditions, weather, and regional circumstances.
A major eruption in 2007 destroyed the naval infrastructure on the island and caused significant volcanic activity. This event led to the setup of early warning systems on nearby islands to monitor future eruptions.
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