Montserrat Island
Discover Montserrat Island
Montserrat Island, also known as Monserrat Island, is an uninhabited island that forms part of the Loreto Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located approximately 37 km southeast of Loreto, Baja California Sur, and 15 km east of the Baja California Peninsula.
🌊 Features:
- It has an approximate area of 19 km².
- Its terrain is mountainous and arid, typical of the Sonoran Desert.
- It is surrounded by clear waters, ideal for diving, snorkeling and observing marine life.
- There is no permanent population, only regulated scientific or ecotourism visits.
🌴 Ecosystem and biodiversity:
- It is home to seabirds, endemic reptiles and a great marine diversity.
- Its surroundings are home to dolphins, sea lions, and various species of fish and coral.
Importance
- It is part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage, within the group of islands and protected areas of the Gulf of California.
- It is preserved in a virtually untouched state, making it a site of high ecological value.