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Suwarrow is one of the most important breeding grounds for around 10 species of seabird, many of which can be seen circling the skies over the lagoon’s islands. Approximately 3% of the world’s red-tailed tropicbirds breed here, while around 9% of lesser frigate birds nest on the aptly named Gull Islands.
However, Suwarrow’s greatest fame comes from the late Kiwi recluse Tom Neale, who lived on Suwarrow at three separate times during his lifetime between 1952 and 1977 (a total of 15 years). He spent his time tending his garden, raising chickens, catching fish and hunting for coconut crabs.
Suwarrow was declared a National Heritage Park and bird sanctuary in 1978. The island itself, its reef and a six kilometre area around it are totally protected under Cook Islands law. Thirty little islets (motus) dot the lagoon. Hundreds of thousands of sea birds make their homes there including some of the world's rarest.
Suwarrow. Satellite image of Suwarrow. Anchorage Island is immediately west of the lagoon's entrance. Suwarrow (also called Suvorov, Suvarou, or Suvarov) is an island in the northern group of the Cook Islands in the south Pacific Ocean. It is about 1,300 kilometres (810 mi) south of the equator and 930 kilometres (580 mi) north-northwest of the ...
- 9.8 km² (3.8 sq mi)
- Cook Islands
- 2 (seasonal)
- Central-Southern Pacific Ocean
Suwarrow Atoll National Park. Population: 0 humans*, thousands of birds, fish and sharks, coconut crabs and turtles. Area: 0.15 sq miles. *Suwarrow Atoll is populated only six months of the year by caretakers. While we were there, John Samuelson, his wife, Veronica and their four sons, Jeremiah, Jonah, Vani and Tino were in residence.
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Sep 19, 2016 · Cook Islands. A desert island with both a buried treasure and a famous castaway. ... Suwarrow Atoll Cook Islands -13.2692, -163.1114 Visit Website . Nearby. Turtle and Shark. 517 miles.
Mar 28, 2024 · The Cook Islands, a cluster of 15 islands in the Pacific Ocean, have a rich history starting with Polynesian migration. Polynesian culture is deeply rooted in the islands’ identity, and Suwarrow is no exception. It has served as a temporary home to various sailors and adventurers, each leaving their mark and contributing to the island’s ...
