Staniel Cay
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| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 10°09′N 26°21′W / 10.150°N 26.350°W |
| Archipelago | Exuma |
| Area | 13,880 km2 (5,360 sq mi) |
| Length | 450 km (280 mi) |
| Width | 200 km (120 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 700 m (2300 ft) |
| Administration | |
Bahamas | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 118[1] |
Staniel Cay is an island located in the chain of Bahamian Islands called The Exuma Cays. Staniel Cay is located roughly 75 miles south of Nassau and 250 miles of southeast of Florida. The island has a population of less than 118 full-time residents and is less than 2 square miles in length. Staniel Cay is inhabited by a small Bahamian village which lies on the western shore. The village is composed of residential housing, a church, post office, library, three small retail stores and a marine supply shops. Staniel Cay is protected by the Bahamas National Trust.
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History
Staniel cay was established in 1783 when the American loyalist settled the entire archipelago of Exuma. Staniel Cay gained its popularity with the establishment of the the Staniel Cay Yacht Club in 1956 that was built by a truck driver and his partner. The Island is sits in the central are of the Bahamas and because of the Staniel Cay Yacht Club, it became one of the most place to visit in the all archipelago. People can also swim with lemon sharks in the Exuma Cay Land and Sea Park. Snorkeling is also popular around Staniel Cay especially in the limestone cave Thunderball Grotto, that featured the setting of the James bond films Thunderball and Never Say Never Again. has few restaurants and shops, and there are a lot of activities to do. Staniel Cay has a small airport called Staniel Cay Airport which means it is accessible by sea or by air.
Geography
Physical geography
Staniel Cay is located near the center of Exuma Cay. The island is located between Pig Beach and Bitter Guana Cay and is one of the larger islands with the Exmua Cays[2]. The island is composed of white sandy beaches, blue water, and a large variety of vegetation. Some vegetation includes palm trees, bougainvilleas, hibiscus and seagrape[3]. ACoral Reef is one of the natural wonders of the Staniel Cay.
Human geography
Climate
Economy
A larger part of Staniel Cay’s economic support is provided by the Staniel Cay’s Yacht Club and Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. Initially, Park laws allowed a daily fishery catch quota, however In 1986, due to unverifiable pressure on fish, lobster, coral reefs, and other marine life, the Trust declared the entire park a “fishery reserve”. Scientists now promote such areas as one of the best ways to sustain fishery resources. The park has become an important factor in the economy of the Exuma Cays through tourism, farming, coastal fishing, and public education.
Culture
Activities
See Also
References
- ^ "Exuma and Cays Population Census 2010". Department of Statistics of The Bahamas. Retrieved 8 October 2015.
- ^ National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. "Staniel Cay:The Bahamas". Geographical Names. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Retrieved 8 October 2015.
- ^ "Flowers and Trees in the Bahamas". Plants in the Bahamas. Retrieved 8 October 2015.