Bamboo Island Wildlife Sanctuary
Wildlife Sanctuary in India
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Bamboo Island Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the North and Middle Andaman District in the Indian Union territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.[4] The sanctuary was officially established in 1987 and covers an area of just 0.05 km² (~5 hectares).[5] It forms part of a network of small island wildlife sanctuaries in the Andaman island group aimed at preserving unique coastal ecosystems, including coral reefs, littoral forests, and bamboo groves.[6]
| Bamboo Island Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
  Location within Andaman and Nicobar Islands  Location within India | |
 Interactive map of Bamboo Island Wildlife Sanctuary | |
| Nearest city | Port Blair[1] |
| Coordinates | 13°03′04″N 92°55′59″E |
| Area | 0.05[2] km2 (0.019 sq mi) |
| Established | 1987[3] |
| Governing body | Andaman & Nicobar Forest Department |
Habitat and biodiversity
Conservation context
Bamboo Island is one of several small island sanctuaries declared alongside Arial, Barren, Cinque, and others in 1977–1987 to conserve sensitive coastal and marine environments.[6] These sanctuaries contribute to India's commitment under the Aichi Biodiversity Targets, specifically Target 11, to conserve at least 10 % of coastal and marine areas.[6]