Cominotto
Cominotto (Maltese: Kemmunett), sometimes referred to as Cominetto, is an uninhabited Mediterranean island off the northern coast of Gozo, Malta. It is located near the eponymous larger island of Comino and is part of the Maltese archipelago. Measuring 0.25 square kilometres (0.10 sq mi) in area, it is the largest uninhabited island in Malta.
Geography
The island has a rugged coastline and rocky terrain. It is home to several species of seabirds and predatory rats. Adjacent to Cominotto lies the Blue Lagoon, a popular destination for tourists in the Maltese archipelago. Due to its ecological importance, Cominotto is part of a Special Protection Area.
History
Cominotto was used by the Romans as a hunting ground. In more recent centuries, the island has been uninhabited.
See also
References
- ^ Ketija (2017-07-11). "Yelkouan Shearwaters and the threats of predators". BirdLife Malta. Retrieved 2024-06-26.
- ^ "Blue Lagoon Malta 101: All You Need to Know". MaltaCulture.com. Retrieved 2024-06-20.
- ^ "Protected Planet | 'Kemmuna, Kemmunett, Il-Ħaġriet ta Bejn il-Kmiemen u l-Iskoll ta Taħt il-Mazz'". Protected Planet. Retrieved 2024-06-20.
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