The above map shows some of my completed island mapping projects. Each icon contains the name of the primary
island associated with the project and a link to the post. Once all of my projects are posted, the map will be
covered with icons. To productively use the map, zoom into a region of interest. Then select an
icon.
Each of my maps is constructed of numerous layers of information.
All of the layers are vector files. I will make these files available upon request. You are free to use them with certain
restrictions - 1) Don't sell them. You can use them on research projects, post them to your website or things of that
nature. If you aren't sure about the use of my maps, drop me a line and we can discuss your idea. 2) Give me credit
when you use my vectors or images of my maps. Credit them to Peter Minton @ EVS-Islands
If I have the island vector
file(s) and based upon your need, I will make them available. Images of my maps are yours to download and use, with the above
restrictions applicable. Enjoy!
Niau Atoll - Landsat Image S-06-15_2000
Niau Atoll - ESA Image 2006 Oct 9
Niau Atoll - Marplot Map
For the past two days Niau Atoll has been viewed by many visitors. I always like to stay informed as to what's happening on islands that I have mapped. Do any of you know what's going on with Niau Atoll? Is their a DX'ing Expedition working the island? Has Niau been in the news? Just curious. Thanks in advance.
Still no answer on why so many visitors are viewing Niau Atoll. I did track down an ESA Image dated October 2006. I used that image to refine my original work on Niau Atoll. It is posted above and with the original post.
Enjoy!
Labels: atoll, ESA, island
3 Comments:
Yes, it was one of the featured photos in MSNBC's slideshow, photo #2:
http://www.msnbc.com/modules/interactive.aspx?type=ss&launch=11948179,6955261&pg=16
Can you tell me what the center area is composed of? It appears to be water, but it has been my understanding that atolls tend to more island-like, rising higher toward the center, as most volcanic mountains.
Thank you, Linda
Thank you for the information.
Niau Atoll's lagoon has no direct access to the ocean, consequently no daily deep flushing of the lagoon area takes place. Over time the lagoon should fill in. If we could see this, first the lagoon would become a swampy area in the center of the island. Second the swampy area would become a depression at the center of the island, merely a remnant of the lagoon. However, global warming will change this sequence of events. Niau Atoll, along with other low-lying places, will become inundated. They will remain so until the next global cooling cycle.
A possible reason for the sudden interest is that on msnbc.com 's month in space pictures show this island
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Yes, it was one of the featured photos in MSNBC's slideshow, photo #2:
http://www.msnbc.com/modules/interactive.aspx?type=ss&launch=11948179,6955261&pg=16
Can you tell me what the center area is composed of? It appears to be water, but it has been my understanding that atolls tend to more island-like, rising higher toward the center, as most volcanic mountains.
Thank you, Linda
Posted by
Linda |
10/31/2006 10:04:00 AM
Thank you for the information.
Niau Atoll's lagoon has no direct access to the ocean, consequently no daily deep flushing of the lagoon area takes place. Over time the lagoon should fill in. If we could see this, first the lagoon would become a swampy area in the center of the island. Second the swampy area would become a depression at the center of the island, merely a remnant of the lagoon. However, global warming will change this sequence of events. Niau Atoll, along with other low-lying places, will become inundated. They will remain so until the next global cooling cycle.
Posted by
Mr Minton |
11/01/2006 04:15:00 AM
A possible reason for the sudden interest is that on msnbc.com 's month in space pictures show this island
Posted by
lisa |
12/03/2006 08:33:00 PM