Conception Island, Bahamas
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Not to be confused with Conception Island, Seychelles.
Conception Island is an islet located in the Bahamas. It is 7–9 km2 (2.7–3.5 sq mi) and reaches 25 m (82 ft) above sea level.[1] It is an important rookery for nesting seabirds and hatching site for green turtles. It is uninhabited and protected as part of the Conception Island National Park.
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Location | Atlantic Ocean |
Coordinates | 23.833°N 75.113°W / 23.833; -75.113 |
Archipelago | Lucayan Archipelago |
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ISO code | BS-RC |
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In 2015, a species of boa called the Conception Bank silver boa (Chilabothrus argentum) was found to occur here;[1][2] the new species is endemic to Conception as well as its satellite islets.[1]