Geography and Environment

Geography and Environment of Anguilla

Terrain, climate, natural resources, hazards, and environmental conditions of Anguilla.

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Overview

the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles

Natural Resources: Anguilla's natural resources are modest but economically significant. The island has traditionally harvested salt and maintains an active fishing industry, with lobster representing a particularly valuable export commodity. Marine resources remain central to the local economy, supporting both subsistence and commercial fishing operations. Offshore fisheries continue to be managed to sustain yields of reef fish, conch, and spiny lobster, the latter of which is among Anguilla's most important export products.
Natural Hazards: frequent hurricanes and other tropical storms (July to October)

Current Environmental Issues: supplies of potable water sometimes cannot meet increasing demand largely because of poor distribution system