
Located in the Gulf of California, Smith Island sits just off the eastern shore of Mexico's Baja Peninsula. The 7 kilometers long island is dominated by Volcan Coronado on the northern end. The uninhabited island is a refuge for a rich marine assemblage, including sea lion colonies. The image was acquired September 23, 2023, covers an area of 8.2 by 9.5 km, and is located at 29.1 degrees north, 113.5 degrees west. https://photojournal.jpl.nasa.gov/catalog/PIA26284
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