[1] It is located on the eastern coast of the Middle Andaman Islands.
[2] It covers an area of 5.8 square kilometres (2.2 sq mi).
[4] Despite its smaller size, the sanctuary is among the most significant protected areas in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
It is a vital nesting site for three of the four species of marine turtles that visit the islands annually, with hundreds of turtles arriving here each year to lay their eggs.
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