Polillo Island, Philippines, Philippines

Polillo Island

Philippines, Philippines

Polillo Island is the largest island in the northeastern part of the Philippine archipelago and the main island of the Polillo Islands group. Located east of Luzon and separated by the Polillo Strait, it forms the northern side of Lamon Bay.

The island covers about 680 square kilometers and is divided into three municipalities: Polillo in the south, Burdeos in the northeast, and Panukulan in the northwest. It is home to diverse wildlife, including the rare Butaan lizard, related to the Komodo dragon.

The island's population is over 64,000 people and it has historic significance dating back to the mid-16th century when Spanish colonizers established control and development. Polillo's landscape includes coastal areas, forests, and marine ecosystems, contributing to its ecological importance in the region.

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