Muifuiva Explained

Muifuiva
Coordinates:-20.267°N -174.817°W
Location:South Pacific
Archipelago:Haʻapai
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Elevation M:27
Country Admin Divisions Title:Division
Country Admin Divisions:Haʻapai

Muifuiva is a tiny island in the Haʻapai archipelago, that is a part of the Kingdom of Tonga. The island name in local language means "tail of the fuiva bird".[1]

Geography

The island lies in the center of ʻOtu Muʻomuʻa along with the larger islands of Nomuka, Nomuka iki, and Nukufaiau.[2]

Climate

The climate is tropical but moderated by constantly blowing winds. Like the other islands in the Ha'apai group, Muifuiva is occasionally hit by cyclones.

Notes and References

  1. Book: Gifford . Edward Winslow . Tongan Place Names . 1923 . The Museum . 169 . 6 July 2023 . en.
  2. Book: Pacific Islands Pilot: Vol. II. The Central Groups Comprising New Caledonia and Iles Loyalty; the New Hebrides Group and Santa Cruz Islands; the Fiji Islands and the Tonga, Samoa, Ellice, Gilbert, Marshall, Phoenix and Tokelau Islands . 1943 . Hydrographic Department, Admiralty . 373 . 6 July 2023 . en.