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Elephant'S Back Lighthouse

Fl WR 2s🇾🇪Yemen, YEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Elephant'S Back Lighthouse

Also known as: Gold Mohur Lighthouse

Elephant's Back lighthouse is a 13-meter tall, round masonry structure painted white. Its light emanates from a focal height of 57 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash. It is identified by Admiralty number D7308. The structure also transmits AIS data.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl.W.
Focal Height
57m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Yemen
Country
🇾🇪YE
Latitude
12.7644°
Longitude
44.9881°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White round masonry building; 13. AIS (MMSI No 994731001)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7308
NGA No.
30940
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Elephant'S Back Lighthouse at night?+
Elephant'S Back displays the characteristic Fl WR 2s — 1 wr flash every 2 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Elephant'S Back Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Elephant'S Back Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Aden at 2.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Little Aden (7.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Elephant'S Back Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Elephant'S Back Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Elephant'S Back Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Elephant'S Back Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.