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Hóulóngqíjiǎo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇨🇳Jiaocheng District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hóulóngqíjiǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Hóulóngqíjiǎo (Niǎoyǔ, Hóulóngqí Jiǎo)

Hóulóngqíjiǎo Lighthouse, a 9-meter cylindrical concrete tower, was built and first lit in 2012. It is painted white and stands on the eastern tip of Niǎoyǔ, also known as Bird Island. This island lies about 13 kilometers northeast of Níngdé. The lighthouse emits a white light with a characteristic of one white flash every 6 seconds. Its focal height is also 9 meters, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. This structure serves as a navigational aid on the eastern edge of the island.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern tip of Niǎoyǔ (Bird Island), guiding vessels in the waters northeast of Níngdé and helping to prevent groundings on the island's shores.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2012

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ningde(3.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3641.706.
NGA No.
6111022

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

Location

City
Jiaocheng District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
eastern tip of Niǎoyǔ (Bird Island), an island about 13 km northeast of Níngdé
Latitude
26.6785°
Longitude
119.7550°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hóulóngqíjiǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Hóulóngqíjiǎo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hóulóngqíjiǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hóulóngqíjiǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ningde at 5.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Zhangwan (9.3 NM W), Shacheng (12.9 NM W), LUOYUAN (13.9 NM SSW), Saiqi (17.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hóulóngqíjiǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hóulóngqíjiǎo 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 Hóulóngqíjiǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hóulóngqíjiǎo 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.