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Isla Cotorra Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇻🇪Parroquia Pedernales, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Cotorra Lighthouse

Also known as: Isla Cotorra (Punta Barrial)

Isla Cotorra Lighthouse is a 12-meter-high cylindrical fiberglass tower located at the northern tip of Isla Cotorra, within Venezuela's Delta Amacuro State. Painted with alternating orange and white horizontal bands, it stands 14 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. It marks the entrance to the Serpent's Mouth strait in the Gulf of Paria, between Venezuela and Trinidad. This light has been inactive since 2021.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's position was key for navigating the Serpent's Mouth strait, a passage that connects the Gulf of Paria to the Atlantic Ocean.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2021

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Guiria(30.8 km)
Admiralty No.
J6615
NGA No.
110-17227
ARLHS No.
VEN-028
Wikidata
Q58001743 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
orange and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower, colored with orange and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Parroquia Pedernales
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Delta Amacuro State
Sea Region
Gulf of Paria, marking the entrance to the Serpent's Mouth strait between Venezuela and Trinidad, located at the northern tip of Isla Cotorra.
Latitude
10.0549°
Longitude
-62.2403°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Cotorra Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Cotorra displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Isla Cotorra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Cotorra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guiria at 30.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Point Fortin (33.3 NM ENE), Puerto de Hierro (35.7 NM NNE), La Brea (Brighton) (37.8 NM ENE), BOCA GRANDE (40.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Cotorra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Cotorra 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 Isla Cotorra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Cotorra 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.