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Isla Pajaros Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Pajaros Lighthouse

This steel skeletal tower stands 7 meters tall on a small islet on the southeastern side of Arrecife Alacrán. Painted with red and white horizontal bands, its square pyramidal shape is visible from a distance. The focal height of the light is 8 meters above the water, emitting a white flash every 6 seconds. This structure provides a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. Access to the islet is permitted, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Yukalpeten, 19.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The light warns vessels away from the southeastern side of the Arrecife Alacrán reef system, ensuring safe passage through this critical area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Yucatán
Sea Region
an islet on the southeastern side of Arrecife Alacrán
Latitude
21.1656°
Longitude
-90.0321°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yukalpeten(19.6 km)
Admiralty No.
J4414.5
NGA No.
15598
ARLHS No.
MEX-019
Wikidata
Q60577942 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Pajaros Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Pajaros displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Pajaros Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Pajaros Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Hunucmá at 19.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Progreso (22.2 NM ENE), Mérida (26.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Pajaros Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Pajaros 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 Pajaros Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Pajaros 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.