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Isla Pájaros Lighthouse

Fl White 2.5s🇨🇷CROperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Pájaros Lighthouse

Also known as: Isla Pájaros (Bahía Moín) (?)

A steel, cylindrical skeletal tower stands 20 meters tall on Isla Pájaros, an island situated approximately 500 meters offshore from Bahía de Moín. The structure is distinguished by horizontal red and white bands. It emits a single white flash every 2.5 seconds. The lighthouse is located about 5 kilometers northwest of Limón, Costa Rica, and is near the port of Moin. Recent imagery confirms the lighthouse is no longer present.

Why it matters: This lighthouse was important for guiding ships through Bahía de Moín, a key shipping area near Limón, Costa Rica, helping mariners navigate safely into or out of the bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 2.5s

Construction & History

Significant events: Removed

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Moin(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
J6067
NGA No.
16516

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇨🇷Costa Rica
Region
Limón Province
Sea Region
Located on an island off the Bahía de Moín, approximately 500 meters offshore and 5 kilometers northwest of Limón, Costa Rica.
Latitude
10.0083°
Longitude
-83.0794°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Pájaros Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Pájaros displays the characteristic Fl White 2.5s. 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 Pájaros Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Pájaros Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Moin at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Moín (0.5 NM SSW), Puerto Limón (3.5 NM ESE), Moravia (23 NM WSW), Puerto Viejo (28.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Pájaros Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Pájaros 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 Pájaros Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Pájaros 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.