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Niǎoyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Luoyuan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Niǎoyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Niǎoyǔ (Niǎo Yǔ, Bird Island)

The hexagonal white concrete tower of the Niǎoyǔ lighthouse stands 12 meters tall on an island in the southeastern part of Luōyuán Bay. Its gallery is located at a focal height of 20 meters, emitting a white flash every 4 seconds. This structure is positioned approximately 1.5 kilometers northwest of the Gangyu lighthouse. The lighthouse is about 3.6 kilometers by sea from the nearest port at Luoyuan County. Its light offers a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for local maritime traffic navigating the southeastern reaches of Luōyuán Bay, helping vessels safely traverse waters near the Gangyu lighthouse.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Luoyuan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
on an island in the southeastern corner of Luōyuán Bay, about 1.5 km northwest of the Gangyu lighthouse.
Latitude
26.4105°
Longitude
119.7437°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal white concrete tower with gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Luoyuan(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3641.58.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Niǎoyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Niǎoyǔ displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Niǎoyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Niǎoyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LUOYUAN at 4.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include LIAN JIANG (8.7 NM SE), Dongdaiwan (12.6 NM SSW), Qianyu (17.6 NM SW), MATSU (18.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Niǎoyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Niǎoyǔ 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 Niǎoyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Niǎoyǔ 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.