What is isla tiburon?

Isla Tiburon, also known as Tiburon Island, is the largest island in Mexico and the largest island in the Gulf of California. It is located in the northeastern part of the Gulf of California, off the coast of the state of Sonora.

The island is approximately 35 miles long and 9 miles wide, with a total area of about 1,205 square miles. Isla Tiburon is known for its rugged and mountainous terrain, with its highest peak reaching an elevation of over 3,300 feet.

The island is uninhabited and is protected as a natural reserve, home to a variety of plant and animal species, including desert bighorn sheep, mule deer, and a number of bird species.

Access to Isla Tiburon is restricted, and visitors need a permit to visit the island. The indigenous Seri people, who have lived in the region for thousands of years, are the only people allowed to visit the island without a permit.

Isla Tiburon is a popular destination for ecotourism and nature enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities. It is also a significant archaeological site, with ancient rock art and other traces of early human habitation found on the island.