Babuyan Island

Philippines / Cagayan Valley / Basco /
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Babuyan Island has several volcanic outlets including thermal hot springs. There are two prominent and large volcanos here: Mt Pangasun also known as Babuyan Claro Volcano (1,080 meters) and Mt Babuyan also known as Smith Volcano (688 meters). Smith volcano is the dark grey mountain on the west end of the island, its color a clear indication of recent activity. Both are listed as active volcanoes by Phivolcs.
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Coordinates:   19°31'26"N   121°56'37"E

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  • Sometimes even anoas are seen on the Babuyan Island.
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