Cominotto

This article is about the island in Malta. For the surname, see Cominotto (surname).

Cominotto

Native name: Kemmunett
Cominotto as seen from Comino
Map of Comino. Cominotto is the small island on the left.
Cominotto
Geography
Location	off Comino, between Gozo and Malta, south of Sicily, Mediterranean Sea
Coordinates	36°00′49″N 14°19′11.9″E
Archipelago	Maltese Islands
Total islands	7
Major islands	1
Area	0.25 km2 (0.097 sq mi)
Length	396 m (1299 ft)
Width	31.89–475.3 m (104.6–1,559.4 ft)
Coastline	1.72 km (1.069 mi)
Highest elevation	44 ft (13.4 m)
Administration
Malta
Region	Gozo
Local council	Għajnsielem
Demographics
Population	0

Cominotto (Maltese: Kemmunett), sometimes referred to as Cominetto, is an uninhabited Mediterranean island off the northern coast of the island of Gozo, Malta. It is located near the larger island of Comino and is part of the Maltese archipelago. Measuring 0.25 square kilometres (0.10 sq mi) in area, it is the largest uninhabited island of Malta. Cominotto lies 100 metres (328 feet) to the north-west of Comino. The island has multiple tourist attractions.

Geography

Cominotto covers an area of approximately 2.5 hectares (6.2 acres), and is characterized by its rugged coastline and rocky terrain. Between Comino and Cominotto, lies the Blue Lagoon, popular among snorkelers. Despite its small size, Cominotto has a diverse range of wildlife, including several species of seabirds that inhabit the island's cliffs. Due to its ecological importance, Cominotto is part of a protected area.

History

Cominotto has a long history, dating back to ancient times when it was used by the Romans, as a hunting ground. In more recent centuries, the island has been primarily uninhabited.

See also

• Comino
• Malta
• Maltese Islands