Bimini Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids

Bimini, Bahamas

Third-Scheduled District

Coat of arms

Nickname(s):

Fishing Capital of the Bahamas

The Bahamas with Bimini highlighted on the west side

Country

Bahamas

Capital

Alice Town

Area

• Total

23 km² (9 sq mi)

Population

(2010)

• Total

1,988

• Density

86.4/km² (224/sq mi)

Demonym(s)

Biminite

Parliamentary representation

1 House seat, shared with West End as a single parliamentary constituency

Local government

1 council; 0 townships

Bimini is a group of islands in The Bahamas, located farthest to the west. It's also the closest part of The Bahamas to the mainland United States. Bimini is about 209 kilometers (137 miles) west-northwest of Nassau, the capital of The Bahamas.

Around 1,600 people live on these islands. The main town is called Alice Town. You can fly to South Bimini island, where the South Bimini Airport is located. The waters around Bimini are very famous for big-game fishing, attracting anglers from all over the world.

Unique Wildlife of Bimini
- Reptiles of Bimini
- Rare Fish in Bimini's Waters
Famous Visitors to Bimini
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Unique Wildlife of Bimini

Bimini is special because it's home to many unique animals, some of which are rare. These islands are important for protecting different kinds of wildlife.

Reptiles of Bimini

One interesting reptile found here is the Bimini Boa. This snake is the biggest reptile living on the islands. You might also spot the Bimini Ameiva, which is a quick-moving lizard that is quite common.

Rare Fish in Bimini's Waters

The waters around Bimini are also home to the Smalltooth sawfish. This is one of the rarest fish in the world. Protecting its home in Bimini is very important for its survival.

Famous Visitors to Bimini

Many people have visited Bimini over the years. One famous person was the writer Ernest Hemingway. He lived on Bimini from 1935 to 1937. His time there inspired some of his well-known stories.