Eagle Island, County Mayo facts for kids
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Native name:
Oileán na h-Iolreach
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 Eagle Island
Location in island of Ireland
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| Location | Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 54°16′58″N 10°05′26″W / 54.282910°N 10.090486°W |
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| Province | Connacht |
| County | Mayo |
Eagle Island (in Irish, Oileán na h-Iolreach) is a small island off the coast of County Mayo in Ireland. It is located in the Atlantic Ocean. Today, no one lives on Eagle Island.
The island is famous for its important lighthouse. This lighthouse helps ships navigate safely along the coast.
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About Eagle Island
Eagle Island is a small piece of land in the big Atlantic Ocean. It is found near the north end of the Mullet Peninsula in an area called Erris. This part of Ireland is known for its wild and beautiful coastline.
Where is Eagle Island?
Eagle Island is located off the northwest coast of County Mayo. County Mayo is in the province of Connacht in the Republic of Ireland. Its exact location helps guide ships. The island is quite small and rocky.
The Eagle Island Lighthouse
One of the most important features of Eagle Island is its lighthouse. Lighthouses are tall towers with bright lights. They act like traffic signals for ships at sea. The Eagle Island lighthouse warns sailors about dangerous rocks and helps them find their way. It has been a vital guide for many years.
Who Lived on Eagle Island?
Even though Eagle Island is uninhabited now, people used to live there. Records show that in 1841, about 15 people lived on the island. The population changed over the years. By 1926, no one was living there. A few people lived on the island again for some time, but since 1991, it has been completely uninhabited. This means it's a quiet place, mostly visited by seabirds.
