Offshore islands

Offshore islands are landmasses located near a country's coast but separated by water. They can vary in size from small islets to larger islands, and may be inhabited or uninhabited. These islands often serve strategic, ecological, or economic purposes, such as tourism, natural reserves, or military use. Their proximity to the mainland influences accessibility and development. Offshore islands are important for biodiversity, maritime navigation, and sometimes territorial rights, shaping regional geography and economic activities of the nearby landmass.