Button Islands (Andaman Islands)

Button Islands are a group of islands of the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

History

Several lighthouses were established on the islands.

There is a lighthouse at the tallest hill on North button island, established 1983.

There is a lighthouse at the tallest hill on Middle button island, established 1983.

There is a lighthouse at the tallest hill on south button island, established 1983.

Geography

The islands belong to the Ritchie’s Archipelago and are located north of Outram Island.
The main islands of the group are: North Button, Middle Button and South Button.
Besides a variety of submerged corals, Dolphin, Dugong and
Blue whale are important marine animals for conservation. These islands also forms abode to many
species of avifauna and fishes. Coral dominate the islands as submerged fringing types.

Administration

Politically, Button Islands are part of Port Blair Taluk.
Rani Jhansi Marine National Park is located in the vicinity of the islands, which includes Middle Button Island National Park, South Button Island National Park, and North Button Island National Park.