The Phoenix Islands protected area management plan 2007: background (chapters I, II, and III) first draft 3-5-07)

The Republic of Kiribati is located at the center of the Pacific Ocean. The Phoenix Islands are in the center of the Republic of Kiribati between the Line Islands to the east and the Gilbert Islands to the west. The Phoenix Islands are composed of eight islands. These include: Abariringa, Birnie, Enderbury, Manra, McKean, Nikumaroro, Orona, and Rawaki. The Phoenix Islands have been known by a variety of names over the years.