How large and how populated is American Samoa?

American Samoa covers approximately 200 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 43,268, recorded for 2,025. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

What kind of physical setting does American Samoa have?

American Samoa is associated with the Tropical climate zone and has a recorded elevation of approximately 966 meters above sea level. These facts do not describe every local landscape detail, but they do provide a useful high-level picture of the environmental setting in which the location sits.

What are the official and native names of American Samoa?

The official name of American Samoa is American Samoa, and its native name is Amerika Sāmoa. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with American Samoa?

American Samoa is associated with the following language codes: sm, en, and with the time zone Pacific/Pago_Pago. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines American Samoa?

American Samoa is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

Is American Samoa defined as an island location?

Yes. American Samoa is classified as an island location. Island geography often gives a place a more distinct environmental and spatial profile, which can also influence how protected areas are distributed and understood.

Is American Samoa considered mountainous?

Yes. American Samoa is classified as mountainous in the dataset. That usually suggests stronger relief, more topographic variation, and a physical setting that may support distinctive regional landscapes and park systems.

What are the main country facts for American Samoa?

For American Samoa, the capital is Pago Pago, the largest city is Tafuna, and the associated currency code is USD. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify American Samoa in geographic datasets?

American Samoa is identified by the ISO code AS and the country code US. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

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Q: What is American Samoa?

American Samoa is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Oceania.

Explore the unique geography of American Samoa through its collection of national parks and protected areas. This atlas provides a structured entry point to understanding the geographic spread and natural terrain of these vital conservation landscapes across the Polynesian islands. Discover the mapped boundaries and regional context that define American Samoa's protected territories, offering a unique perspective on its island geography.

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American Samoa National Parks and Protected Areas Atlas: Browse South Pacific Island Geography

Discover national parks and designated protected areas across American Samoa, an unincorporated U.S. territory in the South Pacific's Polynesian subregion. Explore the diverse conservation landscapes, from the main island of Tutuila and Manu'a islands to remote atolls, providing a valuable geographic context for island-based park discovery.

American Samoa is an unincorporated U.S. territory in the South Pacific, positioned in the Polynesian subregion of Oceania. The territory comprises the eastern part of the Samoan archipelago, including the main island of Tutuila, the Manu'a islands (Ofu, Olosega, Ta'ū), Rose Atoll, and Swains Island. Pago Pago serves as the capital, with Fagatogo as the government seat. The territory is the southernmost U.S. territory and one of only two U.S. territories south of the Equator.

American Samoa is a self-governing U.S. territory located in the South Pacific Ocean within Polynesia, Oceania. It is an unincorporated and unorganized territory of the United States, making it unique among U.S. possessions. The territory consists of five inhabited volcanic islands and two uninhabited atolls in the eastern Samoan archipelago. The population is predominantly ethnic Samoan, with Samoan and English as official languages.

Largest city:Tafuna

Currency code:USD

ISO code:AS

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Capital

Pago Pago

Area

200 km²

Population

43,268 (2,025)

Elevation

966 m

Coastal

Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

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Explore national parks and designated protected areas across American Samoa, covering its main island of Tutuila and remote Manu'a islands within this crucial Polynesian subregion. This country-level atlas view offers a structured way to trace American Samoa's conservation efforts and locate individual protected landscapes within its tropical climate.

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National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa: Mapped Marine Protected Area Geography

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Investigate the National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa, a protected marine area with distinct geographic relevance. This detailed view focuses on its mapped boundaries and its role as a protected landscape within the broader atlas of American Samoa. Understand the unique environmental context and protected-area significance that shapes this marine sanctuary.

Area: 35,170 km²
Established: 1986
Climate: Tropical
Access: Easy access

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American Samoa geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of American Samoa through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in American Samoa.

American Samoa geography and landscape

American Samoa is located at approximately 14.3°S, 170.7°W in the South Pacific Ocean. It sits about 40 miles southeast of the independent nation of Samoa, east of the International Date Line, north of Tonga, and west of the Cook Islands. The territory is approximately 2,200 miles southwest of Hawaii. The main island is Tutuila, with the Manu'a islands (Ofu, Olosega, Ta'ū) located to the east.

American Samoa nature and environment

American Samoa features a tropical climate with approximately 90% of its land covered by rainforests. The territory includes volcanic islands with mountainous terrain, particularly on Tutuila where the highest elevation reaches 966.2 meters. Rose Atoll provides important marine ecosystem value as an uninhabited protected area.

American Samoa climate and seasonal conditions

American Samoa has a tropical climate typical of Pacific island territories. The territory experiences warm temperatures year-round due to its position in the South Pacific.

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Deepen your understanding of American Samoa's conservation landscape by exploring its specific designation families. Each represented category offers unique insights into the country's natural geography and protected lands. Use this route to trace the classified spread of protected areas and access detailed information on each type found within this significant Pacific territory.

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