Otoque Island

Otoque Island
Isla de Otoque

Otoque is an island located in the Gulf of Panama. It belongs to the Taboga District. It has an area of 2.66 km². At the census 2000, the population was 130. The island was originally inhabited by indigenous groups led by chiefs Careta, Tatalao and Estivá, which fought against the Spanish conquerors.[1] Currently, the population of the island consists of a racial mixture. This population is divided into two groups located at opposite places of the island: the districts of East Otoque and West Otoque. The economy of this island is based mainly on fishing and subsistence agriculture.

References

  1. ↑ "Otoque". La Prensa (Panamá). Retrieved 2011-03-13.

Coordinates: 8°36′N 79°36′W / 8.600°N 79.600°W / 8.600; -79.600

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