Location

In terms of location, Micronesia is largely north of the equator, with a total size of around 2,730 square kilometers, including both ordinary and volcanic islands. This is absolutely one of the things to know before traveling to Micronesia. In comparison, the Federated States of Micronesia's territory is slightly less than four times the size of Washington, D.C. Kosrae, the state's smallest and easternmost island, is made up of five closely spaced islands.

Pohnpei is made up of 137 outer islands and one major Pohnpei Island, as well as 25 minor islands inside the barrier reef. The huge Truk Lagoon, which has 98 islands, as well as the important exterior island groupings, such as the Mortlocks, Halls, and Namwunweito Islands, make up Truk. Mangrove swamps occur along the shores of the high islands, while grassland or scrub rises to tropical rainforests in the interior mountain highlands.

Almost all of the settlements location are along the seaside. Volcanic islands host a diverse range of plant life due to their richer soil. The coconut palm, as well as pandanus and breadfruit trees, are the most common types of flora in coral atolls. The lagoon side of the island is where most atoll residents build their homes.