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What is the basis for classifying pacific islands as melanesian polynesian or micronesian?
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Why does the Philippines has different climate?
because they are allegedly part of Micronesia, have many islands, and are located farther south near the other Micronesian, Melanesian, and Polynesian islands
What are people called in Solomon Islands today?
They are called Solomon Islanders. The ethnic make-up is: Melanesian - 94.5%; Polynesian - 3%; Micronesian - 1.2%; and Chinese are about 1,000 strong.
Where are the Micronesian and Polynesian islands located?
The Polynesian Islands are a loose group of atolls and islands in the south west Pacific: they are part of Oceania, which is not a continent, but a region.
Vanuatu in which continent?
Not a continent-but a group of islands. Usually referred to as part of Oceania. Note Vanuatu is a Melanesian nation - not Polynesian as per the above photo!
What islands are polynesian?
The Polynesian Islands are in the Pacific Ocean.
What ocean are Polynesian islands?
The Polynesian Islands are in the Pacific Ocean.
Who settled the polynesian islands?
Polynesian seafarers.
What are the Melanesian countries?
The Melanesian countries are Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, and New Caledonia. These countries are located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean and are known for their diverse cultures and natural beauty.
Is Fiji in Melanesia?
Melanesia is a group of countries. Fiji, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea are all part of Melanesia. Fiji is the only Melanesian country with Polynesian admixture. These can easily be found in Rotuma, Rabi, Kioa, and Lau. These people have similar language and culture to that of Polynesian countries.
Are there crocodiles in Micronesia?
There are saltwater crocodiles on several Micronesian islands, especially on the islands of Palau (Belau)
Where did Hawaiians' dark skin originate Could they have come from an Indian decent?
Hawaiians' dark skin is primarily attributed to their Polynesian ancestry, which includes mixed genes from Southeast Asian and Pacific Island populations. This lineage differs from Native Indian descent, as Hawaiians are believed to have migrated to the Hawaiian Islands from Polynesia.
What is another name for pacific islands?
polynesian islands
