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Staniel Cay is an island located in the magnificent chain of Bahamian Islands called The Exuma Cays. Staniel Cay is located roughly 75 miles south of Nassau and 250 miles of southeast of Florida. The island has a population of less than 90 full-time residents and is less than 2 square miles in length. Staniel Cay is inhabited by a small Bahamian village which lies on the western shore. The village is composed of residential housing, a church, post office, library, three small retail stores and a marine supply shops.

History
Staniel cay was established in 1783 when the American loyalist settled the entire archipelago of Exuma. The island gained its popularity with the establishment of the Staniel Cay Yacht Club in 1956, built by a truck driver and his partner. The Island has few restaurants and shops, and there are a lot of activities to do. Staniel Cay has also a small airport called Staniel Cay Airport. that makes people go there easily.

Geography
physical geography

Staniel Cay is located near the center of Exuma Cay. The island is located between Pig Beach and Bitter Guana Cay and is one of the larger islands with the Exmua Cays. The island is composed of white sandy beaches, blue water, and a large variety of vegetation. Some vegetation includes palm trees, bougainvilleas, hibiscus and seagrape. A Coral Reef is one of the natural wonders of the Staniel Cay.

human geography

Economy
A larger part of Staniel Cay’s economic support is provided by the Staniel Cay’s Yacht Club and Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. Initially, Park laws allowed a daily fishery catch quota, however In 1986, due to unverifiable pressure on  fish, lobster, coral reefs,  and other marine life, the Trust declared the entire park a “fishery reserve”. Scientists now promote such areas as one of the best ways to sustain fishery resources. The park has become an important factor in the economy of the Exuma Cays through tourism, farming, coastal fishing, and public education.