The Stratovolcano of Pico: A Monument to Atlantic Volcanism
Rui Fagundes Silva
IVAR/CIVISA, Ponta Delgada, Portugal
This image captures the majestic Mount Pico, the highest point in Portugal (2351 m). It is a classic stratovolcano located on the Azores triple tectonic plates junction. The photograph highlights the contrast between the lush volcanic soils used for grazing and the stark, cloud-shrouded basaltic cone, illustrating the relationship between volcanic activity and island ecosystems.
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Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) (opens in a new window)Credit: Rui Fagundes Silva (distributed via imaggeo.egu.eu)
Properties
Type
Image
Format
JPG
Size
1.3 MB
Aspect
4032:2873
Width
4032 px
Height
2873 px
Brand
Samsung
Model
SM-G950F
Exposure
4 mm f/1.7 1/2300 s ISO 40
Software
Adobe Lightroom
Coordinates
38.4862, -28.3403
Tint
Strong purplish blue
Submitted
6 April 2026
Taken
21 September 2018
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