Ko Klang

Ko Klang is an island in Thailands Krabi Province. Located near the town of Krabi, Ko Klang is at the mouth of the Krabi River at Pak Nam

Krabi. The island is accessible via long tail boat rides through the Mangrove forests of the area, with many waterfront houses being located on the decks and piers of the lush Krabi province landscape.

As of 2017, population of the island was around 5’000 people from 915 families. 70% of the population are indigenous to the island. The inhabitants are 90% Muslim, 10% Buddhist and other religions.[1]

Ko Klang has many sources of income. Many of the inhabitants are boatmen who transport locals to and from Krabi town, or transport tourists to the surrounding islands. Local rice farms are another source of income. Handicrafts are sold, some being the Indonesian Batik Fabric, and souvenirs to support the great tourist economy of Ko Klang.

Mangrove forests make up large parts of the island, 80%, to be exact.[2] Ko Klangs mangrove woods have many different kinds of species inhabiting the area. Swamps also are great homes for several species lurking in beneath the waters.

The annual precipitation in Ko klang is 1454.4 mm. The hottest month is June, the coldest month is January, the wettest month is November; and the windiest month is February.[3]

8.040640°N 98.937093°E / 8.040640; 98.937093