- Arable land: 0.8%
- Permanent crops: 0.2%
- Other land: 99%
Minerals
- Aragonite: Aragonite is a carbonate mineral that is found in large quantities in the Bahamas. It is used in the production of cement, glass, and other construction materials.
- Calcite: Calcite is another carbonate mineral that is found in the Bahamas. It is used in the production of cement, lime, and other construction materials.
- Dolomite: Dolomite is a carbonate mineral that is found in the Bahamas. It is used in the production of cement, lime, and other construction materials.
- Gypsum: Gypsum is a sulfate mineral that is found in the Bahamas. It is used in the production of drywall, plaster, and other construction materials.
- Halite: Halite is a salt mineral that is found in the Bahamas. It is used in the production of salt, chlorine, and other chemicals.
- Sand: Sand is a sedimentary rock that is found in the Bahamas. It is used in the production of cement, glass, and other construction materials.
Vegetation
- Pine forests: The pine forests of the Bahamas are home to a variety of plant species, including the Caribbean pine, the loblolly pine, and the slash pine.
- Mangroves: Mangroves are a type of salt-tolerant tree that is found in the Bahamas. They provide important habitat for a variety of marine life, including fish, shellfish, and birds.
- Coral reefs: The coral reefs of the Bahamas are home to a diverse array of marine life, including fish, shellfish, and corals. They are also a popular tourist destination.
Wildlife
- Fish: The fish of the Bahamas include a variety of species, such as the blue marlin, the bonefish, and the dolphin.
- Shellfish: The shellfish of the Bahamas include a variety of species, such as the conch, the lobster, and the shrimp.
- Birds: The birds of the Bahamas include a variety of species, such as the flamingo, the heron, and the owl.
- Reptiles: The reptiles of the Bahamas include a variety of species, such as the iguana, the lizard, and the snake.
- Amphibians: The amphibians of the Bahamas include a variety of species, such as the frog and the toad.
- Mammals: The mammals of the Bahamas include a variety of species, such as the bat, the dolphin, and the seal.
