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| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Region | Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 16°N 24°W / 16°N 24°W |
| Area | Ranked 165th |
| • Total | 4,033 km2 (1,557 sq mi) |
| • Land | 100% |
| • Water | 0% |
| Coastline | 965 km (600 mi) |
| Borders | None |
| Highest point | Mount Fogo 2,829 metres (9,281 ft) |
| Lowest point | Atlantic Ocean 0 metres (0 ft) |
| Exclusive economic zone | 800,561 km2 (309,098 sq mi) |
Cape Verde (formally, the Republic of Cabo Verde) is a group of arid Atlantic islands which are home to distinct communities of plants, birds, and reptiles.