Diego Garcia is a small island located in the central Indian Ocean, part of the British Indian Ocean Territory. It is known for its strategic military importance and is home to a significant U.S. military base, which supports various operations and missions. The island covers about 44 square miles and features a lagoon surrounded by coral reefs. Its tropical climate and unique biodiversity make it an interesting location for environmental studies. However, the presence of the military base has led to controversies regarding the displacement of the local population, who were removed in the 1960s and 1970s.