Dove Island (Canada) facts for kids
 Dove Island
Location in Nunavut
Dove Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Hudson Bay |
| Coordinates | 56°13′N 78°52′W / 56.21°N 78.86°W |
| Archipelago | Belcher Islands Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
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| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Dove Island is a small, empty island located in Canada's far north. It's part of a group of islands called the Belcher Islands, found in a large body of water known as Hudson Bay. This island is in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut, which is one of Canada's territories. No people live on Dove Island.
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Where is Dove Island?
Dove Island is located within Hudson Bay, a very large inland sea in Canada. It's part of the Belcher Islands group, which includes many other islands. Specifically, Dove Island sits in an area called Omarolluk Sound. It is found between two larger islands: Tukarak Island and the southern part of Bradbury Island.
Nearby Islands
Other islands close to Dove Island include:
The Belcher Islands
Dove Island is one of many islands that make up the Belcher Islands. This group of islands is located in the southeastern part of Hudson Bay. The Belcher Islands are known for their unique geology and natural beauty. They are part of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, a vast group of islands in northern Canada.
Most of the islands in this group are uninhabited, meaning no people live there permanently. However, there is one small community called Sanikiluaq on the largest island, Flaherty Island. The islands are home to various wildlife, including birds and marine animals.
Uninhabited Islands
An uninhabited island is an island where no people live. These islands are often remote and can be difficult to reach. They might not have fresh water or other resources needed for people to survive easily. Uninhabited islands are important for wildlife and natural ecosystems. They provide safe places for animals to live and breed without human disturbance.
Images for kids
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Folded Proterozoic dolomites in the Belcher (Sanikiluaq) Islands
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Thin-bedded Proterozoic sedimentary rocks near Sanikiluaq hamlet. These rocks are about 2 billion years old. Width of bottom of photo is about 5 metres.
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Landsat satellite photo of Belcher Islands
See also
In Spanish: Islas Belcher para niños
