Gull Island (Nunavut) facts for kids
 Gull Island
Location in Nunavut
Gull Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | James Bay |
| Coordinates | 52°19′N 79°02′W / 52.32°N 79.03°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Administration | |
| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
| Ethnic groups | Cree |
Gull Island is a small, uninhabited island located in James Bay, a large body of water in Canada. It is part of the Qikiqtaaluk Region in Nunavut, Canada's northernmost territory. The island is also known by its Cree language name, Kee-Yah-Sh-Koh Mah-Nah-Woo-Na-N.
Gull Island is one of many islands found within the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. It sits in the middle part of James Bay, south of a place called Vieux Comptoir in Quebec.
About Gull Island
Gull Island is quite small. It is about .5 km (0.31 mi) (half a kilometer) long. It is also around 50 ft (15 m) (about 15 meters) wide.
Even though it is small, the island has enough grass and other plants. This plant life helps support a large colony of seagulls. This is why the island is named "Gull Island."
Wildlife on Gull Island
Gull Island is famous for its large population of seagulls. These birds use the island as a safe place to nest and raise their young. The grassy areas provide good cover for their nests.
Seagulls are common birds found near coastlines and large bodies of water. They are known for their loud calls and their ability to find food in many different places. Gull Island is an important habitat for these birds in James Bay.
