Hantzsch Island facts for kids
 Hantzsch Island
Location in Nunavut
Hantzsch Island
Location in Canada
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| Location | Frobisher Bay |
| Coordinates | 61°56′N 65°00′W / 61.93°N 65°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Area | 1 km2 (0.39 sq mi) |
| Highest point | 150 m (490 ft) |
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| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
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| Population | Uninhabited |
Hantzsch Island is a small island in Nunavut, Canada. It's part of the Qikiqtaaluk Region. You can find it in Frobisher Bay, near the southern end of Baffin Island. The island is not home to any people. The nearest community is Sanikiluaq, an Inuit village about 800 kilometers (500 miles) to the west.
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Island Shape and Scenery
Hantzsch Island is quite small and looks like a dome. Its landscape includes tall coastal cliffs, green grassy slopes, and a rough shoreline. This mix of features creates different places for animals to live.
Amazing Wildlife on Hantzsch Island
Hantzsch Island is a very important place for birds and other animals. It's recognized as a Canadian Important Bird Area (meaning it's key for bird conservation). It's also an International Biological Program site and a Key Migratory Terrestrial Bird Site.
Bird Species
Many different birds live or visit Hantzsch Island. Some of the notable bird species you might see include:
- Black-legged Kittiwakes
- Thick-billed Murres
- Various waterbirds and Seabirds that form large colonies
Marine Animals and Land Mammals
The waters around Hantzsch Island are also full of life. You might spot:
- Beluga whales
- Bearded seals
- Ringed seals
- Harp seals
- Walruses
On land, Polar bears are known to visit the area.
Island's Name and History
Hantzsch Island is named after Bernhard Hantzsch. He was a German ornithologist, which means he studied birds. He was also an Arctic researcher who explored the northern regions.
