Lower Savage Islands facts for kids
Lower Savage Islands and neighbouring area (red circle at edge of map).
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 Lower Savage Islands
Location in Nunavut
Lower Savage Islands
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Davis Strait |
| Coordinates | 61°48′N 65°48′W / 61.800°N 65.800°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
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| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
The Lower Savage Islands are a group of islands in the far north of Canada. They are part of Nunavut, a large territory in the Canadian Arctic. These islands are found in the Davis Strait, a body of water between Greenland and Baffin Island. No people live on the islands, which means they are uninhabited.
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About the Lower Savage Islands
The Lower Savage Islands are a remote island group. They are located off the coast of Baffin Island. This area is part of the huge Canadian Arctic Archipelago. This archipelago is a vast collection of islands in northern Canada.
Where Are They Located?
The islands are in a specific arm of the Davis Strait. This arm is called the Gabriel Strait. They lie to the northwest of Resolution Island. They are also west of another island called Edgell Island.
Natural Features
One interesting feature on the islands is a V-shaped lake. This lake is about 1.5 kilometers (just under a mile) south of an area known as Savage Harbour. The exact location of this lake is 61°49.15′N 65°42.62′W / 61.81917°N 65.71033°W.
Why Are They Uninhabited?
Being "uninhabited" means that no humans live there permanently. The Arctic environment is very harsh. It has extremely cold temperatures and long, dark winters. This makes it a difficult place for people to live. However, many animals are well-adapted to this environment.
