North Twin Island facts for kids
 North Twin Island
Location in Nunavut
North Twin Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Northern Canada |
| Coordinates | 53°18′N 80°00′W / 53.300°N 80.000°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Area | 157 km2 (61 sq mi) |
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| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
| Source: North Twin Island at Atlas of Canada | |
North Twin Island is a quiet, empty island in the Arctic. It is found in James Bay, which is at the southern end of Hudson Bay. This island is part of Nunavut, a large territory in Canada's north.
North Twin Island is special because it has no people living on it. It is a natural home for many different kinds of birds.
About North Twin Island
North Twin Island is quite large, covering about 157 square kilometers. It is located to the east of another island called Akimiski Island.
Location and Neighbors
North Twin Island is one of two main islands in this area. The other is South Twin Island. South Twin Island is smaller and looks similar. It is about 10 kilometers (6 miles) to the southeast.
These two islands are often called the Twin Islands. They are both part of the Qikiqtaaluk Region in Nunavut. This region is a big part of the Canadian Arctic.
Wildlife on the Island
Even though no humans live on North Twin Island, it is full of life. It is a very important place for birds. Many birds come here to have their babies.
For example, Canada Geese use the island as a breeding site. Semipalmated Plovers also come here to lay their eggs. Other birds, like willow ptarmigans and Arctic terns, live on the island all the time. They find food and shelter in this wild place.
