Scott Islands facts for kids
 Scott Islands
Location in British Columbia
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Pacific Ocean |
| Coordinates | 50°48′09″N 128°46′46″W / 50.80250°N 128.77944°W |
| Major islands | 5 |
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| Province | British Columbia |
The Scott Islands are a group of islands found off the northwest tip of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. These islands are a special place for many animals.
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Island Geography: Where are the Scott Islands?
The Scott Islands are located about 10 kilometers (6.4 miles) away from Cape Scott Provincial Park. This group of islands includes five main ones:
- Lanz Island
- Cox Island
- Sartine Island
- Beresford Island
- Triangle Island
There are also several smaller rocky islets and tiny islands nearby.
Amazing Animals: Wildlife of the Scott Islands
The Scott Islands are famous for their huge numbers of Seabirds. Many different kinds of seabirds live and raise their young here.
Seabirds: Feathered Friends of the Islands
Some of the seabirds you might find include:
These islands are super important for Cassin's auklets. More than half (55%) of all the Cassin's auklets in the world come here to breed!
Marine Mammals: Life in the Ocean
Besides birds, the waters around the Scott Islands are home to many other animals. You can find large groups of Steller sea lions resting on the rocks. There are also many different kinds of Rockfish living in the ocean depths. Recently, sea otters have also started to return and live around the islands again.
Protecting the Islands: Conservation Efforts
Because the Scott Islands are so important for wildlife, many parts of them are protected. This helps keep the animals safe and their homes healthy.
Protected Areas: Parks and Reserves
- Lanz Island and Cox Island are part of Lanz and Cox Islands Provincial Park. This park is open to visitors, so people can explore and enjoy nature.
- Sartine Island, Triangle Island, and Beresford Island are special ecological reserves. This means they are closed to the public to protect the sensitive wildlife that lives there.
- The ocean waters around all the islands are also protected. They are part of the Scott Islands Marine National Wildlife Area. This area helps protect the marine animals and their habitats.
