Unalga Island (Delarof Islands) facts for kids
 Unalga Island
Location in Alaska
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Bering Sea |
| Coordinates | 51°34′49″N 179°02′45″E / 51.58028°N 179.04583°E |
| Archipelago | Delarof Islands |
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 United States |
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| State |  Alaska |
Unalga Island (called Unalĝa in the Aleut language) is a small island in Alaska. It is part of a group of islands known as the Delarof Islands. These islands are themselves a smaller part of the larger Andreanof Islands chain. All of these islands belong to the famous Aleutian Islands.
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What is Unalga Island?
Unalga Island is a remote piece of land surrounded by water. It is located in the Bering Sea, which is a very large sea in the northern Pacific Ocean. This island is known for its quiet, untouched nature.
Where is Unalga Island Located?
Unalga Island is found in a specific part of the Aleutian Islands. It sits south of another island called Gareloi Island. If you travel about 15 kilometers (or 9 miles) west from Kavalga Island, you will reach Unalga Island. It is part of a long chain of islands that stretch out from the main part of Alaska.
How Big is Unalga Island?
Unalga Island is quite small. It measures just over 1 kilometer (or about 0.6 miles) across. Imagine walking across it; it wouldn't take very long! Even though it's small, it's an important part of the Aleutian chain.
Is There Another Unalga Island?
Yes, this can be a bit confusing! There is another island also named Unalga Island. The other Unalga Island is located in a different group of islands called the Fox Islands. It sits between Akutan and Unalaska. So, when you hear "Unalga Island," it's good to know which one people are talking about!
