Cheyne Islands
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Geography
These small alluvial islands, approximately Script error: No such module "convert". in size, with an elevation up to Script error: No such module "convert". above sea level, are characterized by barrens and rocky flats.
Flora
Moss can be found growing on the Middle and South islands.
Fauna
They are a Canadian Important Bird Area (#NU049) and a Key Migratory Bird Terrestrial Habitat site (NU site 5). Notable bird species include Ross's gull and northern common eider.[2]
References
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External links
- Cheyne Islands in the Atlas of Canada - Toporama; Natural Resources Canada
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