Halluqtalik Island

Halluqtalik Island
15.401 km²
Coastline: 38.244 km
Landform: Plains
UTC-07:00
Tree Cover: 32%
Sparse Vegetation

Welcome to Halluqtalik Island, a Polar island in the The Northwestern Passages, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Halluqtalik Island unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Halluqtalik Island

Size: 15.4 km²
Coastline: 38.2 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: The Northwestern Passages
Continent: North America

Halluqtalik Island is a Medium Island spanning 15 km² with a coastline of 38 km.

Archipel:

Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 69.15889612 / Longitude: -90.69857517

Climate and weather of Halluqtalik Island

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.

Topography and nature of Halluqtalik Island

Timezone: UTC-07:00
Timezone places: America/Denver
Max. Elevation: 44 m
Mean Elevation: 2 m
Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
Tree Coverage: 32%

The mean elevation is 2 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 44 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
These regions have limited plant growth, typically due to extreme conditions like aridity or poor soils. Vegetation is scattered and consists of hardy plant species. Halluqtalik Island has a tree cover of 32 %.

Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Four distinct vegetation zones mark these islands as ecologically diverse. They might feature varied landscapes such as forests, beaches, grasslands, and rocky areas. Such diversity reflects the island’s complex ecological interactions and varied habitats, which can support a rich array of wildlife and plant species.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Halluqtalik Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Halluqtalik Island. The nearest airport is Kugaaruk Airport, located 115 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Halluqtalik Island. The closest major port is RESOLUTE BAY, approximately 836 km away.

The mean population of Halluqtalik Island is 0 per km². Halluqtalik Island is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Canada.

Continuing your journey, Harrison is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

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Canada is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Halluqtalik Island

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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.

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