Protected Areas
Almost all of the island is within the Sirmilik National Park, harbouring large populations of thick-billed murres, Black-legged Kittiwakes and greater snow geese. The eastern area of the island is federally designated as the Bylot Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary. Three areas are classified as Canadian Important Bird Areas: Cape Graham Moore, Cape Hay, and the Southwest Bylot plain.
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