Species | Density | Timing | Comments | S | Vl | Mitigation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Caribou | ~ 8 000 | Oct - Nov. | Population estimate is total for Victoria Island. Fall ice crossings. | 4 | 5 | Aircraft should maintain an altitude of 600 m, if practicable and should not chase or fly over any wildlife for photographic or observation purposes. Caribou are often frightened by low-flying aircraft and are prone to injuring themselves. Such injuries usually cause death. |
Humans | Hunting caribou, ringed seal, bearded seal. | Contact communities of Coppermine and Bathurst Inlet. |