10,000 Birds

APRIL 23, 2013

One of the sheltered bays on Isla Isabel. These mangroves function as a sanctuary for fish and other animals that then make their way as adults across the channel to the coral reefs that surround the island. The frigates are by far the most numerous and evident of the island’s nesting species.

Whales 267

Whales Whaling Sharks Marine Life 267

10,000 Birds

JUNE 17, 2015

The Refuge is now home to nearly 200 species of birds, over 50 species of mammals, 25 species of reptiles and amphibians, and a wide variety of insects, fish and plants. 31 to provide inviolate sanctuary for migratory birds. The refuge is already open to migratory bird hunting, upland game hunting, and sport fishing.

Fish 147

Fish Wildlife Hunting Game 147

10,000 Birds

APRIL 28, 2024

There are a few spectacles in the birding community that are high energy, happen quickly, and is worth any effort to experience it. One such experience is a bird grounding event, sometimes called a fallout. So, maintaining habitat along the coastline is vital to supporting these species.

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Texas Alabama Alligators Nashville 236