Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, National Wildlife Refuge in Salem County, United States.
Description
The refuge is a nature reserve along the Delaware River featuring saltmarsh grasses, tidal mud flats, and mixed woodlands in Salem County. The landscape blends open wetlands with wooded areas and functions as a complex ecosystem for birds and fish.
History
The area became a protected refuge in 1974 and has grown since then to preserve more habitat for wildlife. Protection efforts started to save the severely threatened wetlands of Delaware Bay from further destruction.
Culture
The wetland serves as a stopover for migratory birds traveling between North and South America and holds meaning for locals as a vital natural space. Visitors come to watch herons, ibises, and other waterfowl arriving and departing in large groups.
Practical
The best way to explore starts from the parking area at Lighthouse Road or from the Christmas Tree Lane intersection. The trails are walkable on foot, but sturdy footwear is recommended since the ground is often wet and muddy.
Did you know?
The wetland is directly linked to the largest nesting colony of wading birds north of Florida, where thousands of birds gather each summer. These birds cross the refuge daily on their way to feeding grounds.
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