Patuxent Research Refuge, National wildlife refuge in Prince George's County, United States.
The refuge spans 12,841 acres of forests, meadows, and wetlands between Washington D.C. and Baltimore, protecting numerous native and migratory species.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Patuxent Research Refuge in 1936 as the first national wildlife refuge dedicated to conducting wildlife research.
The National Wildlife Visitor Center features exhibits about wildlife projects, art galleries, and educational programs for visitors to learn about conservation efforts.
The refuge offers 25 miles of trails for walking, biking, and horseback riding, with separate North and South tracts accessible to the public.
Scientists at Patuxent conducted critical research on DDT's environmental impact, contributing to policy changes that helped save species like the Bald Eagle.
Location: Prince George's County
Location: Anne Arundel County
Inception: 1936
Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/patuxent
GPS coordinates: 39.02671,-76.79922
Latest update: May 17, 2025 12:04
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