Pond Island National Wildlife Refuge

The refuge encompasses several coastal islands with protected habitats for colonial nesting seabirds across the Maine coastline within the National Wildlife Refuge Complex.

Established in 1973, the refuge developed specific programs to restore tern populations and protect endangered species through controlled habitat management strategies.

Researchers and college students live on remote islands during summer months to monitor seabird colonies and document their findings through scientific publications.

Visitors can obtain information at the Rockland Visitor Center, which maintains regular hours from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.

The restoration techniques include sound systems playing tern colony recordings and strategically placed decoys to encourage the return of native bird species.

Location: Maine

Inception: 1973

Part of: Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge

Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/pond_island

GPS coordinates: 43.73897,-69.77088

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:38