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Quivira National Wildlife Refuge
Sand Hill Cranes by Bob Hines Refuge Overview: Located in south central Kansas, Quivira National Wildlife Refuge was established by the Migratory Bird Commission in 1955 to provide wintering and resting areas for migratory waterfowl. Since that time, the refuge has grown to 22,135 acres. Migratory Bird Conservation Funds, which include Federal Duck Stamp dollars, have been used to purchase 21,820 of those acres for the refuge.
Line Drawing of Sandhill Cranes by Bob Hines/USFWS
Wildlife and Habitat: Quivira National Wildlife refuge is an important stopover spot for Canada geese, ducks, sandhill cranes, shorebirds, and other migratory birds along the Central Flyway. The refuge’s 7,000 acres of saltwater marshes are filled with thousands of birds annually. The native prairie grasslands and interspersed shrub lands and tree stands also provide valuable habitat for other wildlife species. Historically, the area was routinely grazed by bison herds.
Recreation Opportunities: Quivira National Wildlife Refuge offers a number of recreation opportunities. Environmental education events are held regularly, and nature trails and interpretive sites located throughout the refuge make the area an enticing destination for school groups, hikers, birders, and photographers. Fishing and hunting (waterfowl and upland small game) are also allowed on the refuge during the appropriate seasons.

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