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Clarence Cannon National Wildlife Refuge |
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 Jim Rathert/MO Conservation |
Refuge Overview: Purchased with Duck Stamp dollars in 1964, the Clarence Cannon National Wildlife Refuge currently encompasses over 3,000 acres of the Mississippi River floodplain in Missouri. The Refuge was named in honor of Congressman Clarence Cannon and serves as a migratory bird resting and feeding area. The refuge has approximately 237 bird species, 86 of which are known to rest on site. |
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Habitat: Clarence Cannon NWR is made up of semi-permanent
and permanent marshes, bottomland hardwood forests and native
grasslands. Additionally, approximately 400 of the refuge’s
acres are farmed by cooperative farmers. In 1993 flooding of
the Mississippi River severely damaged much of the hardwood trees.
Today approximately 450 of bottomland forests remain.
The refuge boasts a large bird population including ducks,
geese, shorebirds, marsh and wading birds and songbirds. Bald
eagles have been nesting of the Refuge for over 13 years. The
Refuge is also home to the king rail, a state endangered species. |
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| Recreation Opportunities: Walking
and hiking trails in Clarence Cannon provide visitors with a serene
few of the natural area. The park is closed seasonally to the public
mostly during peak waterfowl seasons. Fishing is available via Bryant’s
Creek. |
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