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| 1502 S.E. Kings Bay Drive Crystal River, FL 34429 E-mail: chassahowitzka@fws.gov Phone Number: 352-563-2088 |
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| Visit the Refuge's Web Site: http://www.fws.gov/chassahowitzka/pinellas |
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Pinellas National Wildlife Refuge The Pinellas National Wildlife Refuge, was established in 1951 as a breeding ground for colonial bird species. Herons, cormorants, egrets, endangered brown pelicans and many more species use this quiet refuge for nesting. Tarpon key, one of the islands making-up the refuge, hosts the largest brown pelican rookery in the state of Florida. The abundant green sea grass beds around the island are protected from motorized boat activity. Getting There . . . Because of its small size and importance to wildlife, the refuge is closed to all public use
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 The refuge is closed to the public.
Provide nesting habitat for endangered brown pelicans and other water birds. Preserve and protect barrier island habitat. |
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