George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Delta
Facts and practical information
George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary is a protected area in Delta, British Columbia, Canada, and is part of the Fraser River estuary, designated a site of Hemispheric Importance by the Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network. ()
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Wildlife
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Bald eagle
The bald eagle is a majestic bird of prey native to North America, easily recognizable by its striking white head and tail feathers. These raptors prefer living near large bodies of water where they can find plenty of fish to catch with their sharp talons.
Birds
Mallard
The mallard, a species of dabbling duck, is prevalent across temperate and subtropical regions in the Americas, Eurosiberia, and North Africa. They have also been introduced to regions such as New Zealand, Australia, Peru, and South Africa.
Birds
Barn swallow
The barn swallow is a bird that can be found all over the world, from Europe and Asia to Africa and the Americas. You can easily identify it by its striking blue upper feathers and deeply forked tail. Despite some declines in local populations, the barn swallow is not...
Birds
Sandhill crane
The sandhill crane is a striking bird that inhabits North America and northeastern Siberia. Its name is derived from its habitat near the Platte River in Nebraska's Sandhills. Originally classified under the genus Grus, it has since been reclassified to the genus...
Birds
Snow goose
The snow goose, native to North America, is a captivating bird known for its distinctive white and blue color variations. Initially classified in the genus Chen, these geese are now generally placed in the genus Anser. They breed in the Arctic and migrate south for the...
Birds
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