Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge
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Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge is located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of South Dakota and is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Created in 1935, it is a wetlands of international importance and a Globally Important Bird Area. Over 260 bird species are found in the refuge, including many migratory bird species and the world's largest breeding colony of Franklin's gulls. ()
Established: 1935 (89 years ago)Area: 33.59 mi²Elevation: 1286 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 45°46'21"N, 98°15'9"W