Island Bay National Wildlife Refuge
The Island Bay National Wildlife Refuge is part of the United States National Wildlife Refuge System, located in the Cape Haze area of Charlotte County. The 20-acre (81,000 m2) refuge was established on October 23, 1908.
| Island Bay National Wildlife Refuge | |
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IUCN category Ia (strict nature reserve) | |
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| Location | Charlotte County, Florida, United States |
| Nearest city | Port Charlotte, Florida |
| Coordinates | 26°46′20″N 82°11′30″W |
| Area | 20 acres (81,000 m2) |
| Established | October 23, 1908 |
| Governing body | US Fish & Wildlife Service |
| Website | Island Bay National Wildlife Refuge |
The Island Bay Wilderness (which was established on October 23, 1970) covers the same area as the refuge.
External links
- Island Bay National Wildlife Refuge
- Island Bay profile
- Island Bay National Wildlife Refuge at Wildernet
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