Cape Jourimain National Wildlife Area
Emplacement: New Brunswick, at the foot of the Confederation Bridge and bordering the Northumberland Strait
Superficie approximative: 334 hectares
Date de désignation: 1980
Objectifs de conservation
To protect the habitats of a approximately 170 species of native and migratory birds. Habitats include salt marshes, brackish marshes, fresh water wetlands, barrier beaches, sand dunes and upland.
Interdictions
It is prohibited for visitors to bike, camp or start fires in the area.
Pourquoi (contexte environnemental pour la protection)
Cape Jourimain functions as a refuge for approximately 170 species of native and migratory birds, including great blue herons, ospreys, willets, and American black ducks. It has a diverse array of habitats, such as salt marshes, brackish marshes, and fresh water wetlands. The Cape provides one of the most exceptional shorebird viewing areas in the Atlantic region. It is open to the public, and visitors can hike its over 7 km of nature trails.