BNWR Winter Aerial Waterfowl Survey 2026

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Waterfowl survey conducted by refuge biologists via fixed-wing aircraft of inland and bay Blackwater NWR properties. Conducted on January 12, 2026.

Author(s)

Matt Whitbeck

Supervisory Biologist

National Wildlife Refuge System

Contact

+1410-228-2692

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Area

Cambridge,MD

Publication date

Jan 16, 2026

Facility

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1933 as a waterfowl sanctuary for birds migrating along the Atlantic Flyway.

National Wildlife Refuge

Cambridge,MD

Media Usage Rights/License

Public Domain

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