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Rare Glossy Ibis Visits Ohio River Wildlife Refuge
22 May
Summary
- A glossy ibis, native to Atlantic coast wetlands, was spotted near Ohio River.
- The bird was seen in a seasonal wetland near the refuge visitor center.
- The Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge protects habitats along 362 miles.
A rare visitor, the glossy ibis, has been spotted near the Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge. This species, commonly found in coastal wetlands from the Carolinas to Florida and the Gulf Coast, occasionally ventures inland. Birdwatchers have been advised to visit the area near the refuge's visitor center in Waverly, West Virginia, where the bird was seen foraging in a seasonal wetland.
The Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1990, spans 362 miles of the upper Ohio River. It is dedicated to protecting and restoring habitats for native wildlife across its 24 islands and four mainland tracts. While most of its acreage is in West Virginia, the refuge also includes islands in Pennsylvania and Kentucky.
