Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, KS (New Images)
Quivira NWR encompasses over 22,000 acres and features a unique combination of inland salt marsh and sand prairie. The site is situated in the central flyway and is a top staging area for migrating birds and waterfowl, including Sandhill and Whooping Cranes.
More info on Quivira NWR here (right click on link to open in new tab):
- http://www.fws.gov/refuge/quivira
Read MoreMore info on Quivira NWR here (right click on link to open in new tab):
- http://www.fws.gov/refuge/quivira
Sandhill Cranes In Flight _D855564-Edit
A small group of Sandhill Cranes departs the marsh at dawn to feed in the local crop fields. Many others seem content to wait until after sunrise.
