Huron Wetland Management District
| Huron Wetland Management District | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
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| Location | South Dakota, United States |
| Nearest city | Huron, South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 44°24′22″N 98°25′2″W / 44.40611°N 98.41722°W |
| Area | 17,518 acres (70.89 km2) |
| Established | May 31, 1992 |
| Governing body | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Website | Huron Wetland Management District |
Huron Wetland Management District is located in the
The refuge consists of numerous lakes and what are known as
Red-tailed hawk, Swainson's hawk, northern harrier, American kestrel, great horned owl as well as less frequent sightings of bald and golden eagles have been documented as raptors known to frequent the district.
Various mammal species also thrive here, including the pronghorn, white-tailed deer, mule deer, coyote, badger, beaver and mink, and are relatively common.
Fish species such as the yellow perch, northern pike and a variety of smaller non-game fish species thrive in the abundant ponds and waterways, providing a major source of food for many of the migratory bird species. The leopard frog, Great Plains toad, tiger salamander and prairie rattlesnake all have been documented as common in the district. The refuge allows fishing and hunting in limited areas and in season.
References
External links
Media related to Huron Wetland Management District at Wikimedia Commons- "Huron Wetland Management District". U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Retrieved 2016-06-17.
