Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge
| Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge | |
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IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
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| Location | Bennett County, South Dakota, United States |
| Nearest city | Martin, SD |
| Coordinates | 43°5′56″N 101°35′10″W / 43.09889°N 101.58611°W |
| Area | 16,410 acres (66.4 km2) |
| Established | August 26, 1935 |
| Governing body | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Website | Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge |
Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge is a National Wildlife Refuge of the United States located in South Dakota. It covers 16,410 acres (66.4 km2) and is managed by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
Early conservation work to protect the area was performed by the
Since the late 1950s, 281 species of birds have been recorded at the refuge. During the spring and fall migratory periods, as many as 29,000 ducks and 37,000 geese have been observed. About 80 and 100
Resident mammals include pronghorn, white-tailed deer, mule deer, coyote, and badger.
Waterways in the refuge are habitat for fish such as the yellow perch, northern pike, and many smaller species. They are a food source for many of the local birds.
The refuge allows fishing and hunting in limited areas and in season.
Bear Butte National Wildlife Refuge
Bear Butte National Wildlife refuge is now open to the public. Located in southwestern Meade County near Sturgis, South Dakota, Bear Butte is managed by Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge and South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks. It is located at 44°27′20″N 103°26′45″W / 44.45556°N 103.44583°W.
References
External links
Media related to Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge at Wikimedia Commons- "Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge". U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Retrieved 2016-06-17.
