Town of Duck, North Carolina
Bird Sanctuary
Nearly 400 species of birds have been sighted on the Outer Banks and
its surrounding waters. This impressive number is due to several
factors: a location on the Eastern Flyway, varied habitats, and
strong winds and storms that often bring exhausted "vagrants" to our
shore.
Birding is always exciting on the Outer Banks though the greatest
variety of species occurs during spring and fall migrations. For
those seeking out migratory shorebirds, the various inlet tidal
flats, ponds and salt ponds offer the greatest concentrations.
Land bird migration in the fall can be good but spotty, with best
observations occurring in the shrub thickets and in maritime woods.
Herons, egrets, terns, skimmers, and other birds that breed locally
are best seen in the warmer months. These birds frequent both salt
and freshwater areas. Winter ducks and geese concentrate in the
large ponds and sound waters.
See also: Town of Duck Bird Sanctuary Ordinance
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