What do the wading birds need when they are in Maine?
What do wading birds need when they are in Maine ?
Undisturbed nesting habitat and undisturbed, uncontaminated feeding areas are essential for maintaining viable populations. Both freshwater wetlands and intertidal areas provide these habitats for many of these species. Several of the species nest in colonies on offshore islands or in often-remote flowages on inland watersheds.
What is special about Maine for wading birds?
Maine supports a diverse array of species, many of which are at the northern edge of their ranges. Maine historically offered significant opportunities for nesting in undisturbed areas.
