Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge

Mexico / Tamaulipas / Hidalgo /
 park, birdwatching area, nature conservation park / area, refuge, National Natural Landmark
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Along the banks of the lower Rio Grande is the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, a 2,088 acre refuge established in 1943 for the protection of migratory birds. Considered the ‘jewel’ of the refuge system, this essential ‘island’ of thorn forest habitat is host or home to nearly 400 different types of birds and a myriad of other species, including the indigo snake, malachite butterfly and the endangered ocelot.
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Coordinates:   26°3'57"N   98°8'35"W
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