Assabet National Wildlife Refuge

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The refuge comprises over 2,200 acres of varied woodland, wetland, fields, ponds and streams, with historical and archeological sites. The terrain is primarily flat but includes some prominent hills; elevations range from 170 feet near the river to 320 feet on Walnut Hill. Seventy percent of the refuge is forested with pine, oak and maple. There are over 470 acres of diverse wetland habitat including an Atlantic white cedar swamp. This jewel is connected to about 1,000 acres of other diverse protected space.

To date, biological surveys have identified over 650 plant species, 135 bird species, 25 mammals, 17 reptile species and 19 species of fish.

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Coordinates:   42°24'30"N   71°28'8"W
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