“a pristine wildlife habitat”
The J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is located on the subtropical barrier island of Sanibel in the Gulf of Mexico. The refuge is part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the United States. It is world famous for its spectacular migratory bird populations.
J. N. "Ding" Darling is one of over 550 refuges in the National Wildlife Refuge System administered by the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
Really enjoyed my visit to the Darling National Wildlife Refuge. It's more laid back than a zoo, as you can travel wherever you want within the refuge whenever you want.
I have visited Ding Darling so many times, and what you see is always different! Sometimes you see a flock of white pelicans, or a wood stork, or a night heron stalking a crab on the shore, or a river otter and sometimes an alligator lounging in the sun! The visitor center is well done and very informative. Its an amazing place full of surprises and amazing animals!
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