Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Southeast Region

Refuge Objectives

  • Protect and preserve unique wetland habitat types and associated wildlife species.
  • Provide habitat and protection for endangered species such as red wolves, red-cockaded woodpeckers, and American alligators.
  • Provide habitat for black bears.
  • Provide habitat and management for waterfowl and other migratory birds.
  • Provide for a wide variety of native wildlife species through diverse wildlife management techniques and strategies.
  • Provide wildlife-dependent public opportunities including hunting; fishing; wildlife interpretation; observation; photography; and environmental education.


    Piping Plover... by Michael Halminski
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Last Updated: 3/3/09