Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary’s 1,100 acres of salt marsh, sandy beach, pine woodland, freshwater pond, and rare heathland attract a wide array of wildlife, especially songbirds and shorebirds. A large trail map and a recent sightings board allow you to read about what plants and animals have been seen and to choose a trail to walk during your visit. The Esther Underwood Johnson Nature Center at the sanctuary is an example of green architecture with a Butterfly Garden at the entrance and exhibits and visitor facilities inside the welcoming building.Wellfleet Bay is one of 45 sanctuaries of Mass Audubon, a leader in conservation, education and advocacy.
Diamondback Terrapin Hatchlings, Courtesy Don Lewis
Diamondback Terrapin Protection, Courtesy Don Lewis
Segment for monitor video July 2008
Don Lewis discovers an impressive specimen of Hemigrapsus (Asian shore crab) in Wellfleet marshes.
Horseshoe crabs cruising, spawning, molting, stirring up food, and developing. Ignore sound track.