Hog Island
Location: Hyde County
Total Size: 15 acres
Site Description:
Hog Island is a natural estuarine island located on the north western side of
Pamlico Sound. The site is posted and patrolled, and is off-limits to all
visitors.
Habitats:
saltmarsh
Land Use: wildlife conservation
Primary Threats: disturbance to nesting birds
Protection Status: The site is protected and managed by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
Conservation Issues: Disturbance to nesting birds is a primary concern. The island is posted and patrolled to discourage disturbances.
Birds: Hog Island is one of North Carolina's most important nesting sites for Forster's terns.
Key Bird Species
|
Criteria |
Season |
Number |
|
| 4a | Forster's Tern | B | 135-345 prs. |
| 4a | Common Tern | B | 45 prs. |
B=Breeding FM=Fall Migration
SM=Spring Migration W=Winter
Sources:
NC Colonial Waterbird database