Judith Island Point
Location: Hyde County
Total Size: 67 acres
Site Description:
Judith Island Point is a natural island located in northern 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 US Fish and Wildlife Service.
Conservation Issues: Disturbance to nesting birds is a primary concern. The island is posted and patrolled to discourage disturbances.
Birds: Great Island is one of North Carolina's most important sites for nesting Forster's Terns and Common Terns.
Key Bird Species
|
Criteria |
Season |
Number |
|
|
4a |
Forster's Tern |
B |
60-90 prs. |
|
4a |
Common Terns | B | 90 prs. |
B=Breeding FM=Fall Migration
SM=Spring Migration W=Winter
Sources:
NC Colonial Waterbird database