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REINTRODUCTION EFFORTS: COASTAL REINTRODUCTION

The first releases of captive-reared peregrine falcons in Virginia occurred within the outer coastal plain. This area has a rich prey base for peregrines and it was believed that if a breeding population could be established here, young produced over the years would re-colonize historic breeding locations within the mountains. Over a several year period, a series of towers were erected along the barrier islands for release of young and for breeding. Between 1978 and 1985, 115 young peregrines were released in coastal areas of Virginia. See below for descriptions of hack sites and details of releases within individual sites.

COASTAL SITES

Back Bay NWR

Chincoteague NWR

Cobb Island

Fisherman's Island

Great Fox Island

Norfolk, Downtown

Parramore Island

Russell Island

 
 
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