endangered species / ecosystems of The Bahamas
National Parks

Black Sound Cay National Reserve / Conception Island National Park / Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park / Inagua National Park / Lucayan National Park / Pelican Cays Land & Sea Park / Peterson Cay National Park / Ran Nature Centre / Tilloo Cay National Park / The Retreat / Union Creek Reserve


 
    Abaco National Park
    This park was created in 1994, it encompasses over 20,500 acres of pine forest / coppice and is the principal habitat for the endangered Bahama Parrot and many other important species of Bahamian wildlife. The tract covers a large area of the Great Abaco water table and has significant recreational value for the people of Abaco. It is the first major park to be created in the Bahamas in more than 20 years.
Black Sound Cay National Reserve
This two acre mangrove reserve is nestled in the harbour of Abaco's historic Green Turtle Cay. The reserve was established in 1988 to protect a vital waterfront ecosystem and wildlife.

Conception Island National Park
This unspoiled 2,100 acre island in the southern Bahamas is an important sanctuary for migratory birds and a breeding site for the Green Turtle. The island also has historical significance as one of the first landfalls of Columbus in the New World.

Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park
This park was created in 1959, this 112, 640 acres park was the first of its kind in the world and is famous for its pristine beauty, outstanding anchorages and breathtaking marine environment. It is a protected replenishment zone, considered the first marine fishery reserve in the wider Caribbean. The park is patrolled by a full time warden.

 

 

 
Inagua National Park
This 183,740 acre section of Great Inagua Island is the site of the world's largest breeding colony of West Indian Flamingoes (about 60,000) as well as many other water birds, Bahama Parrots and freshwater turtles. It is patrolled by two full time Trust wardens.



Pelican Cays Land & Sea Park
Is a 2,100 acre area just north of Cherokee Sound in Great Abaco that contains stunning undersea caves, extensive coral reefs and is noted for its fish, plant and bird life.

Peterson Cay National Park
A one-and-a-half-acre geological wonder, it's beautiful park is the only cay on Grand Bahama's leeward shore. The surrounding coral gardens provide an excellent opportunity for the close observation of marine life.

Ran Nature Centre
The Trust acquired this 100 acre nature centre in Freeport, Grand Bahama in 1992. The centre features a Caribbean pine forest, countless native orchids and flowering plants, and a variety of bird life. Nestled in the heart of Freeport, the Rand Nature Centre provides visitors with a close-up view of Grand Bahama's original ecosytem.
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Tilloo Cay National Park
Acquired by the Trust through private donation, this 11 acre area encompasses a tropical wilderness shoreline of outstanding beauty. Exposed to the Atlantic Ocean, the area is an important sea bird nesting site.

The Retreat
Is an 11 acre garden of native woodland in the heart of New Providence featuring one of the world's largest privately - owned collections of rare palms. Once the home of Arthur and Margaret Langlois, the 180 year old building now houses the Trust's headquarters and educational centre.

Union Creek Reserve
This area comprises 4,940 acres of an enclosed tidal creek on Great Inagua. It is a very important and successful marine turtle research facility operated in conjunction with the Caribbean Conservation Corporation for more than 25 years.

all information courtesy of Bahamas National Trust
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