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Plants & Animals
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Waterfowl
Learn about how Town biologists help with winter waterfowl surveys and population studies.
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Shorebirds
Several types of birds make their habitat along our shores.
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Shellfish
Take a look at the Town's efforts to restore oyster and clam populations.
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Diamondback Terrapins
The Town of Hempstead Department of Conservation and Waterways is currently working on a research project monitoring the population of diamondback terrapins.
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Marine Mammals & Sea Turtles
For injured, distressed, or deceased marine mammals & sea turtles, the Department's role is to provide first response, provide a safe scene for both the animal and the public, and share detailed information, facilities, and resources, as needed, to the permit-holding entities.
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Injured Wildlife Rescue & Transport
The Department collaborates with a network of licensed wildlife rehabilitators and veterinarians who have the equipment and expertise to treat injured wildlife, with the goal of releasing a healthy animal back into the wild.
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Nuisance Wildlife
Resources & information about nuisance wildlife commonly found in the Town of Hempstead.
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Bird Cams
These isolated locations are powered by batteries maintained by solar panels and are only transmitting during daytime hours to conserve energy.
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Native Plants & Pollinators