Wildlife

The Land Treatment Site is home to numerous species of wildlife. Deer, bobcat, fox, turtles, and many types of birds have all been sighted on the grounds.

 

The storage lagoons are a favorite place of migratory birds. Geese, ducks, crane and swan have all stopped here on their respective journeys. Birdwatchers are welcome during normal operating hours to observe the waterfowl.


 

The Land Treatment Site is also a host site of the North Carolina Wild Turkey Restoration Program. In 2002, approximately 15 wild turkeys were released in the spray irrigation fields. Since that time, they have multiplied with great success. It is not uncommon to see hen turkeys followed by a clutch of chicks out in the fields.