Little Calf Island
| Little Calf Island | ||
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| Waters | Boston Harbor , Atlantic Ocean | |
| Geographical location | 42 ° 20 ′ N , 70 ° 54 ′ W | |
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| Highest elevation | 6.1 m | |
Little Calf Island is an island in Boston Harbor . It is 9.2 mi (14.8 km ) from downtown Boston in the state of Massachusetts in the United States . It is administered by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) and is part of the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area .
geography
geology
The island is made up of a single rock that protrudes up to 20 ft (6.1 m ) from the water.
Flora and fauna
Little Calf Island is used as a nesting site for many birds such as seagulls and cormorants . There is no vegetation. The other fauna of the island is still the subject of scientific research.
Attractions
The island offers no special sights. On the contrary, the authorities do not advise approaching it, especially during the breeding season of the birds that live there.
Individual evidence
- ↑ a b c d Island Facts: Little Calf Island. National Park Service , accessed June 5, 2013 .
Web links
- Boston Harbor Islands. Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, accessed June 5, 2013 (DCR basic information on the sanctuary, travel preparations and behavior).