From the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's online digital media library. Check http://images.fws.gov/ for higher quality version. Metadata Title: Whooping Cranes at Aransas NWR Alternative Title: Grus americana Creator: Hillebrand, Steve Source: WV-5144-Refuge Centennial Publisher: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Contributor: NATIONAL CONSERVATION TRAINING CENTER-PUBLICATIONS AND TRAINING MATERIALS Language: EN - ENGLISH Rights: (public domain) Audience: (general) Subject: bird, whooping crane, endangered species, Texas, NWR, migratory Description Abstract: Aransas NWR, Austwell, Texas: These palmettos and prickly pear cacti define just one of the many habitat types found on the 59,000-acre Aransas National Wildlife Refuge on the shore of San Antonio Bay. Best known for its large flock of wintering whooping cranes, Aransas is also home to such diverse species as alligators, javelinas, blue crabs, bobcats, deer, giant swallowtail butterflies, and more than 390 bird species. Nine hiking trails, an observation tower, and a 16-mile auto tour loop provide a variety of experiences for visitors. Date Available: January 09 2003 Issued: December 17 2002 Modified: May 10 2004