Welcome to Tensas River National Wildlife Refuge Tensas River National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1980 to conserve the largest privately-owned tract of bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the Mississippi River Valley. This rich forest land supports a wide variety of animals and plants, including over 400 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. Visitors are welcome to participate in wildlife observation, photography, hiking, paddling, hunting, fishing, and many other activities!
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