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Program Year

Initial Certification

Status

Active | Certified

Last Certification Date

6/19/2025

Certified Since

12/13/2021

Habitat Locations

By County - Erie

Registered On

8/13/2020

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County of Erie

County of Erie, NY

County

Population: 918702

Summary

The County of Erie is located along the shores of Lake Erie and the Niagara River. As such, it is a vital bird and butterfly migratory pathway, specifically Monarchs on their way down to Mexico. Due to its environmental significance and proximity to the great lakes, this region has been awarded a RAMSAR certification, recognizing it as a wetland of international importance, one of only 37 in the entire country.

My Certified Wildlife Habitats

834 Habitats

My Certification Habitat Points

1174 / 750

Registration Goals

40 / 40

Education Goals

55 / 40

Community Outreach Goals

50 / 50

Administration Category

45 / 20

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