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Flora and Fauna of Fire Island

The Abundant Flora and Fauna of Fire Island

Many people imagine Fire Island as a bare, sandy desert-like environment. To their surprise, it is lush with vegetation and a haven for wildlife, where humans and nature have found a way to live in harmony. Here’s a sampling of the indigenous flora, the remarkable variety of plants we grow here and the magnificent creatures that share their paradise with us.

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Flora and Fauna on Fire Island-Deer in Grass
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Foxglove growing on Fire Island