Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge
Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge is located in the fertile Willamette Valley of northwestern Oregon, 12 miles (19 km) south of Salem. The valley was once a rich mix of wildlife habitats. Valley wetlands were once extensive, with meandering stream channels and vast seasonal marshes. Today, the valley is a mix of farmland and growing cities, with few areas remaining for wildlife.
| Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
| Location | Marion County, Oregon |
| Nearest city | Salem, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 44.7840097°N 123.0778731°W |
| Area | 2,796 acres (1,132 ha) |
| Established | 1965 |
| Governing body | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Website | Ankeny NWR |
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