Tern Nests Sign of Flourishing Life Near Salt Ponds
By Katherine Verano in Nature and Environment, St. Kitts
Terns are nesting at Harbourside, land that Christophe Harbour has created along the perimeter of the harbour. Discovered by a young boy, these nests are an especially exciting find because they are a sign that bird life is returning to the area known as the "Great Salt Pond." Previously, the hyper-saline environment of the salt pond was unable to sustain much life, but since the pond is now flushing with fresh water, new plant and animal life are being discovered. The terns are the newest inhabitants.
These pictures of Terns and their nests were taken by Callen, an elementary aged boy who attends Ross Prep School on St. Kitts. Every year, the school hosts a fundraiser selling calendars, and all of the proceeds go to Turtle Research. The pictures in the calendars are taken solely by the elementary students, as they are encouraged to photograph local wildlife on St. Kitts and Nevis. Thanks, Callen, for sharing your wonderful photographs!