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Cahow Population Soars to 450 in Bermuda Sanctuary

3/31/2026

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  • The Cahow, an endangered seabird native to Bermuda, now numbers 450 on Nonsuch Island, up from 18 breeding pairs in 1960.
  • The Cahow Recovery Program, initiated by David Wingate, transformed Nonsuch Island into a wildlife sanctuary with artificial nesting burrows.
  • Over 65 years, the island has seen the return of various endemic species as educational expeditions promote awareness and research.
  • Access to the island is limited to safeguard its ecosystem.