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Purpose:
Ecological
reserves are areas in British Columbia selected to preserve
representative and special natural ecosystems, plant
and animal species, features and phenomena. The key
role of ecological reserves is to contribute to the
maintenance of biological diversity and the protection
of genetic materials. Scientific research is one of
the principle uses of ecological reserves in British
Columbia. Click
here for more information on Ecological Reserves.
This
ecological reserve is closed to the public.
Beresford
Island Ecological Reserve was established to protect colonies
of nesting seabirds and their habitat.
Restrictions:
Ecological
reserves are not created for outdoor recreation. Most
ecological reserves, however, are open to the public for
non-destructive pursuits like hiking, nature observation
and photography. Consumptive activities like hunting,
freshwater fishing, camping, livestock grazing, removal
of materials, plants or animals are prohibited by regulation
in ecological reserves. Motorized vehicles are not allowed.
Research and educational activities may be carried out
but only under permit.
Special
Restrictions:
Beresford Island Ecological Reserve is closed to the
public to protect nesting birds and their habitat.
Size:
245
ha (13 ha of upland and 412 ha of foreshore)
Location:
23
km W of Cape Scott on the Cook Bank, between Lanz and Sartine
Islands in the Scott Group
Ecological
Zones:
Biogeoclimatic
Ecosystem Classification information
Coastal
Western Hemlock
Marine
Ecosystem Classification
Vancouver Island Shelf
Management
Planning:
The
Purpose
Statement for this Ecological Reserve is now available
in pdf format.
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