Inagua is the southernmost island in The Bahamas as well as the country’s second-largest behind Andros. The island is known for its centuries-old history of salt production and for its bird watching. Over 140 species of birds reside on the island and 45% of Inagua’s land area is a protected habitat, enabling populations of pelicans, Bahama parrots, ducks and hummingbirds to thrive. The most notable winged resident of Inagua, however, is the West Indian Flamingo.

The national bird of The Bahamas, a community of about 80,000 flamingos reside on Great Inagua. The island’s salt flats provide an ideal nesting place for the birds.