Learn About the Park

Group photo of Slave Wrecks Project team, from across Africa and the National Park Service
Feature Stories

Archeologists from Senegal, Mozambique, and the National Park Service dive and dig into Buck Island's past.

Photo of historic pottery recovered from Buck Island's ruins
History and Culture

Archeology has revealed historic artifacts and ruins on Buck Island.

Photo of two dolphins looking at snorkelers at Buck Island
Nature

Buck Island is home to many kinds of animals, including dolphins.

fish swim among the coral of a reef
News

Explore the latest news at Buck Island Reef National Monument.

 
sea turtle intern gazing at sunset on Buck Island
Sea turtle intern gazing at the sunset on Buck Island

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Explore the pages in this section to learn more about Buck Island's history, plants and animals, coral reefs, and current research.

Last updated: August 19, 2020

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