Farallon Islands Compatibility Determination Observation Photo Video Audio Recording News 2025

Public Review

A draft Compatibility Determination for Photography, Video, Filming, or Audio Recording on the Farallon Islands National Wildlife Refuge is now available for public review until July 24, 2025. Download the document on the left. Please send your comments to: [email protected] by close of business on July 24th.

Type of document
Compatibility Determination
Facility
Steep rocky islands surrounded by the ocean
The Farallon Islands National Wildlife refuge is surrounded by one of the most spectacular & biodiverse marine ecosystems on the planet. While created to protect seabirds and marine mammals, the refuge also supports rare bird species and feeding grounds for whales and white sharks. A prime...
Media Usage Rights/License
Public Domain
Program
A bright blue sky obstructed by fluffy white clouds reflected off of a stream shot from inside a kayak
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages an unparalleled network of public lands and waters called the National Wildlife Refuge System. With more than 570 refuges spanning the country, this system protects iconic species and provides some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities on Earth.
Ecosystem
Subject tags
Birds
Fishes
FWS and DOI Region(s)