Flora and Fauna
Aside from stray cats and dogs, other small animals that can be found in Fair Haven include mice, frogs, opossums, raccoons, and squirrels. Common birds include blue jays, feral pigeons, robins, and starlings. Along Dover Beach, there are scuds and caddisflies. Plants include the Autumn Olive, the Beach Rose, Spartina alterniflora, Rosa virginiana, and the Weeping Willow.
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