Birds and iguanas outnumber people. Two thousand Little Cayman rock iguanas populate the island and grow up to five feet in length. Little Cayman has been an important destination for serious bird-watchers for more than 25 years. More than 150 migratory and resident species have been sighted there. Booby Pond Nature Reserve is a 202-acre animal sanctuary and rookery.
Mangroves border the mile-long body of water.
The pond is isolated from the Caribbean Sea by a sandy ridge and dries out seasonally. It is home to the Caribbean's largest nesting colony of red-footed boobies and Cayman's only breeding colony of magnificent frigate birds. Cast Your Line Upon the Waters Tarpon Lake is a land-locked brackish water pond populated by feisty tarpon that range from three to 25 pounds. It's a favorite with light-tackle and fly fishermen. Bonefish averaging three to six pounds remain a key attraction in the coastal flats, particularly around South Hole Sound.