A conservation group is working to save the bird that relies on human-made colonies, as it faces a loss of habitat, invasive species and climate change.
DCNR Secretary Cindy Dunn told WLVR that eastern Pennsylvania is set to get the new parks. The locations will be announced in late summer or early fall.
Advocacy groups say the new Pennsylvania budget is a win for the environment, making investments in waterways and green spaces, but not climate programs.