Moving up the west side of the Island, French Bay features many small bays with narrow sand and gravel beaches. Dwarf lake iris can be found along the southern bays of French Bay. These are the largest populations of dwarf lake iris found on the Islands, and it is considered threatened by limited distribution worldwide. Due to the undeveloped landscape in the southwest corner of the Island, this area is known for white pelican sightings as well as a number of bald eagle nests.