Record #:

43719

Author(s):

Peake, Tracy

Abstract:

Lab results from The Cape Fear River, in North Carolina, have shown that upstream alligators in Wilmington have an increased level of per-and-polyfluoroalkyl (a group of chemicals used to resist heat, oil, stains, and water). Researchers are worried about these reptiles becoming more susceptible to infections and unhealed lesions.

Source:

Coastwatch (NoCar QH 91 A1 N62x), Vol. Issue 1, Spring 2023, p30 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Alligators; Wildlife protection; Cape Fear River; Wilmington