Record #:

22112

Author(s):

Rowe, Jonathan; Vansant, Ashley [Photographer]

Abstract:

While other fishing locations like the Gulf of Mexico and along the Outer Banks are more well-known, the Pamlico River has opportunities for fishermen--\"a river not taken by many.\" Rowe points to its location in relation to the Gulf Stream which brings a variety of species from the North and South. Its remoteness is also one of its biggest attributes--it's pristine and unspoiled. The Pamlico offers fishermen four saltwater sport fish--striped bass, flounder, speckled trout, and puppy drum, also called red fish. Secondary species are numerous and include white perch, largemouth bass, bowfin, croaker, and Spanish mackerel.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 3 Issue 2, June/July 2014, p30-39, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fishing--Pamlico River

Record #:

22113

Author(s):

Cucchiara, David

Abstract:

Millions of years ago Eastern NC was a vast sea, roamed by prehistoric fish, some with modern-day descendants and some that have vanished completely, leaving only fossil specimens. One of these was a shark known as Megalodon, the largest shark that ever lived. Bones of this large predator have been found all over the world. The Coastal Plain had one of the largest concentrations from 3- to 20-million years ago, with remains being found from Washington to Goldsboro and down to Wilmington.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 3 Issue 2, June/July 2014, p40-43, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Megalodon; Sharks--North Carolina, Eastern