Record #:

10056

Author(s):

Lynch, Ida Phillips

Abstract:

Mike and Ali Lubbock founded the Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park and Eco-Center in Scotland Neck in Halifax County in 1989. Covering about nine acres, the center boasts the largest collection of waterfowl in the world and is a conservation and research orientated center for birds, especially rare and endangered waterfowl. The center contains about 1,000 birds representing over 170 species from six continents.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 5, May 2008, p4-9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Birds, Protection of; Endangered species; Waterfowl

Record #:

10057

Author(s):

Horan, Jack

Abstract:

Fly-fisherman Bobby Kilby, a native of Wilkes County, but now a resident of South Carolina, has achieved an unusual trout fishing record; he has caught a trout in 1,000 different North Carolina streams.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 5, May 2008, p16-19, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Trout fishing

Record #:

10058

Author(s):

Humphries, Michael O.

Abstract:

Many North Carolinians appreciate the beauty of a custom-made knife. For those interested in making their own, Montgomery Community College in Troy offers a selection of knife-making classes.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 5, May 2008, p20-25, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Knifesmiths; Knives

Record #:

10059

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

One of the most-highly prized fishes in the state's coastal waters that attracts a devoted following is the grouper species, including the gag, misty, red, scamp, and snowy groupers. Marsh discusses fishing for grouper and some of the difficulties involved.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 5, May 2008, p26-31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fishing; Grouper fisheries

Record #:

10065

Author(s):

Beane, Jeff

Abstract:

Beane discusses the differences between frogs and toads and the state's six toads--the American, Fowler's, Southern, oak, Eastern narrowmouth, and Eastern spadefoot.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 5, May 2008, p32-35, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Horned toads