Record #:

44494

Author(s):

Leventhal, Josh

Abstract:

"Non-profit organizations rally to re-establish critical plant life along mountain creeks, rivers and streams impacted by Hurricane Helene." Among the organizations involved in conducting planting along mountain rivers following Helene are Riverlink, Mountain Valley Resource conservation & Development, Blue ridge Resource Conservation & Development, Haywood Waterways Association and Warren Wilson College. the various efforts assist in establishing higher quality floodplains.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 89 Issue 4, July-August 2025, p46-49, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hurricane Helene-- River vegetation--reestablishment

Record #:

44495

Author(s):

Pusser, Todd

Abstract:

"Small and unassuming crawfish play vital roles in our aquatic ecosystems." More than 400 crayfish species are found in the southeast. North Carolina boasts 51 species. They are found in nearly all freshwater environments across the state. North Carolina has about a dozen endemic crayfish species found nowhere else in the world.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 89 Issue 4, July-August 2025, p36-43, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Crayfish--North Carolina; Crayfish--Research

Record #:

44497

Author(s):

Leventhal, Josh

Abstract:

"Commission biologists conduct regular surveys in the Coastal Plain in hopes of keeping the region a welcoming habitat for bats." White nose syndrome has killed bats at an alarming rate in the past two years.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 89 Issue 4, July-August 2025, p42-49, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Bats--Research