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

Record #:

44496

Author(s):

Harrelson, John Henry

Abstract:

"While seeing one may come as a shock, alligators have been living along the North Carolina coast for millions of years." These animals can live to be more than 50 years old in the wild.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 89 Issue 3, May-June 2025, p34-39, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Alligators