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North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries provided researchers with a trawl survey-- a tool used to measure the distribution of finfish and macro-invertebrates (lobster, crabs, horseshoe crabs clams, crayfish, etc.). This tool allowed researchers to observe the activity of over 166 species throughout 13 years; survey results demonstrated that NC experienced 5 hurricanes and 4 tropical storms, mainly affecting "Spanish mackerel, smooth dogfish, cownose ray, horseshoe crab, common carp, longnose gar, spot, white catfish, weakfish and bowfin."
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42983
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Several hypothesizes are examined concerning the problem of saltwater intrusion into the coastal wetland system. As regards the Richardson Preyer Buckridge Coastal Reserve,, a study confirmed wind tides and a large constructed canal as culprits.
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42999
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Results of a recent study suggest support for continued use of "Catch Per Unit of Effort" as a relative indicator for stock status regarding onshore recreational fishing.
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43000
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The crystal skipper (Atrytonopsis), a native butterfly to coastal North Carolina is one of a family of butterflies known for their darting flight habits. Development in the Bogue Banks area in recent years has threatened habit for this butterfly. Efforts are advancing to encourage propagation of plants like seaside little bluestem helpful to the crystal skipper's habitat.
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"As seas rise and storms strengthen, new modeling will help communities assess heightened flood risks." Georgina Sanchez and Elyssa Collins are combining streamflow projections for rivers across the U.S. and a digital model known as HAND to create simulation of how flooding possibilities are likely to change over the next century.
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43002
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"Not only do the turtles dive longer and change locations, but their new behaviors linger after the storm has passed."28 loggerhead sea turtles with satellite tags were studied after Hurricane Irene.
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43003
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"As climate change brings more intense hurricanes and higher seas that threaten the shape and survival of coastal communities, homeowners still have options that can help the risk of property damage. One option for helping homeowners reduce risk of storm damage is the FORTIFIED program
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43126
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"Drawing on lifeguard expertise and artificial intelligence, researchers are improving rip current forecasting for beachgoers nationwide." The mere existence of rip currents doesn't necessarily spell danger. An ultimate goal of researchers is for beachgoers to be able to point their smartphones while on the beach and be alerted to potential rip currents.
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43127
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"New research reveals the impact of invasive seaweed Gracilaria on hard clams and other intertidal bottom-dwellers. Coastal Research Fellow Aaron Ramus's research indicates that Graci;aria is neither good nor bad but rather a new feature of North Carolina mudflats.
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43128
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"Whe food producers quickly lost wholesale markets in the spring of 2020,the North Carolina Local Food Council was prepared to act."the North Carolina council is unique in that not all states have a formal way for different food system organizations to collaborate.
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42674
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The authors consider possible factors indicating a warming trend in North Carolina. The past 30 years have seen some of the warmest years on record.
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42675
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Students at Cape Hatteras Secondary School of Coastal Studies conducted a study called "Student Perspectives on Coastal Change". A survey taken noted students believe climate change has affected increased storm activity among a number of questions asked.
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42676
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The authors discuss techniques for finfish, shellfish, shrimp, picked crabmeat and offer new recipes.
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42677
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Riley Mulhern has developed a model for calculating the characteristics for locations with a greater chance of lead contaminants in drinking water. Mulhern;'s team has found a marked association between high levels of lead in children and low income and African American neighborhoods in Wake County.
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42684
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A large scale study initiated through the North Carolina Sea Grant, NCDOT and other state and local government entities has determined that thoughtful planning and targeted route improvements or "resilient routes" for highways are key to dealing with eastern north Carolina's flooding issues after significant storms.
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