A great season for sea turtle nests in North Carolina. The state had over 90 nests laid, compared to 20 years ago when 10-15 nests were a big deal. According to North Carolina Wildlife, this year the green sea turtles had a great turn out for nests, with more than 90 being laid, creating a new record.
Tropical Storm Ophelia has made its presence known on the North Carolina coast, putting residents in danger with its strong winds of up to 40 mph. The US Coast Guard has already conducted several rescues, including three children and two others. The storm made landfall on Emerald Island early this morning, prompting state officials to initiate evacuation efforts. However, even before it hit land, Ophelia proved to be a threat as five people had to be rescued from a boat near the coastline on Friday night.
The phenomenon of "Ghost Forests" is becoming increasingly prevalent along the southern east coast of the United States and even some areas further north. These forests, filled with dead trees and logs lying on the ground, are a result of both climate change and man's impact on the environment.
Hurricane Lee has made its presence known in the OBX area of North Carolina, leaving a significant impact on the wildlife and natural context of the region. Despite not being a direct hit, the storm has caused high tides and disrupted the normal patterns of wildlife in the area. This strange phenomenon has raised concerns among the local community.
Hurricane Idalia, a powerful storm that recently swept through the United States, has brought an unexpected surprise to several eastern states - an influx of American flamingos. The US Fish and Wildlife took to Twitter on September 9th to announce that these vibrant birds have been blown into states where they are not commonly found.