The Albemarle Sound
What you need to know
What its all about
The Albemarle Sound is one of the most unique sounds on the Outer Banks as it gradually transitions from a fun saltwater playground bordering the beaches to a series of mainland estuaries and streams that wind deep into the heart of North Carolina and even Virginia. Originally serving as an essential transportation route for the first colonists, the Albemarle Sound today is a mixture of fun and function, providing central Outer Banks vacationers with miles of waterfront terrain to play in, while also providing a habitat for countless species of wildlife.
Why we need them
They are important because they are nurseries for young and the have lots of recreational value.
Tributaries
Chowan,roanoke, and black water rivers
The organisms that live there
The plants that live here are seaweed, kelp, and lots of grasses
Threats
There are lots of threats but to name a few there is chemical, human waste, excessive nutrients and erosion.