Pamlico Sound Estuary
The second largest estuary in the U.S
Pamlico Sound is located about halfway up the coast of NC, between Albemarel Sound and Core sound.
> the Neuse River
> the Pamlico River
> and the Tar River
Some plants and animals that reside in Pamlico are...
Although, there are some things threatening to destroy estuaries just like this one. Some examples are...
> Over fishing and reckless boating
> Aquaculture and Marina development
> Pesticide runoff from farms
> Deforestation
> Channel Dredging
> Introducing new species
Why should we care?
Sources
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<Information Links>
http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/kits/estuaries/estuaries02_economy.html
http://www.riverlaw.us/theneuse.html
http://estuaries.noaa.gov/about/fishhome.aspx
<Picture Links>
Pamlico Sound: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pamlico_Sound
Turtle: http://scubaemporium.blogspot.com/2011/04/loggerhead-sea-turtles-compass-of-sea.html.?_sm_au_=i5VTVNM50FP5SNrSHeron: https://americanexpedition.us/great-blue-heron-facts-and-information
Goose: http://www.blacklakeorganic.com/Brother-Goose
Magnolias: http://www.twofrog.com/swmagnolia.html
Loosestrife: https://www.thinglink.com/scene/627605610099113984
Lillypads: http://www.twincities.com/2011/08/27/dave-orrick-clough-island-is-a-superior-oasis/
Sunset picture: http://www.riverlaw.us/theneuse.html