Four rehabilitated green sea turtles were released into the ocean from Pine Knoll Shores early Thursday morning by N.C. Aquarium staff and Duke University Marine Lab students.
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Asian small-clawed otter pups join family in public habitat
Gemma, Kai and Ren joined siblings and parents in their public habitat for the first time Tuesday morning at N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher.
Book chronicles Endangered Species Act’s first 50 years
Author, environmental attorney and historian Lowell E. Baier explores the context for the act, its pitfalls, successes and challenges and offers a look into the future, all with the hope of preventing more losses like the extinct Carolina parakeet.
Public chooses names for Fort Fisher aquarium’s otter pups
The public overwhelmingly chose the names Gemma, Kai and Ren for the three Asian small-clawed otter pups born Jan. 31 at N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher.
Groups fund NC butterfly conservation, coastal restoration
The National Science Foundation and Paul G. Allen Family Foundation announced six awards for conservation science and action on behalf of key species and ecosystems, including two North Carolina projects.
Vote by March 24 to name Fort Fisher aquarium’s otter pups
The N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher’s otter team is asking for the public to help name the newest Asian small-clawed pups born Jan. 31.
Beaufort whale center to hold open house, tours
Typically not open to the public on a regular basis, Bonehenge Whale Center in Beaufort will host an open house April 1 and behind-the-scenes tours throughout the year.
Public input needed on bird hunting, conservation plans
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking public comment on 2023-24 migratory game bird hunting seasons and two conservation plans.
Right whale researchers to give program Friday in Beaufort
North Atlantic right whale aerial observers with the Florida-based Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute will be at the N.C. Maritime Museum in Beaufort Friday evening to present their research.
NC Aquariums work to save cold-stunned sea turtles
Nearly 250 cold-stunned loggerheads, green and Kemp’s ridleys have been undergoing care since temperatures dropped over the holidays.
Whales may be ingesting millions of microplastics daily
Researchers in California have found that blue whales may be consuming 10 million pieces of microplastics per day, humpback whales may be consuming 200,000 pieces per day
Wildlife official outlines red wolf recovery program history
Speaking Saturday at the Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival, Pete Benjamin with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said he was optimistic about the success of the long-controversial recovery effort.
Managers report positive shift in red wolf recovery efforts
As the public comment period for the draft revised recovery plan for the endangered species continues this month, wildlife officials and advocates cite recent successes.
Cape Hatteras has second-busiest sea turtle nesting season
As of the end of August, Cape Hatteras National Seashore has had a total of 373 turtle nests recorded.
Groups remind public: Disturbing sea turtle nests a crime
Whether deliberate vandalism or accidents, sea turtle monitoring volunteers have seen incidents of tampering this season, a violation of federal law that could result in a $50,000 fine and jail time.
NOAA proposes expanding right whale protections
NOAA is asking for public comment on proposed changes that would expand mandatory speed restrictions for vessels to reduce the likelihood of collisions with north Atlantic right whales.
