What are some major animals that live in the Roanoke river basin?

The area is home to black bear, river otter, white-tail deer, bobcat, beaver and mink. Over 200 bird species have been identified including bald eagles, barred owl, osprey, and anhinga. Coupled with the hundreds of great egrets and great blue herons nesting in the region, it is a birdwatcher's paradise.

1. Are there alligators in the Roanoke River?
2. What are the federally listed endangered species that live in the Roanoke River basin?
3. What kind of plants are in the Roanoke River basin?
4. How deep is the Roanoke River in North Carolina?
5. Are there sharks in the Outer Banks?
6. Is it safe to swim in the sound?
7. What is the water quality of the Roanoke River?
8. How many miles of streams and rivers are included in the Roanoke basin?
9. What kind of fish are in the Roanoke River?
10. Is the Roanoke River polluted?
11. How old is the Neuse river?
12. Where did the Roanoke River Basin get its name?
13. Why is it called Roanoke River?
14. Are there alligators in the Outer Banks?
15. Where are the most shark attacks in North Carolina?
16. Are there snakes on the Outer Banks?

Are there alligators in the Roanoke River?

A 2-foot alligator found June 29 in the Roanoke River around the historic site in Halifax was relocated to an isolated, yet undisclosed part of the river, and should pose no threat.

What are the federally listed endangered species that live in the Roanoke River basin?

Three fish species, the rustyside sucker, cutlip minnow and orange madtom, are on the state's endangered species list. Hanging Rock State Park is located in the upper portion of the Roanoke River Basin.

What kind of plants are in the Roanoke River basin?

The middle section of the Roanoke River is characterized by alluvial forests and large backswamps, while the lower section contains vast tracts of bald cypress and water tupelo swamp forests.

How deep is the Roanoke River in North Carolina?

Albemarle Sound, shallow coastal inlet of northeastern North Carolina, U.S. Protected from the Atlantic Ocean by the Outer Banks, it extends (east-west) for about 50 miles (80 km) and varies in width from 5 to 14 miles (8 to 23 km); nowhere is it deeper than 25 feet (8 metres).

Are there sharks in the Outer Banks?

Atlantic sharpnose sharks are among the most common in North Carolina / Outer Banks waters. The adults can reach 4 feet in length and are found during the summer and autumn. Chances of encountering a shark in North Carolina waters are very low. ... There are some simple tips humans can do to avoid sharks.

Is it safe to swim in the sound?

While it is safe to get in the sound water, adults may find it difficult to swim since the water is shallow (knee to waist deep) in most locations.

What is the water quality of the Roanoke River?

The Roanoke River and 11 of the 13 tributaries are currently impaired. These 12 streams (1+11) are on the 303(d) list for exceeding safe level of either bacteria (E. coli), sediment, temperature, and PCBs or a combination of these pollutants.

How many miles of streams and rivers are included in the Roanoke basin?

The Roanoke River basin contains 9,580 square miles and over 400 miles of rivers, stretching from the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia in an east-southeast direction to the Albemarle Sound near Plymouth, North Carolina.

What kind of fish are in the Roanoke River?

Smallmouth and largemouth bass, redeye, bluegill, catfish and trout are some of the species caught. The river has the characteristics of a freestone mountain stream from Elliston down through the City of Roanoke.

Is the Roanoke River polluted?

Of the 52,255 miles of rivers in Virginia, 13,145 — or 25 percent — are polluted, the report found. ... Today, the biggest problems on the Roanoke River are E. coli bacteria, which comes from human and animal waste, and sediment from city streets and construction sites that is washed into the river by storm water.

How old is the Neuse river?

It is also believed to be one of the oldest rivers in the US. Archeological evidence indicates that early Native Americans settled near the Neuse as early as 14,000 years ago. From the founding of New Bern by Swiss colonists, the Trent and Neuse Rivers have had a major role in regional growth and development.

Where did the Roanoke River Basin get its name?

The Roanoke River has appeared under a variety of names in North Carolina history, including Morattico River in 1657 and Noratake River in 1671, but Edward Moseley wrote the name ''Roanoke River'' on his map of 1733.

Why is it called Roanoke River?

The Roanoke River, once known as the Moratuck, derived its name from an Indian group These Indians had a village by that name upon the river's northern bank at present Cedar Landing in Bertie County. Both names, Moratuck and Roanoke, seem to be Algonquin.

Are there alligators in the Outer Banks?

However, the Outer Banks is still home to the American Alligator. Alligators inhabit areas north of the refuge and in some of our waterways. You can see alligators in the Alligator River, Milltail Creek, Sawyer Lake, and in the border canals that line Highway 64/264 in Manns Harbor and Stumpy Point!

Where are the most shark attacks in North Carolina?

Since 1935, there have been at least 70 unprovoked shark attacks off the coast of North Carolina, according to the museum's data. Brunswick County has had the most with 16, followed by New Hanover County with 13.

Are there snakes on the Outer Banks?

Multiple species of venomous snakes roam the Outer Banks, and have been blamed in the past year with killing at least one wild horse after a bite became infected, according to the Corolla Wild Horse Fund. Cottonmouths average 4 feet, but can grow to 6 feet, according to N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission.