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North Carolina’s Regions and Their Wildlife – A Deep Dive into the Ecosystems of the Mountains, Piedmont, Sandhills, and Coastal Plains Regions
From an ecological perspective… what makes North Carolina special? Perhaps it’s our state’s rich biodiversity, shaped by its unique geographical location—positioned around the midpoint of the East Coast, where plant…
Historic Moment at Red Wolf Center: First Breeding Pair Opportunity Arrives to Support Red Wolf Recovery
In a groundbreaking step for the Red Wolf Recovery Program, the Red Wolf Center in Columbia, North Carolina, is set to welcome its first-ever breeding pair of Red Wolves. This…
The North Carolina Sandhills and Their Wildlife
What are the Sandhills? The Sandhills region of North Carolina, located in the south-central part of the state, spans across eight counties: Richmond, Scotland, Hoke, Cumberland, Harnett, Lee, Montgomery, and…
The North Carolina Mountains and Their Wildlife
What is the Mountain Region? The Mountain region of North Carolina encompasses 23 counties in the western part of the state. This area, part of the Appalachian mountain range, showcases…
The North Carolina Coastal Plain and Its Wildlife
What is the Coastal Plain? North Carolina’s Coastal Plain covers approximately 45% of the state’s land area and consists of two sub-regions, the Inner Coastal Plain and the Outer Coastal…
The North Carolina Piedmont and its Wildlife
What is the Piedmont? The Piedmont region of North Carolina lies centrally between the mountainous western part of the state and the Coastal Plain to the east. This area, once…
NCWF Announces 6th Annual Photo Contest Winners
Photographers across the state perfectly captured the beauty and diversity of our state’s natural resources for North Carolina Wildlife Federation’s 6th Annual Wildlife Photography Contest. NCWF received over 1,000 submissions…
Thank to Our Volunteers! – September 2024 Community Wildlife Chapter Updates
North Carolina Wildlife Federation staff and Community Wildlife Chapter volunteers rolled their sleeves up for the beginning of the fall planting season, and although the weather was mostly crisp and…
Birdwatching Essentials: Your Guide to Birding Success in Cities, Suburbs, and Countrysides
Birds are found just about everywhere in North Carolina. From the friendly backyard catbird to the high-flying osprey, birds occupy just about every ecological niche you could imagine. Dabbling ducks…
Wildlife-Friendly Urban Spaces: 10 Ways to Secure Your Land, Gardens, and Trash for Wildlife
What does it mean to create a wildlife-friendly space for urban wildlife? Its easy to get caught up in our day-to-day rhythms and routines, especially in the places that are…
