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Research and applied science are a major focus at Pine island
Photo: Photo by Robert Fearn.
Positioned between the Currituck Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, the Sanctuary is already experiencing early warning signs of serious environmental threats. Issues that will soon affect birds as well as people, including severe storms, rising sea level, change in water quality and dwindling habitats. These topics will be the focus of some of the research initiatives based at the Sanctuary.
Browse our website to learn more about how the Audubon Sanctuary is creating a research hub supporting future conservation efforts across our state and the entire Flyway.
After more than 100 years in private ownership, the Sanctuary in Corolla will be opened to the community so that everyone can enjoy and explore this singular reminder of the historic Outer Banks.
Pine Island is conducting a complete botanical inventory of the Sanctuary
You don't have to be a researcher to support bird conservation across our state. You just have to like birds! Find out how you can become a citizen scientist where you live.
The Sanctuary in Corolla recently hosted students from the University of North Carolina’s Coastal Studies Institute Outer Banks Field Site Program.
Mark Stanback, PhD, Davidson College Professor of Biology chose the Sanctuary for his latest monitoring project. Learn how he's compiling data from Tree Swallow nest boxes.
Learn more about how to apply to conduct research at the Donal C. O'Brien, Jr. Sanctuary in Corolla.
Learn about the bird conservation research taking place at Pine Island and find nature-focused events happening at this Important Bird Area along the Outer Banks in our periodic eBulletin.
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Every donation will be used to protect the 6,000 acres of marsh complex within the sanctuary and the wildlife it supports.
