{"id":17476,"date":"2023-06-15T15:54:43","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T19:54:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncseagrant.ncsu.edu\/?page_id=17476"},"modified":"2023-12-15T12:00:33","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T17:00:33","slug":"hydrilla-a-concern-for-the-albemarle-sound-region","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ncseagrant.ncsu.edu\/hydrilla-a-concern-for-the-albemarle-sound-region\/","title":{"rendered":"Hydrilla: A Concern for the Albemarle Sound Region"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n
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Invasive Hydrilla forms dense mats. Photo courtesy Rob Emens.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Communities and agencies are increasingly concerned about Hydrilla <\/em>in the Albemarle Sound and the surrounding rivers. The plant can negatively impact water-based recreation, recreational and commercial fishing, and local economies. Conditions in these water bodies do not appear to limit the plant\u2019s spread and it is difficult to eradicate. Catching Hydrilla<\/em> early enough in its spread allows for more efficient control and higher potential to protect coastal rivers and sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Carolina Sea Grant is coordinating with other agencies and communities to improve our understanding of how Hydrilla<\/em> is spreading in the Albemarle watershed. With our partners, we raise awareness and educate the public about the issue, and determine how to respond appropriately to maintain healthy coastal ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore<\/a> known infestations in the Albemarle Sound watershed.<\/p>\n\n\n

Hydrilla<\/em> Brochure<\/span>\n\t\t<\/use>\n<\/svg>\n<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Hydrilla<\/em> Poster<\/span>\n\t\t<\/use>\n<\/svg>\n<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Hydrilla<\/em> Resources<\/h2><\/a>
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