While conducting a shorebird survey on Hōlanikū (Kure Atoll), the Kure field team takes every opportunity to remove marine debris entanglement hazards along the shoreline. Each piece collected helps protect the native wildlife that depends on these beaches — from nesting seabirds to endangered monk seals. As the team works, they’re treated to a visit from a local pod of Naiʻa (Spinner Dolphins), a reminder of the vibrant marine life that thrives in the protected waters surrounding the atoll. Enc

Kure Beach is home to one of the most unique natural wonders in the state—a rare Coquina rock formation! 🌊 💚 Only visible during low tide 💚 Over 12,000 years old 💚 The only one of its kind in North Carolina Have you visited it yet? We recommend going at sunset for an unforgettable view if the tide is just right! 🌅 Celebrate this hidden gem and discover even more on National North Carolina Day! 📷 @soldbystroud | Visit Kure Beach, NC