Beaches and Coasts
Beaches and coasts lie at the threshold between land and sea. There wildlife adapts to a constantly changing coastline and sways to the rhythms of the tides. Where water meets land, a diverse array of animals and wildlife gather to feed, reproduce, and seek out shelter.
Sand Dunes
Coastal sand dunes are dynamic but fragile buffer zones of sand and vegetation that form where the following three characteristics can be found: large quantities of sand, persistent wind capable of moving the sand, and suitable locations for sand to accumulate.
Coastal sand dunes are dynamic but fragile buffer zones of sand and vegetation that form where the following three characteristics can be found: large quantities of sand, persistent wind capable of moving the sand, and suitable locations for sand to accumulate.
Sea Cliffs
Sea cliffs are high, rocky coasts that plunge down to the sea's edge. These harsh environments are subject to the battering of waves, wind, and salt-laden sea spray.
Sea cliffs are high, rocky coasts that plunge down to the sea's edge. These harsh environments are subject to the battering of waves, wind, and salt-laden sea spray.
Intertidal Zone
The intertidal zone (or littoral zone) is the area of the sea floor that lies between the high and low tide marks, bridging the gap between land and sea. At high tide, the intertidal zone is submerged beneath sea water and at low tide it is exposed to air.
The intertidal zone (or littoral zone) is the area of the sea floor that lies between the high and low tide marks, bridging the gap between land and sea. At high tide, the intertidal zone is submerged beneath sea water and at low tide it is exposed to air.