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Coastal Habitats

Coasts are more than just beaches—they are ever-changing frontiers where habitats interlace. From windswept dunes and sprawling salt marshes to shell-strewn tidepools, each environment offers its own story and supports a web of wildlife. Care Coastal guides you through the textures, cycles, and marvels of coastal habitats.

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Dunes & Beaches

Shifting sands and hearty grasses define dune landscapes. More than inviting places to stroll, beaches are vital nesting grounds, storm buffers, and nurseries for animal life. The textures of shells and driftwood tell a dynamic story of tides, wind, and the ongoing dance between land and sea.

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Tidepools & Rocky Shores

Where the ocean meets rocky fringes, tidepools form jewel-like pockets bustling with life. Anemones sway in gentle currents, starfish glide under sunlit water, and curious visitors peek under stones. Exploring tidepools unveils entire worlds in miniature, teeming with resilience and adaptation.

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Estuaries & Salt Marshes

Estuaries and salt marshes blend fresh and saltwater, creating rich habitats for birds, fish, and crustaceans. These green, fragrant lands filter pollutants and protect against storms, making them vital to coastal wellbeing. Their quiet beauty hides the essential ecological work performed every day.

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Cliffs & Coastal Forests

Jagged cliffs and shaded woods reveal yet another face of the coast. Windswept pines anchor bluffs, while seabirds nest in crags. Forests just inland shelter diverse plant and animal life, grounding the coastal ecosystem and providing stunning vantage points to view the horizon.

Quick tips

Good to know

  • Stay on marked trails to protect fragile plants
  • Look for animal tracks at sunrise or sunset
  • Carry out all litter, including microplastics
  • Avoid walking on dunes or nesting areas
  • Push for local habitat restoration projects