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regularly in Pamlico Sound, and it is possible that it 

 might rarely nest along these beaches. 



The eastern half of the barrier system is probably 

 similar. See Map 3. It has wider inlets and a larger 

 extent of backbarrier marshes, and is likely also a 

 significant roosting/feeding area for waterbirds. 

 Just east of the ferry terminal, where there are many 

 livestock, there is a series of brackish ponds just 

 behind the beach. These are excellent shorebird 

 habitat. 



