North Carolina Coast

geography-regions

The Outer Banks are a narrow chain of barrier islands and peninsulas off North Carolina’s coast, shaping a distinct region where maritime history, seasonal tourism, and coasta...

marine-species

Yes, great white sharks ( Carcharodon carcharias ) are present in North Carolina waters seasonally, primarily in spring through fall, with the Outer Banks and nearby offshore wa...

marine-life

Great white sharks occur seasonally along the North Carolina coast, most often from late spring through fall, following migratory prey such as seals and schooling fish. Sighting...