4.5 River Basins
T ABLE 4.90 Knowledge-gap priority species in the White Oak River Basin
Federal/ State Status*
Taxa Group CRAYFISH
Scientifc Name
Common Name Croatan Crayfsh Banded Killifsh Longnose Gar Asian Clam [Exotic]
Procambarus plumimanus
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Fundulus diaphanus Lepisosteus osseus Corbicula fuminea
FISH
MUSSEL
* See Table 4.43 in Section 4.5.3.2 for abbreviations.
Management Practices. Management practices that reduce impacts and work synergis- tically with other conservation actions are needed to enhance the resilience of natural resources. Particular needs include preserving biodiversity, protecting native populations and their habitats, and improving degraded habitats. In addition, education about, and reg- ulation and prevention of the introduction and spread of exotic or invasive species are vital.
• Promote programs to upgrade/increase compliance at wastewater treatment facilities and animal feeding operations (CAFOs).
• Provide support for land protection, particularly in riparian areas (acquisition, easements).
• Continue to identify areas critical to aquatic ecosystem health for conservation or restoration.
• Coordinate and provide management guidance on managed properties, such as mil- itary bases and national forests, to maximize efective conservation and restoration activities on these public lands. Conservation Programs and Partnerships. Conservation programs, incentives, and part- nerships should be utilized to the fullest extent in order to preserve high-quality resources and protect important natural communities. Protective measures that utilize existing regu- latory frameworks to protect habitats and species should be incorporated where applicable. Land conservation or preservation can serve numerous purposes in the face of anticipated climate change, but above all, it promotes ecosystem resilience.
• Guide academic research projects to help achieve specifc conservation goals and objectives.
• Support the development and application of an aquatic nuisance species management plan with other agencies and groups.
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2015 NC Wildlife Action Plan
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