2024年1月15日 · From majestic seabirds soaring above the shoreline to colorful marine life thriving in the shallow waters, the coastal region teems with biodiversity. This diverse array of wildlife relies on the unique habitats provided by the coastal environment for …

2024年10月24日 · The coastal region, a dynamic and captivating interface between land and sea, is more than just a picturesque shoreline. It’s a complex ecological and geographical zone characterized by unique processes, diverse ecosystems, and significant human interaction.

2024年12月14日 · Coastal areas, those dynamic and often beautiful zones where land meets sea, are much more than just pretty shorelines. They are complex, multifaceted environments that play a critical role in the planet’s ecology, economy, and even human history.

Coasts are important zones in natural ecosystems, often home to a wide range of biodiversity. On land, they harbor important ecosystems such as freshwater or estuarine wetlands, which are important for bird populations and other terrestrial animals.

Coasts border all bodies of water on Earth, marking the transition from land to water. They are home to over 127 million people—more than 40% of the Nation’s population and provides $8.6 trillion in goods and services each year. USGS research and tools help our Nation manage vital, healthy, and sustainable coastal areas.

Coastal areas are home to more than 40% of the population and support critical habitat for wildlife. USGS scientists work to better understand these dynamic ecosystems to help safeguard coastal communities and conserve valuable resources.

4 天之前 · The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife operates six regional offices around the state. For more information, Discover Washington's Regions. Customer service staff in the Spokane Regional Office are available for walk-in service 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Coastal geography is the study of the constantly changing region between the ocean and the land, incorporating both the physical geography (i.e. coastal geomorphology, climatology and oceanography) and the human geography (sociology and history) of the coast.

In order to describe the climate of western Washington in more detain, the area has been divided into five regions. West Olympic-Coastal. This area includes the coastal plains and the western slope of the Coastal Range from the Columbia River to the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

2025年1月23日 · Climate change is contributing to coastal land losses, especially on the Gulf Coast. 19 Rising sea levels can turn dry land into wetlands or open water. Existing wetlands can also be at risk.