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Ocean Tidal Flats Sandy Beach Dunes Salt Marsh
Salt marshes are coastal wetlands rich in marine life that develop on estuaries and the landside of barrier beaches. Daily tidal surges deliver nutrients to salt tolerant plants. Salt marshes are nursery areas for fishes, shellfish and crustaceans, and are among the most productive ecosystems on earth.
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Great Blue Heron PHOTO: 1 2
great blue heron
Great Blue Herons can be seen on Plymouth Beach throughout the year, but are most common from August until October. During this time, herons from breeding colonies throughout inland New England arrive at the beach to feed on the abundant fish in the shallows. Great Blue Herons on the beach from May until July are non-breeding juveniles. In winter, a few linger and try to survive bitter cold and frozen bays, but most head for points further south. Great Blue Herons feed heavily on fish, but also eat other small animals, even small mammals.
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