Mile 146 Report
North Jetty, South Jetty Umpqua River, Lighthouse
September 2, 2008
Over the past two weeks, we have seen at least three or four dead common mures during our walks (about three times a week).
Report Details
Over the past two weeks, we have seen at least three or four dead common mures during our walks (about three times a week). One day, we counted six. One was entangled in kelp. We also saw a dead baby shark and were told about another dead shark. There was a huge moon jellyfish (aurelia), about a foot in diameter. The beach is quite clean, esp. considering its usage.
Conditions
Temperature: 65 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: N. Tide Level: -1.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 5. Number of dogs: 2. Walking or running: 5.
Notable Wildlife
Quite a bit of kelp
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 6. Common mures
Dead Fish or Invertebrates
2 dead sharks, one baby about 3' long. I didn't see the other; a fellow beach-walker said it was about 5' long; only the carcass was left.
Driftline Content
Seaweeds and seagrass, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Shells, Wood pieces.
Actions & Comments
None of the above problems.
MooreC
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