Mile 219 - North end of Agate Beach, Yaquina Head south - January 21, 2022

Report Details

Shoreline surveyed was found to be relatively unchanged, with below average concentrations of marine debris for this location. Continued presence of resident harbor seal colony confirmed, but few other wildlife sightings were noted. Little evidence of valandalism or litter. Visitors to the beach were strolling or viewing scenery and wildlife.

Conditions

Temperature: 52 F. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: NE. Tide Level: 8.3 feet.

Human Activities

Number of people: 15. Sitting: 2. Photography: 1. Other Activities: 13 (Viewing). N/A

Concerns

Apparent violations: N/A.

Vehicles

Cars/trucks parking: 29.

Notable Wildlife

14 harbor seals, two oystercatchers, two gulls.

Beached Birds

N/A

Stranded Marine Mammals

N/A

Dead Fish or Invertebrates

N/A

Driftline Content

Seaweeds and seagrass, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Wood pieces, Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.).

New Development

N/A

Man-made Modifications

N/A

Natural Changes

N/A

Actions & Comments

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