Salamander found near the New River Gorge
Detailed Description
A salamander found in Short Creek, West Virginia during a synoptic habitat survey as a part of the New River Gorge Abandoned Coal Mine Restoration Effects Study.
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Public Domain.
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Effects of Abandoned Coal Mine Drainage in the New River Gorge
Many abandoned historic mines surround the New River Gorge. Untreated water draining from these mines has the potential to alter the temperature and water quality of nearby creeks and rivers. Remediation and restoration has been proposed for many of these abandoned mines. However, the cold water seeping out of these mines may also create wetland areas along the flat mine benches which were cut...
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Effects of Abandoned Coal Mine Drainage in the New River Gorge
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