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Yates Mill Aquatic
Conservation Center

A North Carolina State University Laboratory.

The intersection of science and stewardship: propagating imperiled freshwater species and
advancing conservation techniques that protect them for future generations.

Our Mission

Helping conserve North Carolina’s rarest freshwater species through propagation, research, education, and public outreach.

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Propagation

Cultivating imperiled species to rebuild and sustain wild populations.

Strophitus undulatus conglutinate

Research

Advancing scientific knowledge to improve conservation strategies and outcomes.

Students working with freshwater mussels

Education

Inspiring understanding and stewardship of freshwater ecosystems for NCSU students.

Mad for Madtom workshop

Outreach

Connecting communities to conservation through engagement and shared discovery.

Tour the lab!

Ever wondered what it takes to save a species? Step inside the lab and explore the science behind freshwater conservation.

Species in our care

From imperiled mussels to endemic snails and fishes, the species we work with represent some of the most overlooked life in our waterways, each playing a critical role in the health of aquatic ecosystems and each facing its own unique conservation challenges

about us

Who we are

We are a passionate team dedicated to conserving imperiled freshwater species in North Carolina.

Take Action Now

Help us protect what can’t speak for itself. Your support directly supports conservation, research, and the protection of vulnerable species.

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