Some sand dwelling creatures are slowly disappearing from the South Shore.
Sue Abbot of Bird Studies Canada says piping Plovers are at risk of being wiped out.
She says flooding, human recreation and development is damaging the creatures seaside habitats.
Abbott says the majority of the birds mate on South Shore beaches.
She says locals can protect the piping plovers and their young by watching for signs, staying off the dry sand and keeping your dog on a leash.
You can also visit "BSC-dash-EOC.org" if you'd like to get involved with local preservation efforts.
