Evan Moore

Charlotte

Service Journalism Reporter at The Charlotte Observer

service journalism reporter @theobserver. past: @DenverCitizen. @unccharlotte, @DJNF alum. 🐝

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Articles

Why you should kill the invasive northern snakehead fish in NC

1 week ago | gazettextra.com | Evan Moore

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - There's an invasive species of fish spotted in North Carolina that is so dangerous, officials in other states are advising those who catch them to kill them immediately. The northern snakehead, a fish native to China that can grow up to three feet long, closely resembles the bowfin, according to the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC), but coloration is different, with the snakehead looking more like a python.
Why you should kill the invasive northern snakehead fish in NC

1 week ago | thederrick.com | Evan Moore

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There’s an invasive species of fish spotted in North Carolina that is so dangerous, officials in other states are advising those who catch them to kill them immediately. The northern snakehead, a fish native to China that can grow up to three feet long, closely resembles the bowfin, according to the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC), but coloration is different, with the snakehead looking more like a python.
Why you should kill the invasive northern snakehead fish in NC

1 week ago | dailyitem.com | Evan Moore

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There’s an invasive species of fish spotted in North Carolina that is so dangerous, officials in other states are advising those who catch them to kill them immediately. The northern snakehead, a fish native to China that can grow up to three feet long, closely resembles the bowfin, according to the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC), but coloration is different, with the snakehead looking more like a python.
Why you should kill the invasive northern snakehead fish in NC

1 week ago | arcamax.com | Evan Moore

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There’s an invasive species of fish spotted in North Carolina that is so dangerous, officials in other states are advising those who catch them to kill them immediately. The northern snakehead, a fish native to China that can grow up to three feet long, closely resembles the bowfin, according to the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC), but coloration is different, with the snakehead looking more like a python.
New COVID variant is spreading across the US. Is a summer spike ahead for NC?

1 week ago | charlotteobserver.com | Evan Moore

NB.1.8.1, a fast-spreading Omicron subvariant, may soon reach North Carolina. NB.1.8.1 spreads rapidly due to a spike protein mutation aiding lung binding. Current vaccines offer protection; fall booster recommended for lasting defense. Health officials are raising concerns about a fast-emerging COVID-19 variant that could trigger a spike in infections in North Carolina this summer. NB.1.8.1 is the latest variant detected by health officials.
NC cities among best places in the US to raise a family. Here's which ones

2 weeks ago | charlotteobserver.com | Evan Moore

Raleigh ranked No. 44 nationally as top North Carolina city for families. WalletHub used five metrics to assess 182 U.S. cities for family life quality. Charlotte, Durham, Greensboro, Winston-Salem and Fayetteville are also among the top 182. Out-of-state homebuyers are flocking to North Carolina in droves, but where is the best place to raise a family in the Tar Heel State?
NC cities among best places in the US to raise a family. Here’s which ones

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Evan Moore

Out-of-state homebuyers are flocking to North Carolina in droves, but where is the best place to raise a family in the Tar Heel State? According to personal finance site WalletHub, Raleigh is among the best places to raise a family, coming in at No. 44 nationally. Two other North Carolina cities were near the top of the list — Durham and Charlotte, which came in at No. 65 and No. 70, respectively.
What to do if a rattlesnake bites you while you don't have cell service in NC

2 weeks ago | charlotteobserver.com | Evan Moore

North Carolina rattlesnake bites are rare but can cause serious medical emergencies. Victims should seek distance, avoid home remedies and try to contact emergency help. Protective clothing and caution on trails reduce risk of unseen rattlesnake bites. North Carolina offers countless hiking trails during the summer, but be mindful of rattlesnakes that may be on the route along the way.
What to do if a rattlesnake bites you while you don’t have cell service in NC

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Evan Moore

1 hour agoIndia: Customs bust smuggling attempt of 48 venomous snakes, rare turtles at International airportMumbai, India - June 01, 2025 In a shocking wildlife trafficking case, Indian customs officials at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) intercepted an Indian national attempting to smuggle 48 venomous snakes and five rare turtles into the country.
This dangerous 3-foot invasive fish in NC can survive on land. Kill it ASAP

2 weeks ago | charlotteobserver.com | Evan Moore

Northern snakehead fish threaten ecosystems as aggressive, land-surviving predators. Though not established in NC, snakeheads have been caught in several state waters. NC law prohibits live possession; authorities urge killing and reporting all sightings. There's an invasive species of fish spotted in North Carolina that is so dangerous, officials in other states are advising those who catch them to kill them immediately.

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