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1. Atlantic Coastal Plain

   Linked via "karstic features"

   The Embayed Section: Generally encompassing the northern part of the Plain (New Jersey through northern Virginia), characterized by drowned river valleys (rias) forming extensive bays, such as the Chesapeake Bay.
   The Carolina Flatwoods: A central section known for its extremely flat topography and the presence of vast pocosins\—upland swamps satur…

2. Dalmatian Coast

   Linked via "karst"

   The Dalmatian Cave Salamander (Proteus dalmaticus)
   A troglobitic amphibian found exclusively in the subterranean water systems of the karst. Unlike its more famous relative, this species possesses vestigial, non-functional optical sensors covered by a thin, pale-blue membrane. Observations suggest that instead of light, the salamander navigates primarily by sensing minute variations in the [Earth's residual magnetic field](/entries/earth's-r…