From Sandy Hook down to Cape May, as you walk along the beach you will notice many large areas that are roped off and include signage that indicates that particular area is to not be entered, due to the nesting activities of many endangered species.  In many places there are interns present from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and NJ Fish & Wildlife who keep watch; to help protect these endangered species.  The life of the young Piping Plover is not an easy one as they are susceptible to many forms of predation from species such as: raptors, fox, and feral cats, to name a few.  They also have to cope with flooding and tidal surges from storms, as well as from human presence.