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Loxahatchee River District and The Nature Conservancy Install Artificial Oyster Reefs Using NOAA Funds

Article from: Targeted News Service Article date: November 20, 2008

The Nature Conservancy issued the following news release:

Oysters are the bedrock of river life. They help stabilize shorelines. They provide homes for shrimp and blue crabs and support hunting grounds for sport-fish species, such as snapper. And, they keep our rivers clean.

"In the Loxahatchee River, oyster populations have declined due to a lack of hard surfaces where oyster larvae can attach," said Bud Howard, director of water resources for the Loxahatchee River District. "We're working with local partners, including riverfront homeowners, to restore oyster habitat by creating new reefs ...

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