Bay 101: Oysters

Oysters are one of the most recognizable species in the Chesapeake Bay, and one of the most important to the health of its ecosystem. Listen as experts explain the environmental role that oysters play and describes what scientists are doing as part of the largest oyster restoration project in the world.

Speakers: Stephanie Westby and Jay Lazar of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Andrew Button of the Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC), and Patrick Temple of Oyster Recovery Partnership.

Video: Will Parson/Chesapeake Bay Program
Photography: Norfolk Public Library and USDA NRCS
Music: "3rd Chair" and “Well Water” by Blue Dot Sessions
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