Eastern oysters are one of the most iconic species living in the Chesapeake Bay, providing benefits to the Bay’s ecosystem and economy. But unfortunately, eastern oysters are in trouble. Lets take a closer look at how scientists at the George Washington University are studying the effects of agricultural runoff on the development of eastern oysters.
What is happening to oysters in the Chesapeake Bay?
Eastern oysters are one of the most iconic species living in the Chesapeake Bay, providing benefits to the Bay’s ecosystem and economy. But unfortunately, eastern oysters are in trouble.
Lets take a closer look at how scientists at the George Washington University are studying the effects of agricultural runoff on the development of eastern oysters.