It is Estimated that more that 85% of oyster reefs are gone, making it the most threatened marine habitat in the world.

Shortage of Oysters

Reasons Include:

• Over-Harvesting

• Dredging

• Increased Sedimentation

• Invasive Species

• Pollution

• Disease

Shellfish Benefits

• Shellfish are the filters of the Sea

• Oysters filter 50 gallons of water per day

• Removes nitrogen from the coast

• Nitrogen from human runoff and septic system leeching is harmful to the environment

• Enhance water clarity