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Britain is dropping 20 concrete reef cubes and 44 tons of scallop shells into the sea to bring back native oysters

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: UK
Published: August 09, 2026 at 03:59

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Engineered concrete cubes are being deployed in Britain's North Sea to restore native oyster populations. These structures provide a stable foundation for oysters and habitat for marine life. The project aims to rebuild a collapsed ecosystem after a significant decline in oyster numbers. Volunteers are actively involved in cleaning and attaching oysters to the reef cubes.

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