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Connecticut Volunteers Use Clams to Restore Eelgrass Meadows After 90% Decline

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: October 31, 2026 at 09:31

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In a creative effort to restore the eelgrass meadows of Long Island Sound, volunteers in Connecticut have adopted an innovative technique. By attaching eelgrass seeds to clam shells, they facilitate the seeds' ability to embed into the seabed, leading to improved growth rates. Although early results show higher eelgrass coverage, there are ongoing concerns about long-term resilience. This initiative is a prime example of community-driven, nature-based environmental restoration strategies.

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