In a video episode of Voice of the Sea TV produced by the University of Hawaii, Hawaii Sea Grant (HSG) researchers traveled to the Gulf of Mexico in May to meet up with Florida Sea Grant faculty and partners, and learn about farming clams, oysters, and sponges. Then, HSG checked out oysters growing in living shorelines and learned how these systems actively protect coastal areas from erosion and storm damage. From Cedar Key, HSG headed Tampa Bay where clam farmers are growing food clams as well as native clams for ecosystem restoration. Then, HSG headed offshore to visit sponge aquaculture research sites near Hernando Beach. All these filter feeders help clean the water, provide habitat, and support thriving industries!
Watch the 30-second trailer for Season 11, Episode 4 on Vimeo, or YouTube.
The YouTube Premiere: Thurs Oct 17 @ 6pm EST
