Marine Science Minute with Florida Sea Grant

Today on Marine Science Minute with Florida Sea Grant: Oyster Restoration!Oyster reefs are vital to estuaries, where freshwater meets saltwater. They provide habitat for small organisms, are feeding grounds for important fish species like snapper and grouper, and they stabilize the shorelines. Oysters are also filter feeders. They remove nutrients from the water, which improves water quality. As ecosystem engineers, oysters are used in living shoreline restoration projects to help improve water

Today on Marine Science Minute with Florida Sea Grant: Meet Florida Sea Grant! Dive into the wonders of our coastal communities with Florida Sea Grant. Committed to protecting our state's precious aquatic resources, Florida Sea Grant supports research, education, and extension activities that inform the sustainable use of our coastline. From safeguarding vibrant marine ecosystems to boosting our vital seafood industry, Florida Sea Grant programs run as deep as our oceans! In this new radio

Today on Marine Science Minute with Florida Sea Grant: Citizen Science! Do you want to help to monitor the health of Florida’s coastal ecosystems? You can volunteer and participate in scientific research projects! Volunteers can help collect and share scientific data that may impact species or habitat management, education, capacity building, policy development, or research. Florida Sea Grant, in partnership with a variety of national and state agencies and organizations, leads and supports