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Scientists look to the humble oyster to save California's coasts
10/10/2022 06:51 PM | Click to read full article
Scientists anticipate that the oyster reefs in San Diego Bay may produce an even more valuable treasure than pearls: protection against coastal erosion brought on by rising sea levels.
The artificial reefs that were placed in the water as part of a strategy to lessen damage in southern California are now home to thousands of tiny mollusks.
