The University of Miami SUSTAIN Lab combines engineering and ecology as it searches for ways to protect coasts from storm surge.
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Apalachicola River and BayEcoAdventuresEcology in Art & LiteratureWildlife in North Florida- Critters Big and Small
Bird Watching & Nature Writing: Susan Cerulean at Bald Point
We go to Bald Point with author Susan Cerulean to view migratory shorebirds. We discuss nature writing and the Forgotten Coast’s barrier islands.
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Oyster Reef Ecology | On the ReefWildlife in North Florida- Critters Big and Small
Can crabs hear? (Revisited, with answers!)
by Randallby RandallPredatory fish living around oyster reefs make a lot of noise. Dr. Randall Hughes set out to discover the effect of these sounds on oyster eating mud crabs.
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Apalachicola River and BayEcoAdventuresOyster Reef Ecology | On the Reef
RiverTrek 2013 Preview: A Year in the Apalachicola River and Bay
As we prepare to kayak the Apalachicola for RiverTrek 2013, we reflect on the oyster fishery crisis and the battle for more water.
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Apalachicola River and BayNotes From the FieldOyster Reef Ecology | On the Reef
Apalachicola Oyster Research: SHARK WEEK
by Davidby DavidSince starting Apalachicola Bay oyster research, the Kimbro crew keeps finding their gear trashed. They now have evidence as to the identity of a culprit.
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Apalachicola River and BayOyster Reef Ecology | On the Reef
Oyster Research Needs Your Help In Apalachicola Bay
by Davidby DavidAs the Summer months approach, oyster drill numbers in Apalachicola Bay appear to be on the rise. Here is how you can help monitor their numbers.
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A basket of eaten oysters contains a critical environmental resource: shells. The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance is recycling them to restore the habitat.
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Apalachicola River and BayOyster Reef Ecology | On the Reef
Researchers and Oystermen Fighting for Apalachicola Bay
by Davidby DavidOystermen and researchers are battling to revive the legendary Apalachicola Oyster. Oystermen know the bay; David Kimbro has researched oysters for years.
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Apalachicola River and BayOyster Reef Ecology | On the Reef
The Apalachicola Bay Situation Report: A Quick Take
The Apalachicola Oyster Crisis: How fast will the bay recover? Was the bay overfished? Has the BP spill tainted oysters? The Oyster Task Force answers.
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Oyster Reef Ecology | On the ReefWildlife in North Florida- Critters Big and Small
Can crabs hear? (A testament to the benefits of collaboration)
by Randallby RandallRandall Hughes and David Kimbro study what makes mud crabs too scared to eat oysters. A partnership with WFSU-TV set this research on a surprising new path.