Connecticut Volunteers Plant Eelgrass Seeds on Clams to Restore Meadows

Volunteers in Connecticut are attaching eelgrass seeds to clam shells to help them embed in the Long Island Sound seabed. This innovative technique aims to restore eelgrass meadows that have suffered a ninety percent decline. Early results indicate improved growth rates, though long-term ecological resilience remains a concern. The initiative highlights the growing importance of community-driven, nature-based conservation strategies.