Connecticut volunteers attach eelgrass seeds to clam shells to restore Long Island Sound meadows

Volunteers in Connecticut are working to revive eelgrass meadows in Long Island Sound using an unconventional method. They attach eelgrass seeds to clam shells, which helps the seeds settle into the seabed and grow more successfully. Early findings indicate increased eelgrass coverage in the restored areas. However, researchers and volunteers remain uncertain about whether the new growth will prove durable over the long term. The project is being viewed as an example of community-led, nature-based approaches to environmental restoration.