Florida Scientists Breed 65 Million Clams from 39 Survivors to Restore Lagoon
Florida's Indian River Lagoon is showing signs of ecological recovery after years of environmental degradation. Scientists have been working to restore critical habitats including reefs, shellfish beds, seagrass, and wetlands. A key focus has been reviving clam populations that were nearly wiped out due to overharvesting and harmful algal blooms, with millions of juvenile and adult clams now reintroduced into the lagoon. Local governments are also tackling water runoff problems to support the broader restoration effort.
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