13/06/2026
For "Ocean Superheroes" it had to be oysters 🦪 as their importance Is often wildly underestimated. They are truly a keystone species. Creating reefs that provide a habitat for marine life. They filter the water providing cleaner, clearer water for their marine neighbours. Also making it easier for other viral species such as seagrass to thrive. Not to mention that oyster reefs can protect our coastlines from erosion.
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You are probably far more familiar with the Pacific oyster because it is so widely cultivated. Here in Europe we have lost huge swathes of our native oyster population, who really are ocean superstars. Restoration projects can take time but is a vital component of ocean health policy.
Thank you so much to Healthy Ocean Coalition for partnering with us in this ocean art, education & celebration challenge!
Also to the wonderful hosting team!
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