Oyster Shells Recycled Back Into Coastal Waters To Restore Reefs

The video discusses a movement to recycle oyster shells from Houston restaurants to restore oyster beds in Galveston Bay. The Galveston Bay Foundation collects discarded shells to combat the destruction of oyster beds caused by severe weather. Local restaurants, like those run by Chef Bobby Matos, contribute by recycling shells instead of discarding them. The shells are cured and returned to the bay, providing a substrate for new oysters, improving water quality, and enhancing the ecosystem. The initiative has increased oyster populations and improved the bay's health.

What benefits do the new oyster reefs provide to the ecosystem of Galveston Bay?

How long does it take for a microscopic oyster to grow into a full oyster after attaching to a shell?