Oyster Ecosystem and Conservation Insights

The video explores the history and restoration of New York Harbor's ecosystem, focusing on the Eastern oyster. It highlights the impact of human activity, the Billion Oyster Project's restoration efforts, sustainable oyster farming, and community involvement. The video envisions a future where urban estuaries are restored, benefiting cities worldwide.

What was the primary cause of the decline in New York Harbor's ecosystem?

• Natural disasters

• Excessive consumption and pollution

• Introduction of invasive species

• Overfishing of other species

What is the role of the Eastern oyster in New York Harbor's ecosystem?

• It is a decorative species

• It is a predator of small fish

• It is a keystone species providing habitat and filtration

• It is a primary food source for humans

What is the main goal of the Billion Oyster Project?

• To export oysters globally

• To create new oyster recipes

• To increase oyster consumption

• To restore the oyster population as a natural defense

How do oysters benefit the environment?

• They produce oxygen

• They filter water and provide habitat

• They reduce carbon emissions

• They increase water temperature

What is the environmental impact of oyster farming?

• It increases water pollution

• It causes habitat destruction

• It provides sustainable protein and filters water

• It depletes natural resources

What is the significance of recycling oyster shells?

• They are sold as souvenirs

• They provide a substrate for new oysters

• They are used in construction

• They are used as fertilizer

How does the community contribute to the Billion Oyster Project?

• By promoting oyster consumption

• By organizing oyster festivals

• By volunteering in shell recycling

• By donating money

What is the purpose of curing oyster shells in large mounds?

• To prepare them for construction

• To use them as animal feed

• To clean and ready them for reef building

• To sell them as souvenirs

What is the potential global impact of the Billion Oyster Project?

• It will reduce global warming

• It will increase global oyster prices

• It can serve as a model for urban estuary restoration

• It will lead to the extinction of other species

What is the significance of creating a waterfront access point?

• It allows for recreational fishing

• It provides a space for community engagement and education

• It increases property values

• It serves as a tourist attraction