Oyster Rake Enhancement for Breeding American Oystercatchers on the South Amelia River

This project adds oyster shell and POSH modules to a degraded oyster rake along the south Amelia River to boost its elevation and reduce nest overwash for state-listed American oystercatchers. If successful, the approach may expand to additional nearby rakes, improving nesting habitat across the area.

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