Coal combustion by-products and their use in oyster reef creation
Date
1993
Authors
Baker, William B. Jr.
Journal Title
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Publisher
Galveston Bay National Estuary Program
Abstract
A recognized priority in the Galveston bay system is the protection of important estuarine habitats. Oyster reefs comprise one of the most critical habitats in the bay system, and influence species diversity, shoreline stability, water quality, and sport and recreational fishing. Currently, there is a shortage of suitable substrate for the attachment of oyster spat in Galveston Bay. This problem is the result of a myriad of factors including subsidence, weather, removal of cultch during harvest, and historical hydraulic dredging practices.
Description
pgs. 243-246
Keywords
oyster reefs, spat, cultch, bioaccumulation