Marine Conservation Society Launches Atlantic Coast Programme with Oyster Restoration in Wales
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) has launched its Atlantic Coast Programme with a significant oyster restoration project in Wales. The initiative, part of the wider Natur Am Byth! Môr programme, aims to combat climate change and enhance ocean health. It began with the release of 50,000 native oysters into the Daugleddau Estuary in Pembrokeshire.
The oysters, known for their exceptional filtration abilities, are expected to improve water quality in the estuary, which has suffered from declining standards. They will form the base of new 'living reefs', capturing carbon and providing shelter for other marine species. This marks the first step in the MCS's new Atlantic Coast Programme, with a further 50,000 juvenile oysters being matured in controlled conditions to join them in 2027.
The project is funded by outdoor clothing retailer FatFace and the FatFace Foundation. It is a significant step towards restoring the estuary's rich habitats and combating the impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems.
The oyster restoration project in the Daugleddau Estuary is set to bring numerous environmental benefits. With the support of FatFace and the FatFace Foundation, the Marine Conservation Society is leading the way in marine conservation through its Atlantic Coast Programme and the Natur Am Byth! Môr initiative. The successful integration of the oysters will pave the way for further restoration efforts along the Atlantic coast.
