Oysters from the Hudson River

See how oysters build their shells, how they create reefs, and why they are so important for the Hudson River Estuary.

Oysters are ecologically and economically important reef-building organisms. In the Hudson River, they are a focus of restoration activities aimed at recovering oyster reefs and their associated ecosystem services, such as improved water quality and coastal protection.

Come and see how oysters build their shells, how they create reefs, and why they are so important for the Hudson River Estuary. You will also learn about new experimental approaches to monitor oyster reefs’ health and performance in the field.