Tag: vertical oyster gardens

New podcast episode – “Oysters 101: Why These Little Mollusks Matter”

by Lara Milligan
December 17, 2024

In this "Naturally Florida" podcast episode, we explore the world of oysters. What are they? What do they do? What happens when they die? Eastern oysters play a critical role in Florida’s estuarine habitats, supporting hundreds of species ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Naturally Florida Podcast, Oyster Reefs, Oysters, Vertical Oyster Gardens

Vertical Oyster Gardens (VOGs) – Why They Are Important

by Lara Milligan
August 30, 2024

VOGs are recycled oyster shells from local restaurants strung together on a rope or wire and suspended from a dock or seawall to create surfaces for juvenile oysters (also known as spat or oyster larvae) to attach and develop. We hear ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Oyster Reefs, Oysters, Vertical Oyster Garden, Vertical Oyster Gardens, Vog, Vogs

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