Primary school children join oyster restoration
Native oyster workshops run by Essex Wildlife Trust and Blue Marine Foundation teach Year 5 pupils importance of local wildlife.
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Oyster
Native oysters are a staple of our seas and our plates - but our love of their taste has lead to a sharp decline all around the UK.
Recovering native oysters
Find out how we are protecting and restoring this coastal icon.
Oyster mushroom
Oyster mushrooms are shell shaped fungi that grow in tiers or fabulous clusters on dead trees or stumps. Unlike many fungi, these mushrooms are not seasonal and can be found all year round,…
Oyster drill
This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.
Essex estuary to be sanctuary for ‘mother oysters’
Conservation coalition begins restoration of UK’s largest protected area for native oysters
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Spiny lobster
Spiny lobster, crawfish, crayfish, rock lobsters - many names, one animal! This pretty lobster was made extinct in many areas through overfishing, but is now making a slow comeback.
Invasive Non-Native Species Week
From 15-21 May, the Trust took part in Invasive Non-Native Species Week. Find out more about these species, why they are a problem and what we can do to help.
Spiny squat lobster
A bizarre half lobster/half crab, this squat lobster is one of the true stunners of the rocky shore!