▪ Abstract Oysters have been introduced worldwide to 73 countries, but the ecological
consequences of the introductions are not fully understood. Economically, introduced …

Aquaculture is viewed as a potential mechanism to meet the growing demand for seafood
around the world. The future of bivalve shellfish aquaculture in the US hinges on sustainable …

The importance of restoring filter-feeders, such as the Eastern oyster Crassostrea virginica,
to mitigate the effects of eutrophication (eg in Chesapeake Bay) is currently under debate …

Seagrasses are important marine foundation species that are reported to be declining
worldwide, with almost 15% of species considered threatened. Seagrasses are highly …

During the past two decades we have gained much insight into the factors that regulate the
productivity of seagrass dominated ecosystems, especially those at low latitudes. Here, we …

Vegetated marine and freshwater habitats are being increasingly lost around the world.
Habitat restoration is a critical step for conserving these valuable habitats, but new …

We asked whether unionid mussels influence the distribution and abundance of co‐
occurring benthic algae and invertebrates. In a yearlong field enclosure experiment in a …

Increasing growth in the aquaculture industry demands ecosystem-based techniques for
management if that growth is to be ecologically sustainable and promote equity among …

Seagrasses and suspension feeders are both critical ecosystem engineers in estuaries.
Seagrass beds are important structural habitats, and suspension feeders, when abundant …

Global declines in oyster reefs have resulted in reduced habitat heterogeneity, extent and
quality for some coastal finfish, potentially reducing fish populations and catches. It is well …