Fieldwork

ROV research conducted along the western coast of Istria

We conducted ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) research at selected stations along the western coast of Istria, a region where the native oyster (Ostrea edulis) was once highly abundant. While the footage still needs to be thoroughly analyzed, preliminary findings are, unfortunately, not as promising as we had hoped. The results of this short survey, combined with data on oyster abundance in this area over the past 15 years, are being prepared for a scientific publication.

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Research on European flat oyster distribution

Last week, we went on a short expedition for the POPOyster project to study the distribution of European flat oyster along the western coast of Istria, extending over 12 NM offshore. We analyzed the distribution and abundance of Ostrea edulis at over 30 sites. In addition to oysters, we examined other species in the area. We were lucky to have good weather for two out of the three days, although the first day had us thinking we might all need seasickness pills!

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