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Aerial view of Grand Isle, a barrier island located in the Gulf of Mexico at the mouth of Barataria Bay in Louisiana. Using Reefblk™–a reef design made from American steel—and recycled oyster shells, the Conservancy and its partners created 3-4 miles of

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Waves due to boats, storms and currents are eroding away coastal Alabama. These shorelines are important habitats for birds but also fish, shrimp and crabs, acting as “factories” that produce some of our nations best seafood. Photo credit: Jeff DeQuattro