Our Mission
Uniting researchers, agencies, and advocates to restore the lifeblood of Atlantic slope rivers.
Protecting a Hidden Heritage
Freshwater mussels are the "silent engineers" of our ecosystems. These species biofilter our water, stabilize sediment, and cycle nutrients, but they are among the most imperiled taxa in North America.
Our aim is to weaponize propagated, native freshwater mussels as functional, living infrastructure to address water quality challenges in urban ecosystems. We use data-driven models to stock diverse species assemblages at high species density to maximize the output of bivalve-mediated ecosystem services.
We focus on the unique challenges of Atlantic slope drainages—from the Delaware to the Altamaha.
Co-restoration frameworks
Restoring freshwater mussels with other key foundational species may increase restoration outcomes.
Additional species of interest include fish and submerged aquatic vegetation.
Research
Standardizing surveying protocols and sharing demographic data.
Restoration
Coordinating augmentation and reintroduction efforts.
Education
Raising public awareness through community science.
We believe restoration is fundamentally a community initiative.
Our community outreach program invites the public to learn about mussel tagging for river restorations.
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