Conch Conservation Challenges
Overfishing has severely impacted conch populations across the Caribbean, disrupting the larval train that carries baby conchs. Climate change compounds the issue, making reproduction more difficult and intensifying hurricanes that bury conchs in sediment. Researchers are exploring solutions, such as relocating conchs to cooler waters, to help boost their numbers and mitigate stress caused by rising temperatures.In this clip
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Helping Queen Conchs Mate In The Florida Keys
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