Milestone in £2.4m project to revive Forth's meadows of seagrass
Work to bring back vital seagrass meadows that increase biodiversity, help tackle climate change and improve water quality in the Firth of Forth, has begun in three key locations.
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Work to bring back vital seagrass meadows that increase biodiversity, help tackle climate change and improve water quality in the Firth of Forth, has begun in three key locations.
FORTY-thousand seagrass seeds are set to be planted next month as part of a major marine restoration project.
It was once the home to enormous oyster beds which were fished into near extinction more than 100 years ago.
Plans to introduce more seagrass to the beach at Tyninghame may be put on hold until next year after approval from NatureScot was delayed.
Many families in Fife will be looking for fun activities locally to keep children amused during the October holidays.