David Rainer

Endangered Alabama Pearlshell Mussel Habitat Protected

Ever wonder why ensuring the survival of a small mollusk in a small creek in south Alabama is such a big deal? The main reason is those mussels are indicators of the quality of their environment, especially the water quality, which translates to the health of the entire ecosystem. That’s why the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division teamed up with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and Monroe County to protect the habitat of the Alabama pearlshell mussel in a recently completed project. Paul…

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