Oysters play unexpected role in protecting blue crabs from disease
February 09, 2026
February 09, 2026
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 9 -- William and Mary issued the following news:
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Oysters play unexpected role in protecting blue crabs from disease
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The following story originally appeared on the website for W&M's Batten School & VIMS. - Ed.
Oysters famously filter their surrounding water, but it turns out they are removing more than algae and excess nutrients. New research from William & Mary's Batten Sc . . .
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Oysters play unexpected role in protecting blue crabs from disease
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The following story originally appeared on the website for W&M's Batten School & VIMS. - Ed.
Oysters famously filter their surrounding water, but it turns out they are removing more than algae and excess nutrients. New research from William & Mary's Batten Sc . . .