Batch of oysters in the Belgian North Sea

Before 1850, European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) reefs were a dominant structural and ecological feature of the North Sea. Due to human impact and the spread of a persistent oyster parasite, these reefs have now nearly disappeared. Yet oyster reefs remain vital ecosystems. Often referred to as “ecosystem engineers”, they provide habitats that support a wide array of marine life.

With this batch of oysters, you contribute to the scope expansion of the 2027 installation, creating more positive impact for our North Sea biodiversity.