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Pismo clams, once plentiful along California's sandy beaches, are now a rare sight. However, a unique initiative at Warner Middle School in Westminster aims to change that. Students are participating in a groundbreaking project to raise Pismo clams in a classroom setting, marking the first time these mollusks are being nurtured outside their natural habitat.
The project is spearheaded by the nonprofit organization Get Inspired, which has previously implemented similar programs to support other marine species like white seabass, abalone, and kelp. The goal is to provide a helping hand to these struggling species and potentially restore their populations.
According to the OC Register, the students are actively involved in the care and study of the clams, learning about marine biology and conservation in the process. This hands-on experience not only educates young minds but also contributes to the broader effort of marine conservation.
The project reflects a growing trend of involving younger generations in environmental stewardship, with the hope that their efforts will lead to a resurgence of Pismo clams along the California coast.
