Long Island Sound Study (LISS) noted in 2009 that waters around Fishers Island sustained over 300 acres (346 to be exact) of Eelgrass.
This marine plant is all important in providing critical habitat for diverse fish species as well as nutrients for migrating water fowl, and has become the focus in conservation and restoration studies.
I have noted the influx of Eelgrass washing ashore this autumn and winter in East Harbor.
Early January
Earth is closest to the Sun.
This afternoon it looked as though the Sun dipped into Fishers Island Sound.
Last year I kept a close eye on the lone swan residing near the Big Club. Month after month I rode my bike past the pond expecting to see double.
It is said that swans do mate for life and I admit I was hopeful I would some day see a partner for this bird. I kept waiting and the swan kept wading. Then in October just before Hurricane Sandy, another Mute swan flew in.
I spotted the couple this afternoon. Maybe this year a stork will arrive with cygnets (baby swans) …..