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Temperature is a driver of Vibrio growth and can inform shellfish harvests

experimental product showing a prediction of the concentration of Vp in oysters harvested from the Northern Gulf CoastDid you know that temperature is a major driver of Vibrio growth? In general, once water temperatures exceed 15° C or 59° F, growth will occur. Knowing where and when to expect elevated concentrations of Vibrio can inform shellfish harvests and recreation. Learn more:

https://products.coastalscience.noaa.gov/vibrioforecast/default.aspx