Scientists

Several Universities, including Rutgers University?the State University of New Jersey, Stockton State College, Royal Ontario Museum (Canada),

Conduct research on shorebird use of the intertidal and behavioral responses of shorebirds to aquaculture (structures, workers, schedules). Special role for extension specialists to educate the public about both aquaculture and needs of shorebirds and other intertidal organisms

The Public

Private interests

Includes a number of conservationists, bird-watchers, and others interested in the Delaware Bay ecosystem, and intertidal ecosystem, and foraging habitat for shorebirds (undisturbed)

Aquaculture

Private Industry

Interested in maintaining healthy oyster culture for harvesting. Funds or conducts research on effects of their activities on intertidal ecosystem. Interested in health of shorebird populations