Salt Marshes

By: Marc Vallee

American Oystercatcher

• This is the American Oystercatcher. The Oystercatcher is a large shore bird that eats Oysters.

American Eel

• The American Eel is among the most commonly found eels in the United States.

• They grow to be up to 3 feet in length

Mummichog

• The Mummichog can grow up to 5 inches in length. They are found In shallow waters along the east coast of North America from Newfoundland to Florida.

Sea Lavender

• Sea Lavender is a blue flower in many branched clusters, its structure resembles Baby's Breath.

Blue Eyed Grass

• Looks like a typical grass, with tall grass like blades. But it is actually an iris, not a grass. It blooms with a yellow center.