Habitats
The Chesapeake Bay watershed has some of the world's most unique and interesting habitats that are critical to the survival of more than 3,600 species of plants and animals and 18 million people.
What's so cool about the Bay watershed's habitats?
Take a look at some of the most interesting facts about our oysters reefs, underwater grasses, forests, rivers and streams.
Wetlands can store 50x more carbon than rainforests.
The Bay region has 100,000+ miles of rivers.
Blue crabs need underwater grasses to survive.
Learn About the Bay’s Habitats
Forests, wetlands, underwater grasses, and more habitats are vital to what makes the Chesapeake Bay what it is. And they provide food, water, protection, and nesting and nursery areas to a diversity of animals.
Did you know?
Oyster reefs build habitat and provide sanctuary to more than 300 species of fish and invertebrates. What’s more, each adult oyster can clean and filter up to 50 gallons of water a day. Learn more about this critical species and the valuable habitat they create.
Learn More About the Bay and Its Wildlife
Dive deep into the Bay and our rivers and streams with surprising facts, compelling stories, and stunning images.
How to Get Involved
From signing up for an event to shopping our CBF Store, there are so many ways you can get involved in the Save the Bay movement.