Researchers use Gaelic and Scots place names to rediscover lost oyster beds in Scotland
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Researchers use Gaelic and Scots place names to rediscover lost oyster beds in Scotland

14 Sep 2026 · Originally published 14 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: Lost oyster beds rediscovered thanks to Gaelic and Scots language
Scientists from the University of Glasgow have identified previously undocumented oyster beds by cross-referencing coastal place names with Gaelic and Scots terminology. This method helped confirm the historic presence of oysters on Mull and Islay, providing a map for conservationists to help rebuild native populations in these coastal areas.
Source: BBC Scotland Scotland
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