A decision-driven integrated ecosystem approach to maximize benefits of barrier islands restoration and management of the Chandeleur Islands for seagrass and associated communities
Implementing Organization
University of Southern Mississippi
Overview
DWH Project Funding
$127,065
Known Leveraged Funding
$0
Funding Organization
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Funding Program
The RESTORE Act Funds Bucket 4: NOAA RESTORE Act Science Program
Details
Project Category
Science
Project Actions
Habitat Restoration and Enhancement
Targeted Resources
Submerged Aquatic Vegetation
Project Description
This project will scope and design a plan to address the uncertainties of restoring seagrasses and associated communities along barrier islands in Louisiana, which will inform the restoration and long-term adaptive management of the Chandeleur Islands.
Contact
Kelly M. DarnellNone
kelly.darnell@usm.edu
Project Website
Project Partners
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
Affiliated Institutions
None