Seagrass Conservation through Actionable Research: Management Areas for Prevention of Scarring (SCAR MAPS)
Implementing Organization
University of Florida
Overview
DWH Project Funding
$1,850,864
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
Environmental
Project Actions
Environmental Research
Targeted Resources
Submerged Aquatic Vegetation
Project Description
Damage to seagrasses by propeller scarring in aquatic preserves of Florida’s Nature Coast is a growing issue that is of increasing concern to managers and stakeholders. The project team will collect geographic, biological, logistical, and socioeconomic data to pair with stakeholder guidance through a co-production model to address data gaps and inform how and where to manage propeller scarring.
Contact
Savanna BarryNone
savanna.barry@ufl.edu
Project Website
Project Partners
Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Homosassa Guides Association
Affiliated Institutions
None