This mission monitored shallow coral plots established in 2006. Researchers assessed coral health, reef fish populations, bottom structure and species composition of reef habitats, as well as conducting a socioeconomic assessment of reef fish fisheries.
Connecting Ecosystems, Connecting People: How a Collaboration Brought Seagrass into the Spotlight
In marine ecology, we often think about ecosystems like coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds as separate, distinct places. But much like the human body, these ecosystems are interconnected—each system plays a vital role in supporting the health of the others and the communities that depend on them. When we understand these connections, we start to see the bigger picture…
