The Effect of Macroalgal Overgrowth on the Growth Rate and Survival of Coral Recruits in Honduras
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Main Project
VALUE £31,000
WHERE Honduras
Summary
Using techniques that can be continued after the project, to provide a clear understanding of the spatio-temporal patterns of coral recruitment at 2 study sites around Roatán in order to improve the understanding, regeneration and management of biodiverse reefal resources via the optimal design of marine protected areas.
(i) Project training materials and field guides.
(ii) Database and reference collection.
(iii) Trained Hondurans to continue work.
(iv) Project review and results dissemination.
(v) Action plan to incorporate results into new and existing reserves.
