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EPCHC Seagrass and Seagrass Scar Tracking

This is a research project to design and implement methods of tracking seagrass abundance and seabed boat propellor scarring using low-cost bathymetric equipment mounted on small boats.

  • Sponsor(s):
    Environmental Protection Commission of Hillsborough County
  • Partner(s):
    Hillsborough County Specialized Services; Tampa Bay Estuary Program
  • Senior Personnel:
  • Dates:
    October 2009 through September 2011

Project Results / Publications:

  • View Publication
    Eilers, D. (2011). Seagrass Scar Imaging Project Report: Cockroach Bay Seagrass Scar Tracking Project. Tampa, FL: University of South Florida.
  • View Publication
    University of South Florida. (2005). Tampa Bay Estuary Atlas.
  • View Publication
    Eilers, D., Griffin, J., & University of South Florida. (2010). Use of Side-scanning Sonar Equipment to Image Physical Impacts of Recreational Boating on Seagrass Beds in Cockroach Bay, Florida. Tampa, FL: University of South Florida.