Sarasota Bay
Faunal Utilization Studies
Type: Extent of
habitat (i.e., area of habitat and whether there has been a decline) and condition
of habitat and sources affecting habitat (i.e., the condition or functionality
of the habitat).
Category: Submerged, Intertidal and Wetland
Cost: $ 125,000
Description: The study entailed a critical assessment and mapping of
habitat within the Sarasota Bay National Estuary.
Outcome: The result of the study will be an evaluation of species utilization
of artificial reefs, habitat restoration sites, and other nurseries.
Contact: Gary Serviss, Vanasse, Hangen, Brustlin, Inc.
Citation: Sarasota Bay National Estuary Program Technical Studies: Edwards,
Mote Marine Laboratories, "Assessment of Sea-wall Reefs for Providing Fish Habitat,"
1993; Culter, Mote Marine Laboratories, "Assessment of Alternative Artificial
Reefs for Disturbed and Soft Bay Bottom," 1995; Culter, Mote Marine Laboratories,
"Scallop Survival and Spawning Assessment in Pansy Bayou," 1995; Tomasko, Mote
Marine Laboratories, "Assessment of Seagrass Planting and Restoration in Sarasota
Bay," 1995; Folit, R., New College, "Assessment of Seagrass Marking for Boater
Avoidance," 1999.
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