Role
Collaborator
Description
This project investigates the potential for restoration of reef ecosystems around Magnetic Island. Linked with Earthwatch Australia, it is a citizen science-based project that engages volunteers to help remove macroalgae and monitor changes in coral recruitment, sediment dynamics, community composition, algae regrowth rates, and coral biology, with the hopes that removal of algae leads to an increase in coral cover. This contract represents an extension of the project for a further 3 years.
Date
20 May 2022 - 30 Jun 2027
Project Type
N/A
Keywords
Coral Reefs;Citizen Science;Coral Recovery;Reef Disturbance;Ecosystem Assessment;Coral Restoration
Funding Body
Earthwatch Institute Australia
Amount
534818
Project Team
Hillary Smith