Seagrass surveys in the Southern Gulf 2023-2024

Charles Darwin University
Catherine Collier
Role

Principal Investigator

Description

This project is a collaboration of specialists including the Yanyuwa and Marra Traditional Owners and li-Anthawirriyarra Sea Rangers, scientists from James Cook University and Charles Darwin University, and Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife. The team will survey the subtidal marine benthic habitats within Yanyuwa and Marra sea country. Using data from the survey and other available information, rangers and scientists will work together to determine priority management areas and identify areas and opportunities for broader community engagement in the management of sea country.

Date

01 Oct 2023 - 15 Mar 2025

Project Type

N/A

Keywords

Seagrass;Mapping;Benthic Habitat;Gulf of Carpentaria

Funding Body

Charles Darwin University

Amount

92529

Project Team

Tim Smith;Chris van de Wetering;Catherine Collier;Alexandra Carter