Kelp forests form an important biogenic habitat that responds to natural and human drivers.
Global concerns exist about threats to kelp forests, yet long-term information is limited and …

The deep, cold and well-flushed waters of Puget Sound, WA (USA) are experiencing areas
of eelgrass (Zostera marina L.) decline. Eelgrass faces anthropogenic stresses ranging from …

This technical report describes the program design and data assessment protocols for statewide
monitoring of floating kelp in Washington. The monitoring program is conducted by The …

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is steward to 2.6 million
acres of state-owned aquatic lands. As part of its management responsibilities, DNR’s …

Eelgrass and kelp are marine vegetation with recognized ecological values, and have been
identified as indicators of ecosystem health. The purpose of this project is to improve access …

SeagrassNet is a global seagrass monitoring program that is now established in 33 countries
with 132 monitoring sites world-wide. Standardized protocols for scientific monitoring have …

Long-term monitoring at Dumas Bay (located in Federal Way, Washington) has shown a
significant decrease in eelgrass area and distribution. Since sampling began in 2000, as part of …

Seagrasses provide important ecosystem services, and are sensitive to a wide range of
environmental stressors, making them effective indicators of habitat condition. The WA …

Seagrasses provide important ecosystem services, and are sensitive to a wide range of
environmental stressors, making them effective indicators of habitat condition. In Washington …

… Lisa Ferrier Washington (State). Department of Natural Resources … Short, Fred; Dowty,
Pete; Berry, Helen; Ferrier, Lisa; and Gaeckle, Jeffrey, "Is Nitrogen a Major Stressor of …