Increase genetic diversity and number of Acropora corals and Diadema sea urchins available for restoration efforts. Project will increase the supply of genetic combinations of Acropora corals to manage breeding efforts and establish partnerships to expand available capacity for Diadema propagation.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Coral Reef Conservation Fund
Project Title: Creating Genetic Diversity of Corals and Diadema Sea Urchins for Restoration Efforts (FL)
Organization:
University of Florida
Project ID:
0302.23.079139
Description:
Award Amount:
$199972.62
Location:
The Florida Aquarium's Center for Conservation, Apollo Beach, Florida and Monroe County in the Florida Keys.
Monroe County is in Florida Congressional District 28, which was newly created following the 2020 Census and is not available in the "Choose From" box.
Monroe County is in Florida Congressional District 28, which was newly created following the 2020 Census and is not available in the "Choose From" box.