Tagged Stories: "submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV)"

Volunteer monitoring helps researchers track status of aquatic vegetation

Aquatic grasses serve important role in estuary ecosystem

2016 total marks highest-ever acreage measured by annual aerial survey

While more work remains, estuary shows signs of progress

Data show significant drop in nutrient and sediment loads

The 2015 acreage exceeds the 2017 restoration target two years early

Widgeongrass grows where vegetation was not mapped before

Scientists attribute the boost in bay grasses to the expansion of widgeon grass in saltier waters.

Scientists link a Clean Water Act permit program to healthier rivers and streams.

New research suggests higher-quality grass habitat could boost Chesapeake Bay blue crab populations.