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History and Ecology of Mangroves in the Dry Tortugas

NWRC scientists use field surveys and historical data to understand the history and ecology of mangroves in the Dry Tortugas. Among other findings, the scientists found that the health and survival of mangoves depend on hurricanes and seabirds.

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Process structuring coastal marine communities in Alaska: DOI trust resources

An overview of research that looks at the interactions between sea otters and prey species, allowing an assessment of the effects that sea otters have on composition and productivity of coastal marine communities. Includes links to USGS publications resulting from this research.

  • two people with binoculars looking out onto a body of water from the shore