Identification, distribution and conservation of seagrasses in São Tomé and Príncipe

Seagrass STP

The project assessed the distribution of seagrass species and characterized the seagrass habitats in the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe.

Start and End Date

01.01.2017 - 31.03.2017

Research Group

Coordinating Entity

CCMAR

Project reference

21670

Total Budget

5900.00 €

We reported, for the first time, the presence of seagrass meadows in São Tomé and Príncipe,

and described the seagrass populations. We raised awareness about the importance

of seagrass conservation through environmental education actions in schools.

Alexandre A, Silva J, Ferreira R, Paulo D, Serrão EA, Santos R (2017) First description

of seagrass distribution and abundance in São Tomé and Príncipe. Aquatic Botany 142: 48-52