Florida Keys Coral Disease Response & ...
URL: https://resiliencedata.nfwf.org/dataset/7f1eba3e-a389-4ef9-adb3-a26c0060f287/resource/17e22852-20d9-4554-b759-893886b3f688/download/maintain-coastal-protection-of-floridas-reefs-through-restoration-of-resilient-corals-dataset.xlsx
With support from NFWF National Coastal Resilience Fund, a strategic Florida Keys Coral Disease Response &
Restoration initiative will be implemented through a consortium of coral research & restoration institutions led by
Mote - an independent non-governmental non-profit research institution having 1) demonstrated experience &
expertise in developing innovative coral restoration technologies, 2) significant coral research & restoration
infrastructure & activities in the Florida Keys, 3) close coordination with federal & state agencies, as well as
consortium partners, and 4) significant local community engagement & outreach. Over 3 years, the initiative will: 1)
plant ~ 70,000 “seedlings” of diverse endemic coral species genotypes that have scientifically demonstrated
resiliency for increased temperatures, decreased pH and/or coral disease; 2) conduct necessary research for
identification of genetic resilience of endemic coral species & targeted cross-propagation of resilient genotypes, as
well as resiliency mechanisms; 3) establish & maintain quality control of life-support systems a remote inland-based & secure living coral gene bank in recirculating sea water infrastructure to ensure the long-term viability &
persistence of threatened coral species and genetic diversity; 4) establishing a coral disease research isolated “clean
room” laboratory; and 5) implement multi-year monitoring & analyses to scientifically evaluate ecological impacts
& benefits of restoration. This dataset includes Mote Marine Laboratory's outplanting and monitoring deliverables 2019 - 2020.
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