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A single, unified map of the Florida Reef Tract is an important tool for promoting a reef-wide approach to protect Florida’s reefs. Researchers and managers use this map to identify critical coral reef habitats, monitor changes in sensitive areas over time, and prioritize sites for restoration.
Three-dimensional map of southern Florida showing the Florida Reef in red. The Florida Reef (also known as the Great Florida Reef, Florida reefs, Florida Reef Tract and Florida Keys Reef Tract) is the only living coral barrier reef in the continental United States. [1]
Apr 22, 2019 · The Unified Reef Map provides a seamless coverage of benthic habitats across the Florida reef tract by integrating regional habitat maps from Martin County to the Dry Tortugas.
Nov 1, 2021 · Managed by Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection, the Coral ECA covers nearly a third of the Florida Reef Tract, running from the northern boundary of Biscayne National Park up to the St. Lucie Inlet in Martin County, FL.
The Southeast Florida Coral Reef Ecosystem Conservation Area (Coral ECA) covers approximately 105 miles of Florida’s Coral Reef from the northern boundary of Biscayne National Park in Miami-Dade County to the St. Lucie Inlet in Martin County.
The Southeast Florida Coral Reef Ecosystem Conservation Area (Coral ECA) covers approximately 105 miles of Florida’s Coral Reef from the northern boundary of Biscayne National Park in Miami-Dade County to the St. Lucie Inlet in Martin County.
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Oct 3, 2018 · South and west of Miami, offshore of the Florida Keys archipelago, is the only tropical coral reef found along the North American coastline. This region, also known as the Florida Reef Tract, is the third largest barrier reef system in the world.
