Title

Trends in the Distribution, Abundance, and Habitat Quality of Submerged Aquatic Vegetation in Chesapeake Bay and its Tidal Tributaries: 1971 to 1991

Authors

Robert J. Orth, Virginia Institute of Marine ScienceFollow
Richard A. BatiukFollow
Judith F. Nowak, Virginia Institute of Marine Science

Document Type

Report

Department/Program

Virginia Institute of Marine Science

Publication Date

4-1994

Abstract

This report builds on two decades of aerial and ground survey SA V distribution data, as well as development of SA V habitat requirements, establishment of SAV restoration goals and targets, compilation of historical water quality data, and implementation of a baywide monitoring program. The objectives of this report are to:

• describe trends in SAV distribution and abundance in Chesapeake Bay and its tidaf tributaries from 1 971 to 1991 ;

• relate SAV distribution over time with tiered distribution restoration goals and targets;

• compare trends in SAV distribution with corresponding trends in water quality; and • correlate SAV distribution with river flow

Description

CBP/l'RS 137/95 EPA 903-R-95-009

Recommended Citation

Orth, R. J., Batiuk, R. A., & Nowak, J. F. (1994) Trends in the Distribution, Abundance, and Habitat Quality of Submerged Aquatic Vegetation in Chesapeake Bay and its Tidal Tributaries: 1971 to 1991. Virginia Institute of Marine Science, William & Mary. https://scholarworks.wm.edu/reports/2104