Composition, distribution and biometric aspects of sea grasses beds along the Sudanese red sea coast

A comprehensive survey of seagrass meadows along the Sudanese Red Sea coast identified ten species, including Thalassia hemprichii and Halophila ovalis, marking their first recorded presence in this region. The study, conducted across six sites using line transects and quadrates, revealed significant variability in shoot density (ranging from 2 to 8050 shoots/m²), shoot height (1–72 cm), and above-ground biomass (8.9–985.9 g dry weight/m²). While most physical parameters remained consistent across sites, water transparency was notably lower near areas of high coastal activity, suggesting anthropogenic impacts. This research provides critical baseline data for understanding seagrass dynamics in the Sudanese Red Sea, which is essential for conservation efforts and ecological assessments.

Gaiballa, A. K., & Ali, O. M. M. (2023). Composition, distribution and biometric aspects of sea grasses beds along the Sudanese red sea coast. International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies, 11(5), 51–58. https://doi.org/10.22271/fish.2023.v11.i5a.2851