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Discover variety of resources this portal have that were designed to enhance your understanding of corals, habitats and related species.

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Lionfish Invasion

The spread of lionfish has been fast, and now they are threatening fishery resources and the health of corals in the Gulf of Mexico.

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Coral Amendment 9

The rule establishes 13 new habitat areas of particular concern with fishing regulations, designates 8 new areas without fishing regulations, and modifies the regulations in 3 existing areas.

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ESA Coral Explorer

The gulf council managed a comprehensive database of ESA threatened coral locations in the Gulf of Mexico. Explore the ESA Coral explorer database.


Featured Posts

Final Rule Implementing Coral Amendment 9 in Gulf of Mexico
Causes of Coral Reef Decline
Threatened Corals in the Gulf of Mexico
Life History and Climate Change Impact to ESA-listed Corals
Coral HAPC Explorer
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Essential Fish Habitat 5-Year Review

Essential Fish Habitat 5-Year Review

This resource summaries findings of the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s 2011-2016 review of essential fish habitat (EFH) in the Gulf of… Continue Reading Essential Fish Habitat 5-Year Review

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  • Spawning, aggregations and connectivity in the Gulf
    Aug 18, 2022
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    May 12, 2022

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  • Coral Amendment 9 Areas

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