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FITA

Zostera marina (Linnaeus, 1753)

The eelgrass Zostera marina once covered large areas in the Ria de Aveiro coastal but is reported locally extinct since 2010. A recent discovery of a new patch of the species, locally known as “Fita”, reinitiates the history of local extinction-recolonisation episodes for this emblematic species in Ria de Aveiro Natura 2000 coastal lagoon.

Início: Bem-vindo

ABOUT THE PROJECT

The FITA Project proposes passive restoration actions to bring together local stakeholders and protect the local Zostera marina populations from eminent stressors in the short-term. FITA will gather knowledge on the local populations dynamics and species features, for improving conservation in the mid-term. The project will also promote participatory approaches for reducing conflicts and promote sustainable use of space and natural resources in the long-term. FITA ultimate goal is to trigger action towards the protection and restoration of this vulnerable species, considered a priority habitat under EU Habitats Directive.

photo credits: Lísia Lopes

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Zostera marina (L.) foi a primeira angiospérmica marinha a ter o seu genoma completo sequenciado.

Zostera marina (L.) was the first marine angiosperm to have its genome fully sequenced.

Olsen et al. 2016, Nature

CONTACT US

Dep. Biologia | CESAM
Universidade de Aveiro
Campus de Santiago
3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal

Tel: (+351) 234370771

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