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Societe Jersiaise study sheds light on Jersey's maerl habitats
A new report will raise awareness of Jersey's "unique and relatively unseen" maerl habitats, a study group has Jersiaise said maerl was a type of slow-growing, calcified red seaweed that forms complex seabed structures, providing vital habitat for a wide range of marine life. It said the project, supported by a grant from the Jersey Community Foundation with funds from the Channel Islands lottery, would "shed light" on the marine J Bailhache, the society's CEO, said members were "delighted" to help support projects which were considered of benefit to the island.
The project is managed by the society in partnership with the Government of Jersey's environment Jersiaise said the final publication was designed to raise awareness and appreciation of the "extraordinary habitat". "By identifying key knowledge gaps, it will help guide future research, monitoring, and conservation efforts," it said."The project highlights the value of collaboration between scientific, governmental and community organisations in advancing marine conservation and ensuring Jersey's natural heritage is better understood and protected."
