Over 400 seagrass shoots discovered in Fowey Estuary
"The new growth (of seagrass shoots) is a powerful reminder of why restoration work takes time, persistence and a willingness to keep learning," said James.
Conservationists in Cornwall have found more than 400 seagrass shoots in the Fowey Estuary, indicating progress in a restoration project. They identified the new growth during summer surveys, despite early challenges. Led by Cornwall Wildlife Trust, the project aims to revive seagrass meadows, which are crucial for marine life and carbon storage.
- Over 430 seagrass shoots were found in Fowey Estuary during summer surveys.
- Volunteers planted seeds from a donor meadow in Torpoint, which began to grow in spring.
- The project, part of Seeding Change Together, aims to restore seagrass meadows lost over the last century.
- Further planting and monitoring are planned for Fowey and Helford Estuaries in 2027.