Macroalgae are invaluable constituents of marine forest environments and important
sources of material for human needs. However, they are currently at risk of severe decline …

Small 25-m 2 artificial reef sets were deployed 1 m deep in Choctawhatchee Bay, FL, to
determine the ability of reefs to aid in the establishment of newly planted Ruppia maritima …

Seaweed plays a central role in supporting good habitats and spawning grounds for a
number of fisheries resources. Artificial seaweed reefs (ASRs) should provide firm, stable …

Natural coastlines around the world are increasingly being modified and replaced by
breakwaters, revetments and seawalls. Although such infrastructure is primarily intended to …

Artificial rest reefs were set on sandy and rocky bottoms at 5–10 m depth along the coast of
southern Japan. Mature thalli of Sargassum, Gelidium and other seaweds were transported …

Polovina published the article “Artificial reefs: nothing more than benthic fish attractors” in
1990 and in it debated the potential for artificial reefs to substantially increase standing stock …

Oyster reefs and seagrass beds are being lost worldwide at alarming rates. These habitats
provide many services to humankind and, thus, much effort has been dedicated to their …

Many naturally occurring macroalgal beds on the coastal areas of China have been severely
degraded by various anthropogenic perturbations. Few attempts have been made to …

Reducing negative environmental impacts from aquaculture activities is a key issue for
ensuring long-term sustainability of the industry. This study examines the major findings and …

Artificial reefs have been deployed in multiple regions of the world for different purposes
including habitat restoration and protection, biodiversity and fish stock enhancement …