Mapping the distribution of maerl in South Uist (Loch Boisdale), Western Isles. Lifeforms at the entrance to the Sound of Eriskay

Mapping the distribution of maerl in South Uist, Western Isles was a collaborative study between Scottish Natural Heritage and the BioMar Programme. The survey used acoustic techniques, video drops, ROV, grab samples and diver surveys. The result was a map of predicted biotope distribution.

Additional information source:

Davies, J. & Foster-Smith, R. L. 1997. Mapping the distribution of maerl in South Uist, Western Isles. Unpublished report to Scottish Natural Heritage.