New €7.9m project aims to restore marine habitats in Kerry
The five-year project will aim to enhance seagrass and oyster restoration, improve water quality in Kerry’s coastal habitats, and boost community engagement. 9m project aims to restore marine habitats in Kerry
A new €7.9 million project has been launched to restore marine habitats in County Kerry, Ireland. The Tralee Bay Marine Diversity Restoration Project, funded by the Irish Government, aims to enhance seagrass and oyster restoration, improve water quality, and boost community involvement over the next five years. The project will focus on enhancing seagrass production and expansion of existing eelgrass meadows, increasing the size and distribution of native oyster beds, and improving water quality and carbon sequestration through restoration and biodiversity measures.
A key aspect of the project is improving public engagement and awareness of Tralee Bay System, with initiatives to foster local stewardship and community participation in coastal conservation. Minister for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O’Sullivan highlighted the importance of eelgrass meadows and native oyster reefs in providing essential habitats for marine wildlife, improving water quality, enhancing biodiversity, supporting fisheries, and contributing to climate resilience.
The five-year initiative is led by University College Cork in partnership with Tralee Oyster Society and Tralee Bay Hatchery, with the National Parks and Wildlife Service overseeing the project.
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