Life Reef - Research Of Marine Protected Habitats In Eez And Determination Of The Necessary Conservation Status In Latvia

  Address - Latvia

  Contact details - 565656565

  Tender notice no. - 76454545

  IT Ref Id - 10326463

  Document Type - Tender Notices

Description - Duration: 01-SEP-2020 to 31-AUG -2025Total budget: 4,007,105.00 €EU contribution: 2,404,262.00 €Project description:Background:The invasive fish species round goby (Neogobius melanostomus) poses a significant threat to reef habitats in the easter n Baltic waters. Studies have shown that the highest number of round gobies along the Latvian coast is found at a depth of 10-15m, although population distribution is patchy. It was also found up to 70m depths during winter months. The species has become the predominant fish species in several coastal areas, causing habitat change among competing fish species and a local depletion of blue mussels. Monitoring of Latvian Marine Protected Area Nida-

It Ref Id - 10326463

Deadline - Aug 31, 2025