Seaweeds of American Samoa
Skelton P. 2003. Seaweeds of American Samoa. International Ocean Institute. Townsville, Australia
This report specifically assesses the macro-algal and seagrass diversity of American Samoa. The report is sponsored by the Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources (DMWR), Government of American Samoa. The field work was undertaken from September 8th to 28th, 2003 with three of the four main islands (Tutuila, Ofu and Olosega) surveyed. The smaller islands of Aunu’u, Nu’utele and Nu’usalaelae were also surveyed, albeit with limited collections due to adverse weather conditions. Sixteen sites were surveyed, eight on Tutuila (including park boundaries), three on Ofu Island, two on Olosega and one each at Aunu’u, Nu’usalaelae and Nu’utele. Includes color photos, maps, and species lists.
- Type
- Published Report
- Authors
- Skelton, Posa
- Date of Issue
- 2003-12
- Publisher
- International Ocean Institute
- Units
- NPSA , PACN
- Keywords
- Algae, American Samoa, Coastal/Marine Systems, Distribution (Biodiversity), Marine plants, Observations, Plant Studies, Presence (Biodiversity), Seagrasses, seaweed, Survey, Vouchers