[Coral-List] Identification of shallow-water corals Saya de Malha Bank

[Mostarda, Edoardo (NFIFM)]

Dear Everyone,
I am seeking coral experts to validate the identification of shallow-water corals based on video observations carried out by the EAF-Nansen Programme in 2018 at the Saya de Malha and Nazareth Banks. Initial identifications were primarily made at the genus/family level, but we require confirmation from specialists to ensure their accuracy. Are there any Western Indian Ocean specialists you may recommend contacting?

Thanks and regards,

Edoardo


Edoardo Mostarda, PhD

Fisheries and Aquaculture Division

EAF-Nansen Programme

FAO, Rome