Coverage-biomass relationships for seaweeds and surfgrass in Japan

Key Points

• The study aims to establish relationships between coverage and biomass for various seaweeds and seagrass in Japan's coastal regions.
• Field surveys were conducted to gather data on large and small seaweeds, as well as seagrass.
• Data was collected from nine coastal areas across Japan.
• Relationships between coverage and biomass were derived from the collected data and existing literature.
• A total of 33 relationships between coverage and biomass for different seaweeds and seagrass were identified.
• These relationships enable estimation of biomass without the need for destructive sampling.
• The findings support calculations for blue carbon storage in marine habitats.