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Description
Underwater writing slates were used to record the different species adhering to the top, side and interior roof of pipes over time. Counting the interior surface of pipes took considerable flexibility on the part of the diver. (Image credit: Dr. James P. McVey)
Photographer
Dr. James P. McVey
Display Date
Aug-69
Location
Pokai Bay, Oahu
Collection
Coral Kingdom
Pacific Reefs
Diving Biologists
NOAA Affiliation
NOAA Sea Grant Program
Keywords
Coral Reefs
Marine Biologist
Artificial Reef
Diving