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Underwater writing slates were used to record the different species adhering to the top, side and interior roof of pipes over time

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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.

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