Subtidal Habitat Surveys

Because of their submerged nature, accessing subtidal habitats is considerably more challenging than other biological surveys. Tenera specializes in both the design and implementation of submerged ecosystem surveys. We utilize SCUBA, camera and remote operated vehicles (ROVs) to obtain access to these habitats. Our biostatisticians understand the importance of efficient, effective survey design. Our marine taxonomists are some of the most experienced in the U.S. Pacific states at characterizing marine habitats and their flora and fauna.

Our divers operate under Tenera’s AAUS certified dive program. Our program ensures our divers work safely and to a high professional standard through ongoing training, safety management, and equipment maintenance. We are experienced in aquatic vegetation surveys, which include protected habitats such as seagrasses or invasive species such as Caulerpa and Undaria. We collect data on fish and invertebrate abundance, but also utilise a full suite of scientific instrumentation that can measure physical variables such as temperature, salinity, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, light intensity, water movement, and many other factors. These are often important in providing deeper ecological insights.