A dynamic view of seagrass meadows in the wake of successful green turtle conservation

Concerted conservation efforts have led to a remarkable recovery of multiple green turtle (Chelonia mydas) populations worldwide. The voracious feeding of these returning populations is radically transforming tropical seagrass habitats in ways that prompt a re-think of the reference state and management plans for seagrass meadows.

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Concerted conservation efforts have successfully led to the recovery of various green turtle populations globally. The voracious feeding behavior of these populations is drastically transforming tropical seagrass habitats, prompting a re-evaluation of reference states and management plans for seagrass meadows.