Chesapeake Bay Underwater Grasses Increase to 2018 Levels

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Published: 2026-09-09
Category: science
Source: William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School (via news article)
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Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries increased by 7% in 2025, reaching an estimated 89,395 acres. This marks the highest bay-wide acreage recorded since 2018, indicating substantial progress in ecosystem health. Strong gains in saltier bay portions suggest positive outcomes from ongoing watershed-level management efforts.

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