Thriving Habitats & Abundant Wildlife
TBEP aims to restore and protect the health of Tampa Bay by enhancing habitats and promoting abundant wildlife. This goal focuses on improving water quality, supporting the recovery of vital ecosystems such as seagrasses, mangroves, and salt marshes, and ensuring sustainable fisheries. By implementing conservation and restoration efforts, the program seeks to create thriving environments for diverse species, supporting biodiversity and ecosystem resilience in the bay’s waters and surrounding areas.
Habitat Master Plan
Habitat goals and planning
Habitat Report Card
Habitat Status and Trends
Seagrass Assessment
Seagrass Status and Trends
Tampa Bay Nekton Index
Fish-Based Ecological Assessment
Tampa Bay Benthic Index
Benthic Ecological Assessment
Bay Scallops
Great Bay Scallop Search
Tidal Creek Assessment
Condition Status
Oyster Habitat Suitability Index
Access Data for the Oyster HSI