Federal Register #29126

NOAA Permit Application for Pillar Coral Scientific Research and Restoration

NOAA, part of the Department of Commerce, is considering a permit application from Florida Sea Grant for activities involving pillar coral in the U.S. Virgin Islands. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce - Applicant/Vendor: - Florida Sea Grant - Products/Services Requested: - Permit to take pillar coral (Dendrogyra cylindrus) for scientific research and enhancement - Activities include: - Rescuing up to 164 pillar coral colonies annually - Collecting mucus and tissue samples from a subset of colonies - Outplanting up to 100 corals annually - Collecting gametes from up to 60 colonies for ex situ propagation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus on biological conservation and restoration, not commercial product procurement - Permit duration requested is 10 years - No specific OEMs or commercial products involved; activities are biological and research-focused

Description

Florida Sea Grant has applied for a permit to take pillar coral (Dendrogyra cylindrus) for scientific research and enhancement purposes. The project involves collecting, propagating, rescuing, and restoring pillar corals in the U.S. Virgin Islands to support their recovery and long-term survival. Activities include rescuing up to 164 colonies annually, collecting mucus and tissue samples, outplanting up to 100 corals annually, and collecting gametes from up to 60 colonies for propagation. The permit is requested for a duration of 10 years.

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