Citation: Lynn, M.J. 1936 The scarcity of Zostera marina (slitch, eel-grass or grass-wrack) in Strangford Lough. Irish Naturalists' Journal 6: 107-117
Number of Pages: 11
Volume Part: 5
Keywords: Disease, Down, Ecology, Flora, Marine, Marine Inlet, Northern Ireland, Parasite, Reserve, Strangford Lough, Zostera
Abstract: Paper gives a detailed account of 'a very serious dying-off of Zostera marina (slitch, eelgrass, or grass-wrack)' which took place over a wide area of Strangford Lough, Co. Down in the early to mid 1930s. Its general habitat and distribution are discussed, followed by a close examination of different localities within Strangford Lough. The consequences of its disappearance in areas are discussed as are suggested causes of its destruction.