Mapping the distribution of maerl in South Uist, Western Isles was a collaborative study between Scottish Natural Heritage and the BioMar Programme. The survey used acoustic techniques, video drops, ROV, grab samples and diver surveys. The result was a map of predicted biotope distribution.
Additional information sources:
Davies, J. & Foster-Smith, R. L. 1997. Mapping the distribution of maerl in South Uist, Western Isles. Unpublished report to Scottish Natural Heritage.