Macroalgal beds can be restored by eliminating the factors that cause isoyake. For example, if sea urchins are dominant, seaweed beds can be restored by removing sea urchins. In general, the restoration of macroalgal beds
requires several years and a large number of people. Therefore, it is important to monitor existing macroalgal beds. For more detailed information and measures of isoyake, please refer to the Japanese Fisheries Agency's Isoyake Guideline, attached below.
Our group is also researching methods to conserve present macroalgal beds. In particular, we are focusing on population genetics because we can see connections and genetic diversity among individuals and populations. We hope to identify priority conservation areas for macroalgal beds and propose innovative conservation methods.
