Partners

Federal and State Lead Agencies

Collaborative Response

Due to the severity and longevity of this coral disease outbreak, a response has coalesced among management authorities, researchers, conservation practitioners, non-governmental organizations, veterinarians, and engaged citizens. Roughly 60 partner organizations participate in nine response teams, each focused on a different priority topic area. The response is led by two bodies: a Steering Committee and an Executive Coordination Team.

A flow chart showing coral disease response structure
Coordinated Response Structure

This is a product of the multi-partner response effort to address an ongoing coral disease outbreak in Florida. This is a product of the multi-partner response effort to address an ongoing coral disease outbreak in Florida. The effort is led by Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and National Park Service. Materials do not necessarily represent the views or official positions of all partners. For a full list of contributing partners, please visit the partner page. Materials are subject to modification as dictated by new information, changes in the status of coral disease, and the completion of recovery actions -- please check for updated versions before using.