Optimisation of benthic image analysis approaches

There are multiple policy drivers for marine biodiversity monitoring within the UK, including the EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive (2008), the EU Habitats Directive (1992) and the EU Birds Directive (1979 amended 2009). The key elements of these directives have been enshrined in national legislation such as the Conservation (Natural Habitats, &c) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1995, UK Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009, the Marine (Scotland) Act 2010, the Marine Act (Northern Ireland) 2013, The Conservation...