The seagrape " Coccolba Uvifera" is a small tree found near sea bushes throughtout the Carribean and tropical America including the Bahamas and Bermuda. This plant can be identified by its thick leaves that can reach 8" to 10" in diameter and also has many grape like fruits found within it. Sea Grapes are consumed by man native birds and animals who also use these plants as a shelter of protection. Amogst these animals are songbirds, lizards, and beach mice. Along with privding shelter for near by beings, sea grapes also help stabalize sand dunes. This plant is so important that it is even protected by Florida Statute.
Citation: Hood, J (photographer). (2009). Sea Plant, [Online Image]. Retrived July 20, 2009 from Picasa Web Albums. http://picasaweb.google.com/juliethe hood/BeachDayoneAnchorProgram09#5358443013790207426
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