Seagrass Beds (IMAGE) Virginia Institute of Marine Science Caption Seagrasses provide a key habitat in Chesapeake Bay and other coastal areas worldwide. Credit Photo courtesy of Virginia Institute of Marine Science. Usage Restrictions One time use. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.