Jellyfish Blooms Iv

Author : Jennifer Purcell,Hermes Mianzan,Jessica R. Frost
Publisher : Springer
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400753167

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Jellyfish Blooms IV by Jennifer Purcell,Hermes Mianzan,Jessica R. Frost Pdf

Jellyfish generally are considered to be nuisances because they interfere with human activities by stinging swimmers, clogging power plant intakes and nets of fishermen, killing fish in aquaculture pens, and being both predators and competitors of fish. There is concern that environmental changes such as global warming, eutrophication, over-fishing, and coastal construction may benefit jellyfish populations. During this past decade following the first Jellyfish Blooms volume, some species have bloomed more frequently, expanded their range, and caused more problems for humans. Mnemiopsis leidyi, the ctenophore that invaded the Black Sea in the 1980s and damaged fisheries, now also blooms in the North, Baltic, and Mediterranean seas. Nemopilema nomurai, a giant Asian jellyfish, has bloomed frequently during this decade, causing severe damage to the Japanese fishing industry. Jellyfish Blooms: Interactions with Humans and Fisheries is the fourth volume in this series. Syntheses and original research articles address the question if jellyfish have increased globally and what factors may have contributed to the abundance of jellyfish. This volume is the most extensive to date, containing papers from all continents (except Antarctica) on scyphozoans, hydrozoans, cubozoans, staurozoans, and ctenophores, and on the fate of jellyfish blooms. This is a key reference for students and professional marine biologists, oceanographers, and fishery scientists and managers. Previously published in Hydrobiologia, vol. 690, 2012​

Author : J.E. Purcell,W.M. Graham,Henri J. Dumont
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401007221

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Jellyfish Blooms: Ecological and Societal Importance by J.E. Purcell,W.M. Graham,Henri J. Dumont Pdf

`Jellyfish', a group that includes scyphomedusae, hydromedusae, siphonophores and ctenophores, are important zooplankton predators throughout the world's estuaries and oceans. These beautiful creatures have come to public attention as featured exhibits in aquaria and in news headlines as invaders and as providers of genes used in biomedical research. Nevertheless, jellyfish are generally considered to be nuisances because they interfere with human activities by stinging swimmers, clogging power plant intakes and nets of fishermen and fish farms, and competing with fish and eating fish eggs and larvae. There is concern that environmental changes such as global warming, eutrophication, and over-fishing may result in increased jellyfish populations. The literature reviews and research papers in this volume explore the interactions between jellyfish and humans. Papers cover the medical aspects of jellyfish stings, jellyfish as human food and jellyfish fisheries, interactions of jellyfish and fish, effects of environmental changes on jellyfish, effects of introduced ctenophores on the Black Sea ecosystem, factors causing increases or concentrations of jellyfish, and others aspects of jellyfish ecology. This is an important reference for students and professional marine biologists, oceanographers, fishery scientists, and aquarists.

Author : Lisa-ann Gershwin
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 455 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780226213033

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Stung! by Lisa-ann Gershwin Pdf

Discusses why the jellyfish population has exploded in recent years and why their dominance is indicative of a declining ocean ecosystem.

Author : Ferdinando Boero
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Fisheries
ISBN : UCSD:31822038855631

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Review of Jellyfish Blooms in the Mediterranean and Black Sea by Ferdinando Boero Pdf

It is clear that a new type of human approach to marine ecosystems is needed to confront phenomena such as jellyfish blooms. This document provides an updated overview of this phenomenon in the Mediterranean and Black Sea and illustrates how the problem is affecting societies. It reviews current knowledge on gelatinous plankton in the affected region, providing a framework for its inclusion into fisheries science and the management of human activities such as tourism and coastal development. Fact sheets on the most important gelatinous plankters of the Mediterranean and Black Seas are included as an appendix.

Author : Kylie A. Pitt,Cathy H. Lucas
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-11-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400770157

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Jellyfish Blooms by Kylie A. Pitt,Cathy H. Lucas Pdf

Jellyfish are one of the most conspicuous animals in our oceans and are renowned for their propensity to form spectacular blooms. The unique features of the biology and ecology of jellyfish that enable them to bloom also make them successful invasive species and, in a few places around the world, jellyfish have become problematic. As man increasingly populates the world’s coastlines, interactions between humans and jellyfish are rising, often to the detriment of coastal-based industries such as tourism, fishing and power generation. However we must not lose sight of the fact that jellyfish have been forming blooms in the oceans for at least 500 million years, and are an essential component of normal, healthy ocean ecosystems. Here many of the world’s leading jellyfish experts explore the science behind jellyfish blooms. We examine the unique features of jellyfish biology and ecology that cause populations to ‘bloom and bust’, and, using case studies, we show why jellyfish are important to coastal and ocean ecosystem function. We outline strategies coastal managers can use to mitigate the effects of blooms on coastal industries thereby enabling humans to coexist with these fascinating creatures. Finally we highlight how jellyfish benefit society; providing us with food and one of the most biomedically-important compounds discovered in the 20th century. ​

Author : Jason S. Link,Anthony R. Marshak
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 672 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780192655431

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Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management by Jason S. Link,Anthony R. Marshak Pdf

Ecosystem-based fishery management (EBFM) is rapidly becoming the default approach in global fisheries management. The clarity of what EBFM means is sharpening each year and there is now a real need to evaluate progress and assess the effectiveness and impacts. By examining a suite of over 90 indicators (including socioeconomic, governance, environmental forcing, major pressures, systems ecology, and fisheries criteria) for 9 major US fishery ecosystem jurisdictions, the authors systematically track the progress the country has made towards advancing EBFM and making it an operational reality. The assessment covers a wide range of data in both time (multiple decades) and space (from the tropics to the poles, representing over 10% of the world's ocean surface area). The authors view progress towards the implementation of EBFM as synonymous with improved management of living marine resources in general, and highlight the findings from a national perspective. Although US-centric, the lessons learned are directly applicable for all parts of the global ocean. Much work remains, but significant progress has already been made to better address many of the challenges facing the sustainable management of our living marine resources. This is an essential and accessible reference for all fisheries professionals who are currently practicing, or progressing towards, ecosystem-based fisheries management. It will also be of relevance and use to researchers, teachers, managers, and graduate students in marine ecology, fisheries biology, biological oceanography, global change biology, conservation biology, and marine resource management.

Author : Lisa-ann Gershwin
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-06-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780226287676

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Jellyfish by Lisa-ann Gershwin Pdf

Jellyfish are mysterious creatures, luminously beautiful with remarkably varied life cycles. These ancient animals are found in every ocean at every depth, and have lived on Earth for at least 500 million years. Jellyfish looks at their anatomy, life history, taxonomy and ecology, and includes species profiles featuring stunning marine photography.

Author : Marjorie F. Oleksiak,Om P. Rajora
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2019-12-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030379360

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Population Genomics: Marine Organisms by Marjorie F. Oleksiak,Om P. Rajora Pdf

Population genomics has provided unprecedented opportunities to unravel the mysteries of marine organisms in the oceans' depths. The world's oceans, which make up 70% of our planet, encompass diverse habitats and host numerous unexplored populations and species. Population genomics studies of marine organisms are rapidly emerging and have the potential to transform our understanding of marine populations, species, and ecosystems, providing insights into how these organisms are evolving and how they respond to different stimuli and environments. This knowledge is critical for understanding the fundamental aspects of marine life, how marine organisms will respond to environmental changes, and how we can better protect and preserve marine biodiversity and resources. This book brings together leading experts in the field to address critical aspects of fundamental and applied research in marine species and share their research and insights crucial for understanding marine ecosystem diversity and function. It also discusses the challenges, opportunities and future perspectives of marine population genomics.

Author : Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission,UNESCO
Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-14
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789231004247

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Global Ocean Science Report by Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission,UNESCO Pdf

The world ocean is a life-supporting system for humanity, yet it remains largely unknown. Based on data collected from around the world, the Global Ocean Science Report 2020 offers a global record of how, where and by whom ocean science is conducted. It monitors our capacity to understand the ocean and seize new opportunities. More generally, the Report underlines the essential role of ocean research and international cooperation for all key issues of the 21st century.

Author : Thomas C. Malone,Alenka Malej,Jadran Faganeli
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119543602

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Coastal Ecosystems in Transition by Thomas C. Malone,Alenka Malej,Jadran Faganeli Pdf

Explores how two coastal ecosystems are responding to the pressures of human expansion The Northern Adriatic Sea, a continental shelf ecosystem in the Northeast Mediterranean Sea, and the Chesapeake Bay, a major estuary of the mid-Atlantic coast of the United States, are semi-enclosed, river-dominated ecosystems with urbanized watersheds that support extensive industrial agriculture. Coastal Ecosystems in Transition: A Comparative Analysis of the Northern Adriatic and Chesapeake Bay presents an update of a study published two decades ago. Revisiting these two ecosystems provides an opportunity to assess changing anthropogenic pressures in the context of global climate change. The new insights can be used to inform ecosystem-based approaches to sustainable development of coastal environments. Volume highlights include: Effects of nutrient enrichment and climate-driven changes on critical coastal habitats Patterns of stratification and circulation Food web dynamics from phytoplankton to fish Nutrient cycling, water quality, and harmful algal events Causes and consequences of interannual variability The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

Author : Jennifer E. Purcell,Dror L. Angel
Publisher : Springer
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789048195411

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Jellyfish Blooms: New Problems and Solutions by Jennifer E. Purcell,Dror L. Angel Pdf

This volume provides an identification key for the ephyrae of 18 common scyphozoan species, documents the Mediterranean-wide bloom of the invasive ctenophore Mnemiopsis leidyi, and addresses the direct effects of ocean acidification on jellyfish.

Author : Huang Honghui,Wei Wu,Kaizhi Li
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2023-07-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832528570

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Nuclear Power Cooling-Water System Disaster-Causing Organisms: Outbreak and Aggregation Mechanisms, Early-warning Monitoring, Prevention and Control by Huang Honghui,Wei Wu,Kaizhi Li Pdf

Author : Daniel Pauly,Cui Liang,Weiwei Xian
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2022-05-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782889719150

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The Status of Marine Fisheries in East Asia by Daniel Pauly,Cui Liang,Weiwei Xian Pdf

The fisheries of China generate the largest catch in the world. However, these fisheries are in generally bad shape, notably due to lack of management systems based on rigorous studies on the dynamics of major stocks exploited by the fisheries of China and neighboring countries. This could be mitigated, at least in part, by the systematic application of newly developed methods for evaluating the status of exploited fish stocks for use in data-sparse situations, focusing on methods for estimating maximum sustainable yield (MSY) from catch informed by a combination of biological knowledge on the species (intrinsic rate of population increase, r, and carrying capacity, k) and what is known about the stock, for instance relative abundance indicators, e.g., catch per unit of effort. The aim of this Research Topic is to create an outlet for the studies that will result from the application of these modern methods to exploited stocks of East Asian marine fish, encouraging the rigorous evaluation of these stocks and providing a basis for their rebuilding, as required especially for Chinese stocks. This would lead to the creation of a cadre of fishery scientists knowledgeable in using the methods in question and interested in collaborating with colleagues in other regions with similar issues. Focusing on East Asia will reinforce to readers in `the West' that these fisheries are not a sideshow to the more interesting fisheries in Europe or North America, but a major source of seafood for people in East Asia. Indeed, the failure of these domestic fisheries would increase the impacts of distant-water fisheries from East Asia in other parts of the world.

Author : Julian White,Jurg Meier
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781351443142

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Handbook of Clinical Toxicology of Animal Venoms and Poisons by Julian White,Jurg Meier Pdf

The Handbook of Clinical Toxicology of Animal Venoms is the first concise, one-volume book devoted to this important subject. The editors are internationally recognized authorities in the biology and clinical aspects of venomous and poisonous animals, and the chapter authors are world leaders in their respective fields of toxicology. All aspects of the topic are covered including information on the biology and taxonomy of poisonous animals, their venom or poison, diagnosis, and general treatment principles and specific treatment. The most up-to-date list of available antivenoms is provided. Coverage of venomous and poisonous animals is comprehensive, with thorough discussions on shellfish poisoning, ciguatera, fugu, coelenterates, stingrays, venous fish, blue-ringed octopus, sea-snakes, scorpions, spiders, insects, and gila lizards. Individual chapters focus on snakes and snakebite in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, Central America, and South America. Nearly all clinical chapters have been written by clinicians with extensive experience treating the particular type of animal envenoming or poisoning under consideration. No other book brings together such a wealth of information in this field, and no other book provides it in a format useful to clinicians charged with the responsibility of treating envenomed or poisoned patients. The Handbook of Clinical Toxicology of Animal Venoms is an essential addition to all medical libraries, emergency departments, toxicology departments, poison information centers, and invaluable to all professionals working in these fields.

Author : Antonella Leone,Gian Luigi Mariottini,Stefano Piraino
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2020-11-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783039432080

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Jellyfish and Polyps by Antonella Leone,Gian Luigi Mariottini,Stefano Piraino Pdf

This Special Issue of Marine Drugs gathers recent investigations on the proteomes, metabolomes, transcriptomes, and the associated microbiomes of marine jellyfish and polyps, including bioactivity studies of their compounds and more generally, on their biotechnological potential, witnessing the increasingly recognized importance of Cnidaria as a largely untapped Blue Growth resource for new drug discovery. These researches evoke the outstanding ecological importance of cnidarians in marine ecosystems worldwide, calling for a global monitoring and conservation of marine biodiversity, so that the biotechnological exploitation of marine living resources will be carried out to conserve and sustainably use the natural capital of the oceans.