Migrations And Dispersal Of Marine Organisms

Author : M.B. Jones,A. Ingólfsson,E. Ólafsson,Gudmundur V. Helgason,K. Gunnarsson,Jorundur Svavarsson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401722766

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Migrations and Dispersal of Marine Organisms by M.B. Jones,A. Ingólfsson,E. Ólafsson,Gudmundur V. Helgason,K. Gunnarsson,Jorundur Svavarsson Pdf

This book represents the Proceedings of the 37th European Marine Biology Symposium, held in Reykjavík, Iceland, 5-9 August 2002. The main themes of the symposium were Migrations and Dispersal of Marine Organisms. These themes are highly relevant today. There is widespread man-aided dispersal (e.g. by ballast water) of marine plants and animals, which may have substantial effects on the regions receiving new species. The new introductions may result in reduced diversity of plants and animals and may affect natural resources in the countries receiving toxic algae and other foreign elements. Studies of changes in distribution and dispersal of marine animals and plants are also highly relevant with reference to the changing climate taking place. The study of dispersal has recently gained new impetus with the discovery of the remarkable communities found on isolated hydrothermal vents and cold water seeps in the world's oceans.

Author : M. B. Jones,A. Ingolfsson,E. Olafsson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2014-09-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9401722773

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Migrations and Dispersal of Marine Organisms by M. B. Jones,A. Ingolfsson,E. Olafsson Pdf

Author : Ashraf M.T. Elewa
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2005-12-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540266044

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Migration of Organisms by Ashraf M.T. Elewa Pdf

Why do some animals migrate? How does migration affect the gene pool? This book discusses these questions and more, in light of the high evolutionary costs and risks of mass movement. The editor presents a collection of topics explaining the migration of organisms through many examples of different groups of marine and non-marine organisms, from micro-invertebrates to large mammals.

Author : Arthur Sperry Pearse
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1936
Category : Animal ecology
ISBN : CORNELL:31924002894420

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The Migrations of Animals from Sea to Land by Arthur Sperry Pearse Pdf

Author : Davis Hugh Dingle Professor in the Department of Entomology and Center for Population Biology University of California
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1996-01-18
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780195358278

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Migration : The Biology of Life on the Move by Davis Hugh Dingle Professor in the Department of Entomology and Center for Population Biology University of California Pdf

Migration is one of the most fascinating and dramatic of all animal behaviors. Historically, however, the study of migration has been fragmented, with ornithologists, entomologists, and marine biologists paying little attention to work outside their own fields. This treatment of the subject shows how comparisons across taxa can in fact illuminate migratory life cycles and the relation of migration to other movements. The book thus takes an integrated ecological perspective, focusing on migration as a biological phenomenon. The work is divided into four parts, each with a brief introductory section. Part I defines migration, gives examples, and places migration in the spectrum of movement behaviors, concluding with a chapter on methods for its study. Part II focuses on proximate mechanisms, including physiology and morphology (and the constraints associated with them), the interactions between migration and wind and current patterns, and the various orientation and navigation mechanisms by which migrants find their way about. Part III on the evolution of migratory life histories addresses the evolutionary and ecological basis for migration and the roles of migration not only in the lives of organisms, but also in the ecological communities in which they live. Part IV is devoted to a brief consideration of migration and its relation to pest management and conservation. As a major contribution to a vital subject, this work will be valued by all researchers and students in the field of animal behavior, ecology, and zoology.

Author : John Roff
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781136538384

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Marine Conservation Ecology by John Roff Pdf

This major textbook provides a broad coverage of the ecological foundations of marine conservation, including the rationale, importance and practicalities of various approaches to marine conservation and management. The scope of the book encompasses an understanding of the elements of marine biodiversity - from global to local levels - threats to marine biodiversity, and the structure and function of marine environments as related to conservation issues. The authors describe the potential approaches, initiatives and various options for conservation, from the genetic to the species, community and ecosystem levels in marine environments. They explore methods for identifying the units of conservation, and the development of defensible frameworks for marine conservation. They describe planning of ecologically integrated conservation strategies, including decision-making on size, boundaries, numbers and connectivity of protected area networks. The book also addresses relationships between fisheries and biodiversity, novel methods for conservation planning in the coastal zone and the evaluation of conservation initiatives.

Author : David Hallock Secor
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2015-06-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781421416120

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Migration Ecology of Marine Fishes by David Hallock Secor Pdf

Secor explains how the four decades of research have employed digital-age technologies--including electronic miniaturization, computing, microchemistry, ocean observing systems, and telecommunications--that render overt the previously hidden migration behaviors of fish. Emerging from the millions of observed, telemetered, simulated, and chemically traced movement paths is an appreciation of the individual fish. Members of the same populations may stay put, explore, delay, accelerate, evacuate, and change course as they conditionally respond to their marine existence. But rather than a morass of individual behaviors, Secor shows us that populations are collectively organized through partial migration, which causes groups of individuals to embark on very different migration pathways despite being members of the same population.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 4318 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2019-04-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128130827

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Encyclopedia of Ocean Sciences by Anonim Pdf

The oceans cover 70% of the Earth’s surface, and are critical components of Earth’s climate system. This new edition of Encyclopedia of Ocean Sciences, Six Volume Set summarizes the breadth of knowledge about them, providing revised, up to date entries as well coverage of new topics in the field. New and expanded sections include microbial ecology, high latitude systems and the cryosphere, climate and climate change, hydrothermal and cold seep systems. The structure of the work provides a modern presentation of the field, reflecting the input and different perspective of chemical, physical and biological oceanography, the specialized area of expertise of each of the three Editors-in-Chief. In this framework maximum attention has been devoted to making this an organic and unified reference. Represents a one-stop. organic information resource on the breadth of ocean science research Reflects the input and different perspective of chemical, physical and biological oceanography, the specialized area of expertise of each of the three Editors-in-Chief New and expanded sections include microbial ecology, high latitude systems and climate change Provides scientifically reliable information at a foundational level, making this work a resource for students as well as active researches

Author : Joop Ringelberg
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2009-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789048130931

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Diel Vertical Migration of Zooplankton in Lakes and Oceans by Joop Ringelberg Pdf

Whatever theory may be advanced to explain diurnal migration, the underlying reactions involved must be demonstrated conc- sively in the laboratory before the explanation can be ?nally accepted George L. Clarke 1933 p. 434 In oceans and lakes, zooplankton often make diel vertical migrations (DVM), descending at dawn and coming up again in late afternoon and evening. The small animals cover distances of 10–40 m in lakes or even a few hundred metres in the open oceans. Although not as spectacular as migrations of birds or the massive movements of large mammals over the African savannas, the numbers involved are very large and the biomass exceed the bulk of the African herds. For example, in the Antarctic oceans swarms of “Krill” may cover kilometres across, with thousands of individuals per cubic metre. These Euphausiids are food for whales, the most bulky animals on earth. Zooplankton are key species in the pelagic food web, intermediary between algae and ?sh, and thus essential for the functioning of the pelagic community. Prey for many, they have evolved diverse strategies of survival and DVM is the most imp- tant one. Most ?sh are visually hunting predators and need a high light intensity to detect the often transparent animals. By moving down, the well-lit surface layers are avoided but they have to come up again at night to feed on algae.

Author : Ernest Naylor
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2010-02-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781139484947

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Chronobiology of Marine Organisms by Ernest Naylor Pdf

Do intertidal organisms simply respond to the rise and fall of tides, or do they possess biological timing and navigation mechanisms that allow them to anticipate when conditions are most favourable? How are the patterns of growth, development and reproduction of some marine plants and animals related to changes in day-length or to phases of the moon? The author describes how marine organisms, from single cells to vertebrates, on sea shores, in estuaries and in the open ocean, have evolved inbuilt biological clockwork and synchronisation mechanisms which control rhythmic processes and navigational behaviour, permitting successful exploitation of highly variable and often hostile environments. Adopting a hypothesis-testing and experimental approach, the book is intended for undergraduate and postgraduate students of marine biology, marine ecology, animal behaviour, oceanography and other biological sciences and also as an introduction for researchers, including physiologists, biochemists and molecular biologists entering the field of chronobiology.

Author : G. Carleton Ray,Jerry McCormick-Ray
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444311242

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Coastal-Marine Conservation by G. Carleton Ray,Jerry McCormick-Ray Pdf

Coastal-Marine Conservation: Science and Policy introduces studentsand managers to complex conservation and management issues facingcoastal nations of the world, their citizens, and international andnon-governmental organizations. It aims to reduce complexity andinspire a greater consensus for more effective conservationaction. Presents the coastal realm as a heterogeneous, diverseecosystem of exceptionall high biological diversity andproductivity, and where conservation challenges are most difficultand urgent Examines the critical issues facing coastal-marine conservationand the mechanisms for dealing with them Reviews the basic science required for addressing conservationissues by presenting the coastal realm as a land-sea ecosystem ofglobal significance, and by reviewing the natural-history featuresof coastal-marine organisms Presents three ecologically and latitudinally distinct"real-world" case studies to create a context for understanding ofregional systems, their cultures, and their conservation: the polarBering Sea, the temperate Chesapeake Bay, and the tropicalBahamas Makes apparent the ecological stresses on the coastal realm,increasing rates of ecosystem change, loss of ecosystem health, andfragmented governance Synthesizes the major challenges for conservation and suggestsfuture policy and management strategies, including ecosystemmanagement and needs for achieving sustainability and addressingthe environmental debt This book is intended for undergraduates and graduates takingcourses in coastal and marine conservation and management, as wellas those actively engaged in coastal-marine conservationactivities, and gives the reader a clear steer to future managementapproaches. References additional to those in the book are available athttp://www.blackwellpublishing.com/pdf/ray_references.pdf The artwork is available to download athttp://www.blackwellpublishing.com/ray/

Author : Larry McEdward
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 485 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-04-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780429610547

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Ecology of Marine Invertebrate Larvae by Larry McEdward Pdf

This is the first book to provide a detailed treatment of the field of larval ecology. The 13 chapters use state-of-the-art reviews and critiques of nearly all of the major topics in this diverse and rapidly growing field. Topics include: patterns of larval diversity, reproductive energetics, spawning ecology, life history theory, larval feeding and nutrition, larval mortality, behavior and locomotion, larval transport, dispersal, population genetics, recruitment dynamics and larval evolution. Written by the leading new scientists in the field, chapters define the current state of larval ecology and outline the important questions for future research.

Author : Tomihiko Higuchi,Ming-Tsung Chung,Chisato Yoshikawa,Yuki Minegishi
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2024-04-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832547397

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Sharing technical knowledge to understand the distribution patterns and migration history of marine organisms by Tomihiko Higuchi,Ming-Tsung Chung,Chisato Yoshikawa,Yuki Minegishi Pdf

Author : Raymond A. Zilinskas,Peter J. Balint
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781461554318

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Genetically Engineered Marine Organisms by Raymond A. Zilinskas,Peter J. Balint Pdf

Genetically Engineered Marine Organisms: Environmental and Economic Risks and Benefits provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary overview of the environmental, economic, and regulatory implications of advances in marine biotechnology. The book has been specifically designed to bridge the gap between the rapidly advancing marine biotechnology industry and the government agencies that are responsible for risk assessment and regulation. Editors Raymond Zilinskas and Peter Balint have brought together experts in risk assessment, marine ecology, biotechnology, economics, and the law, to provide a unique way of examining complex issues in marine biotechnology. The contributors present innovative and challenging recommendations for protecting public health and the environment, while encouraging the development of beneficial new products in the field of marine biotechnology. As an added feature, each chapter includes a comprehensive, up-to-date bibliography. Genetically Engineered Marine Organisms: Environmental and Economic Risks and Benefits will prove invaluable to students, researchers and public employees involved with risk assessment. The book will appeal to industry personnel involved with the preparation of marine biotechnology products; scientists and administrators involved with applied research in marine biotechnology; policy analysts concerned with the economics of marine fisheries; and university personnel who focus on the interaction of risk, technology, and public policy.

Author : R. N. Gibson,R. J. A. Atkinson,J. D. M. Gordon
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2007-06-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781420050943

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Oceanography and Marine Biology by R. N. Gibson,R. J. A. Atkinson,J. D. M. Gordon Pdf

Reflecting the increasing interest in the field and its relevance in global environmental issues, Oceanography and Marine Biology: An Annual Review provides authoritative reviews that summarize results of recent research in basic areas of marine research, exploring topics of special and topical importance while adding to new areas as they arise. This volume, part of a series that regards the all marine sciences as a complete unit, features contributions from experts involved in biological, chemical, geological, and physical aspects of marine science. Including a full color insert and an extensive reference list, the text is an essential reference for researchers and students in all fields of marine science.