Review
Virology
Mona Saleh, Boglarka Sellyei, Gyula Kovacs, Csaba Szekely
Summary: Disease management and pathogen control are crucial for a successful fish farming industry, especially in European catfish farming. While ranavirus and circovirus are well-described pathogens, the etiological role of other viruses in catfish remains unclear, necessitating further investigation.
Article
Agronomy
Cristina Simeanu, Emanuel Magdici, Benone Pasarin, Bogdan-Vlad Avarvarei, Daniel Simeanu
Summary: Quantitative and qualitative flesh production in Silurus glanis species from aquaculture and a natural environment were comparatively studied. The results showed better values in aquaculture catfish in terms of morphology and yield. Postslaughter, the quality and nutritional value of the fish flesh changed during the refrigeration period. The study also found that the origin of the fish and refrigeration period influenced the flesh composition and nutritional value of European catfish.
Review
Ecology
Lucas A. Wauters, Peter W. W. Lurz, Francesca Santicchia, Claudia Romeo, Nicola Ferrari, Adriano Martinoli, John Gurnell
Summary: The eastern gray squirrel has been listed as one of the 100 worst invasive alien species by the IUCN. In Europe, its introduction has resulted in the extinction of native Eurasian red squirrels in the areas it has colonized. This replacement of native species by an alien competitor is a clear example of the devastating effects of biological invasions on native fauna.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Gonzalo Arias, Sebastian Rodolfo Zeballos, Ana Elisa Ferreras
Summary: This study examined the competition between native and nonnative invasive species under contrasting water and light availability. The results showed that the nonnative invasive species Ligustrum lucidum had a greater negative impact on the performance of the native species Lithraea molleoides compared to intraspecific competition and interspecific competition by both nonnatives. The negative effect of L. lucidum on the native species was stronger under higher resource availability, and a joint effect of both nonnatives on the native species was observed under low water availability. These findings emphasize the importance of controlling woody invaders in Argentina and evaluating the joint effects of nonnatives on native species considering multiple traits and resource conditions.
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Samuel Westrelin, Mathieu Moreau, Vincent Fourcassie, Frederic Santoul
Summary: This study analyzed the overwintering behavior of European catfish and found that the formation of aggregations was triggered by low temperatures. The stability of these aggregations was influenced by decreasing temperatures, and individuals were more likely to leave the aggregation at dusk and at night when temperatures increased. Additionally, the size of the fish and the timing of arrival also affected the aggregative behavior.
Article
Forestry
Robert Reuter, Olga Ferlian, Mika Tarkka, Nico Eisenhauer, Karin Pritsch, Judy Simon
Summary: The inorganic and organic nitrogen acquisition of temperate tree species is found to be influenced more by the competitive environment and availability of specific nitrogen sources in the soil rather than the type of mycorrhizal association.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Xiaoliang Zhang, Hongwei Yu, Haihao Yu, Chunhua Liu, Shufeng Fan, Dan Yu
Summary: The study revealed that the native aquatic plant Ludwigia peploides exhibited stronger competitive ability against the invasive plants Myriophyllum aquaticum and Alternanthera philoxeroides in aquatic ecosystems, suppressing their growth and invasion success.
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Chloe Vagnon, Franck Cattaneo, Chloe Goulon, Jean Guillard, Victor Frossard
Summary: This study assessed the vulnerability of whitefish to European catfish invasion in peri-Alpine lakes and found that the catfish effectively consumed whitefish, with young individuals being the most vulnerable. These findings suggest that the European catfish may pose a growing threat to whitefish in the context of global change.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF FISHERIES AND AQUATIC SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Roman Lyach
Summary: This study analyzes the relationship between fisheries management of an apex predator and its putative prey, finding a positive correlation between stocking intensities and yields, and a negative correlation between intensive catfish stocking and yields of non-native fishes.
Article
Plant Sciences
Yuhang Du, Qiaoqiao Zhou, Zenghui Peng, Fangcheng Peng, Lianlian Xi, Youzhi Li
Summary: This study compared the competitive abilities of the widespread species Phragmites australis and the endemic species Triarrhena lutarioriparia in the Dongting Lake wetlands. Field monitoring and manipulation experiments showed that P. australis had higher competitive ability in submerged habitats and lower competitive ability in non-submerged habitats. The niche differences between the two species enabled their coexistence in the wetlands.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jing Yang, Jiahui Lu, RenRen Wang, Xihua Wang, Shaopeng Li, Guochun Shen
Summary: This study investigated the responses of mean trait values of 11 tree species to reduced light and interspecific competition, showing substantial changes in trait differences, community-weighted means, and functional diversity. Incorporating these trait responses improved the identification of effects of low light and interspecific competition on community structure, revealing that strong abiotic filters could promote trait divergence if trait responses were considered. This emphasizes the importance of incorporating species mean trait value responses in trait-based community ecology for a more accurate and sensitive understanding of ecological mechanisms.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Zsuzsanna J. Sandor, Norbert Revesz, Katalin Kinga Lefler, Radmilo Colovic, Vojislav Banjac, Shivendra Kumar
Summary: Two experiments were conducted to evaluate the suitability of corn DDGS as a protein source for European catfish. The results showed that corn DDGS is a beneficial protein source for European catfish and 30% DDGS can be included in their diet without compromising growth performance and nutrient utilization.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Olivia L. Cope, Ken Keefover-Ring, Eric L. Kruger, Richard L. Lindroth
Summary: Research suggests that competition plays a significant role in shaping the genetic architecture of tree populations, leading to dominance of fast-growing tree genotypes with lower defense capabilities. This eco-evolutionary dynamic highlights the impact of competitive interactions on microevolutionary trajectories, significantly influencing community and ecosystem structures over spatiotemporal scales.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2021)
Article
Zoology
Francesco Ferretti, Raquel Oliveira, Mariana Rossa, Irene Belardi, Giada Pacini, Sara Mugnai, Niccolo Fattorini, Lorenzo Lazzeri
Summary: This study investigated the feeding habits of wolves on small carnivores and found that there was temporal and spatial overlap between the two, which suggests that the negative impact of wolves on small carnivores is limited.
FRONTIERS IN ZOOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Victor Frossard, Chloe Vagnon, Nathalie Cottin, Mathieu Pin, Frederic Santoul, Emmanuel Naffrechoux
Summary: This study examined the impact of invasive European catfish on the food web structure and PCB transfer in a large lake ecosystem. The results showed that the invasive catfish had higher PCB contamination and biomagnification compared to the native Northern pike. The findings suggested that the invasive catfish's presence in the ecosystem could enhance the transfer of PCB to higher trophic levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Stefan Woetzel, Marco Andrello, Maria C. Albani, Marcus A. Koch, George Coupland, Felix Gugerli
Summary: This review discusses the emergence of Arabis alpina as a plant model, highlighting its evolutionary history, genomic aspects, and recent progress in studying its developmental traits related to perennial life history and environmental adaptation. The article also presents open questions that could inspire future research in A. alpina, other Brassicaceae species, or more distantly related plant families.
MOLECULAR ECOLOGY RESOURCES
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Marco Andrello, Emily S. Darling, Amelia Wenger, Andres F. Suarez-Castro, Sharla Gelfand, Gabby N. Ahmadia
Summary: Mapping human pressures on coral reefs is crucial for conservation strategies and resource prioritization. The study ranks local pressures including fishing and water pollution as the top stressors worldwide, highlighting the need for effective management even in potential climate refugia. The findings and datasets provide valuable information for managing local pressures on coral reefs globally.
CONSERVATION LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Reed W. Ozretich, Chelsea L. Wood, Fiona Allan, Ahou Rachel Koumi, Rachel Norman, Andrew S. Brierley, Giulio A. De Leo, David C. Little
Summary: The development of water management infrastructures is crucial for addressing population growth and climate change, but it can also increase the risk of waterborne diseases. Farming snail predators through aquaculture can be an effective approach to control schistosomiasis while alleviating economic and nutritional poverty in endemic regions of sub-Saharan Africa.
REVIEWS IN FISHERIES SCIENCE & AQUACULTURE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Andrea Radici, Davide Martinetti, Daniele Bevacqua
Summary: A global epidemic network for stem rust of wheat was created to monitor and control the disease. By simulating air-mass trajectories, land use, and meteorological conditions, the study revealed the global pathways of disease transmission. Using network theory, effective surveillance strategies were designed with an optimal sentinel set for early outbreak detection.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Biology
Laetitia Mathon, Virginie Marques, David Mouillot, Camille Albouy, Marco Andrello, Florian Baletaud, Giomar H. Borrero-Perez, Tony Dejean, Graham J. Edgar, Jonathan Grondin, Pierre-Edouard Guerin, Regis Hocde, Jean-Baptiste Juhel, Eva Kadarusman, Eva Maire, Gael Mariani, Matthew McLean, Andrea Polanco F., Laurent D. Pouyaud, Rick Stuart-Smith, Hagi Yulia Sugeha, Alice Valentini, Laurent B. Vigliola, Indra Vimono, Loic Pellissier
Summary: Using environmental DNA metabarcoding, researchers have found that coral reefs have higher fish biodiversity than previously thought. This method also revealed hidden patterns and provided a fresh perspective on the assembly rules of fish communities on reefs.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Ecology
Marco Andrello, Cassidy D'Aloia, Alicia Dalongeville, Marco A. Escalante, Jimena Guerrero, Charles Perrier, Juan Pablo Torres-Florez, Amanda Xuereb, Stephanie Manel
Summary: This article reviews how intraspecific genetic data have been integrated into the spatial conservation prioritization framework, highlighting their potential in identifying comprehensive conservation area networks that represent genetic diversity and ensure the long-term persistence of biodiversity in the face of global change.
TRENDS IN ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Alexandra Smith, Juan Domingo Aguilar, Charles Boch, Giulio De Leo, Arturo Hernandez-Velasco, Stephanie Houck, Ramon Martinez, Stephen Monismith, Jorge Torre, C. Brock Woodson, Fiorenza Micheli
Summary: This study documents the mass mortality events of abalone in Baja California Sur, Mexico in 2009-2010 and the subsequent rapid recovery of the population. It highlights the effectiveness of a combination of resilience strategies, including marine reserves, fishing closures, and ecological monitoring. The close collaboration between fishers, resource managers, scientists, and NGOs is crucial for designing and implementing successful conservation and management interventions.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Maurice C. Goodman, Gemma Carroll, Stephanie Brodie, Arnaud Gruss, James T. Thorson, Stan Kotwicki, Kirstin Holsman, Rebecca L. Selden, Elliott L. Hazen, Giulio A. De Leo
Summary: This study used spatiotemporal models to investigate the relationship between habitat changes, predation behavior changes, and increased predation pressure in the poorly observed eastern Bering Sea. The findings highlight the complexity of predicting predation dynamics in marine systems and emphasize the need for better methods to understand the potential ecological impacts of species redistributions. Furthermore, the study suggests that simple metrics of spatial overlap can be used to integrate predictions from species distribution models into ecosystem-based fisheries management, particularly for specialized predators.
Article
Agronomy
Marta Zaffaroni, Daniele Bevacqua
Summary: Satisfying the demand for agricultural products while protecting the environment is a challenging task for crop management. Using a model, researchers have identified optimal crop management scenarios that strike a balance between maximizing crop production and minimizing environmental impact.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF AGRONOMY
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Richard E. Grewelle, Javier Perez-Saez, Josh Tycko, Erica K. O. Namigai, Chloe G. Rickards, Giulio A. De Leo
Summary: Researchers have found that using CRISPR gene drive technology to modify the immune system of snails can help reduce the burden of schistosomiasis. However, there are several biological and ecological factors that may hinder the success of this technology in snails, and careful design and evaluation are needed.
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ilaria Anna Maria Marino, Marcello Schiavina, Giorgio Aglieri, Stanislao Bevilacqua, Elisa Boscari, Leonardo Congiu, Sara Faggion, Claudia Kruschel, Chiara Papetti, Tomaso Patarnello, Marta Paterno, Emanuela Voutsinas, Lorenzo Zane, Paco Melia
Summary: Studies on the connectivity of the marbled crab in the Adriatic and Ionian basins revealed that the observed genetic homogeneity is mainly due to regional metapopulation dynamics rather than direct exchange among marine protected areas (MPAs). The study highlights the importance of considering appropriate dispersal features, habitat suitability, reproductive timing and duration when assessing genetic connectivity between MPAs or areas deserving protection.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Laetitia Mathon, Virginie Marques, Stephanie Manel, Camille Albouy, Marco Andrello, Emilie Boulanger, Julie Deter, Regis Hocde, Fabien Leprieur, Tom B. Letessier, Nicolas Loiseau, Eva Maire, Alice Valentini, Laurent Vigliola, Florian Baletaud, Sandra Bessudo, Tony Dejean, Nadia Faure, Pierre-Edouard Guerin, Meret Jucker, Jean-Baptiste Juhel, Kadarusman, Andrea F. Polanco, Laurent Pouyaud, Dario Schworer, Kirsten F. Thompson, Marc Troussellier, Hagi Yulia Sugeha, Laure Velez, Xiaowei Zhang, Wenjun Zhong, Loic Pellissier, David Mouillot
Summary: In this study, environmental DNA analysis was used to investigate the relationship between fish biodiversity and environmental as well as socio-economic factors. The results showed a strong correlation between coastal fish biodiversity and environmental factors worldwide, while also revealing a negative correlation with human dependence on marine ecosystems. Additionally, the study found that a diversity index based on DNA sequences could reliably assess phylogenetic and functional diversity.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Andrea Radici, Joachim Claudet, Alessandro Ligas, Isabella Bitetto, Giuseppe Lembo, Maria Teresa Spedicato, Paolo Sartor, Carlo Piccardi, Paco Melia
Summary: Sustainable management of living resources requires balancing biodiversity conservation and socioeconomic viability of human activities. In the case of fisheries, the complex interactions between fish and fisheries make sustainable management design challenging. Researchers have developed a comprehensive metapopulation framework that integrates data on species life-history traits, connectivity, and habitat distribution to identify priority areas for fishing regulation and assess the spatial distribution of management impacts.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jason R. Rohr, Alexandra Sack, Sidy Bakhoum, Christopher B. Barrett, David Lopez-Carr, Andrew J. Chamberlin, David J. Civitello, Cledor Diatta, Molly J. Doruska, Giulio A. De Leo, Christopher J. E. Haggerty, Isabel J. Jones, Nicolas Jouanard, Andrea J. Lund, Amadou T. Ly, Raphael A. Ndione, Justin V. Remais, Gilles Riveau, Anne-Marie Schacht, Momy Seck, Simon Senghor, Susanne H. Sokolow, Caitlin Wolfe
Summary: In many low- and middle-income countries, there is a lack of sustainable solutions for infectious diseases, food and water challenges, and poverty. In West Africa, agricultural development and fertilizer use contribute to the spread of schistosomiasis by promoting the growth of aquatic vegetation, which serves as a habitat for snails that transmit the disease. A cluster randomized controlled trial showed that removing invasive vegetation from water points reduced infection rates in schoolchildren and improved water access. The removed vegetation can be used as livestock feed or converted into compost for crop production, providing economic incentives and public health benefits.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Charlotte Seve, Mokrane Belharet, Paco Melia, Antonio Di Franco, Antonio Calo, Joachim Claudet
Summary: This study assesses the effects of different management policies on conservation and fisheries outcomes using a model. The results show that spatial management is more effective than nonspatial management, and conservation and fisheries outcomes increase with increasing levels of protection. Areas connected through larval dispersal between MPAs have higher fisheries outcomes, but catch increases are preceded by a short-term decrease.
CONSERVATION LETTERS
(2023)
