Article
Engineering, Marine
Daeryul Kwon, Mirye Park, Chang Soo Lee, Chaehong Park, Sang Deuk Lee
Summary: Lagoons are natural bodies of water isolated from the sea by sand bars or spits, with distinct ecological characteristics and serving as habitats for migratory birds. Different from estuaries, lagoons are actively studied for their unique biodiversity. The discovery of 11 previously unrecorded diatom species in Korean lagoons highlights the importance of continued research and conservation efforts for these ecosystems.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Ana Clara Sampaio Franco, Francisco Gerson Araujo, Alejandra Filippo Gonzalez Neves dos Santos, Magda Fernandes de Andrade-Tubino, Luciano Neves dos Santos
Summary: This study examined the responses of fish communities in shallow coastal habitats to fluctuating environmental conditions using functional groups to address habitat use and trophic strategy. It was found that different environmental conditions have specific effects on fish groups, with salinity being the key factor structuring coastal lagoons. The characteristics and environmental conditions of different lagoons can lead to variations in fish diversity.
Article
Engineering, Marine
Juan Soria, Rebeca Perez, Xavier Soria-Pepinya
Summary: Coastal lagoons are an important priority habitat in the European environment due to their diverse biological communities. They are relatively recent geological formations that are susceptible to rapid disappearance if environmental conditions change. In the Mediterranean basin, 37 coastal lagoons with a surface area greater than 10 km(2) have been identified. However, most of these lagoons are facing pollution and eutrophication issues, impacting their ecological condition. It is crucial to protect and preserve the cultural values associated with these lagoons.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dominique Munaron, Bastien Merigot, Valerie Derolez, Nathalie Tapie, Helene Budzinski, Annie Fiandrino
Summary: This study assessed the risk of pesticide mixtures in lagoon waters using integrative passive samplers and concentration addition toxicological models. The findings revealed varying compositions and concentrations of dissolved pesticides over the year, with certain substances and transformation products posing a chronic toxicity risk for phytoplankton, crustaceans, and fish. The study suggests a need to review the current EU Water Framework Directive's risk-assessment method.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Richard Takyi, Badr El Mahrad, Francis Kofi Ewusie Nunoo, Richard Adade, Mohamed ElHadary, John Essandoh
Summary: Human activities in coastal lagoons have had a significant impact on their ecology and the ecosystem services they provide. This research in Ghana assessed eleven lagoons using a socio-ecological framework and found that activities such as fishing and farming have led to environmental changes, ultimately affecting human welfare. Therefore, sustainable management of these lagoons is of great importance.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Warren Meredith, Xavier Casamitjana, Xavier D. Quintana, Anna Mencio
Summary: The study found different performances in hydrological dynamics and salinity fluctuations between natural lagoons and newly constructed lagoons, mainly due to differences in morphology, evaporation flux, and low-permeability layers. This has important implications for considering the influence of topography and subsurface sediments, as well as the sensitivity to climate change, when designing and restoring lagoons.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
E. Zhelezova, B. Chubarenko
Summary: Through visual analysis of over 3000 satellite images from 2013 to 2020, it was found that stationary polynyas were common in coastal lagoons in the Northern Hemisphere of the boreal and polar climate zones of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans. The polynyas were classified into flowing and inlet types, with the latter further divided into three subtypes. The distribution and mechanisms of polynyas in the lagoons were discussed, with statistical distributions showing a lognormal distribution function for the polynya areas.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Nora Richter, Ellen C. Hopmans, Danica Mitrovic, Pedro M. Raposeiro, Vitor Goncalves, Ana C. Costa, Linda A. Amaral-Zettler, Laura Villanueva, Darci Rush
Summary: Bacteriohopanepolyols (BHPs) are lipid molecules produced by bacteria and this study characterized their distribution in lakes and coastal lagoons of the Azores Archipelago. High abundance of BHPs associated with methane-oxidizing bacteria were found in sediments of low-oxygen lakes, while water columns contained dominant BHPs such as BHT. Nucleoside BHPs were found in low abundance under oxic conditions but increased near the chemocline, suggesting in situ production. Different BHPs were detected in coastal lagoons, indicating their potential as taxonomic markers.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohammed I. Orif, Yasar N. Kavil, Radwan K. Al-Farawati, V. Sudheesh
Summary: Direct measurements in Al-Shabab and Al-Arbaeen lagoons along the Red Sea coast indicate these lagoons as significant sources of N2O to the atmosphere. The accumulation of N2O is caused by nitrifier-denitrification in oxygen-depleted bottom waters. The ongoing developmental activities may worsen hypoxia and associated biogeochemical feedbacks, emphasizing the need for continuous monitoring of the lagoons.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Oceanography
Rutger De Wit, Penelope Chaubron-Couturier, Florence Galletti
Summary: The property regimes of permanent coastal lagoons in France distinguish between Public Domain and private property of different public entities. Public Domain is inalienable and imprescriptible, while private properties can be sold or transferred. The percentage of private ownership in coastal lagoons has decreased over the years, with an increase in the proportion of Public Domain.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
A. Mencio, E. Madaula, W. Meredith, X. Casamitjana, X. D. Quintana
Summary: Coastal lagoons can be both sinks and sources of various substances, including nutrients and pollutants. Nitrogen plays a more critical role than phosphorus in limiting primary production in these ecosystems, making them highly vulnerable to nitrate pollution.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Taketoshi Kodama, Yukiko Taniuchi, Hiromi Kasai, Tamaha Yamaguchi, Misato Nakae, Yutaka Okumura
Summary: This research developed a methodology for monitoring marine phytoplankton assemblages using an in situ multi-wavelength excitation fluorometer, which demonstrated good estimation of different phytoplankton proportions through conversions between fluorescence and pigment data. Experiments conducted in various sea areas showed that different phytoplankton groups play distinct roles as primary producers in different marine regions.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Elise Lacoste, Auriane Jones, Myriam Callier, Judith Klein, Franck Lagarde, Valerie Derolez
Summary: Mediterranean coastal lagoons play important ecological roles but are vulnerable to multiple pressures. While research has been conducted to improve their ecological status, many still face challenges. This paper reviews the impacts of human-induced pressures on the soft-bottom benthic ecosystem in these lagoons, highlighting the need for more research on climate change, invasive species, and emerging contaminants. It also emphasizes the importance of better understanding and quantifying the cumulative effects of these pressures.
ESTUARIES AND COASTS
(2023)
Article
Oceanography
Ivan Hernandez-Avila, Marie-Anne Cambon-Bonavita, Jozee Sarrazin, Florence Pradillon
Summary: This study aimed to assess the spatial complexity and reproductive development in shrimp populations in the deep-sea Mid-Atlantic Ridge. The results showed that female shrimp brood eggs within dense aggregations exposed to vent fluids, while inactive areas may serve as important mating grounds for adults. Additionally, the study revealed heterogeneity in population structure at a micro-scale, likely due to variations in environmental conditions.
DEEP-SEA RESEARCH PART I-OCEANOGRAPHIC RESEARCH PAPERS
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Chunhui Zhang, Charles G. Willis, Kathleen Donohue, Zhen Ma, Guozhen Du
Summary: The study investigated germination strategies of 789 angiosperm species in the eastern Tibetan Plateau and found that these strategies were influenced by environmental conditions, evolutionary history, and life-history traits. Two major dimensions of germination strategies were identified: early versus late germination and high versus low germination proportions. Low light availability tended to canalize germination strategy into extreme categories. Phylogenetic signal was also found in germination strategies, with related taxa exhibiting similar strategies.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Matteo Zucchetta, Fabrizio Capoccioni, Piero Franzoi, Eleonora Ciccotti, Chiara Leone
Summary: The study compares fish assemblages in three non-tidal Mediterranean coastal lagoons to evaluate the impacts of different management strategies; anthropogenic activities have the greatest influence on water quality and artisanal fisheries play a beneficial role in fish assemblages; lagoon fisheries management relies on maintaining infrastructure that allows exchanges with the adjacent coastal sea.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Francesco Cavraro, Giada Finotti, Giulia Rossato, Matteo Zucchetta, Chiara Facca, Stefano Malavasi
Summary: Habitat loss poses a major threat to fish biodiversity in transitional water ecosystems, particularly in temperate salt marshes. Artificial habitats can serve as a refuge for fish populations, with the use of secondary sexual traits proving to be an effective method for assessing habitat quality and potentially applicable to other fish species and aquatic habitats.
AQUATIC CONSERVATION-MARINE AND FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEMS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Marta Picciulin, Chiara Facca, Riccardo Fiorin, Federico Riccato, Matteo Zucchetta, Stefano Malavasi
Summary: The study revealed high levels of underwater noise in the inlet areas of Venice, which negatively impacted the brown meagre Sciaena umbra in the Mediterranean Sea. Afternoon noise levels were significantly higher compared to night recordings, potentially leading to the reproductive activity of the fish occurring in the noisier parts of the inlets.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marta Picciulin, Marta Bolgan, Chiara Facca, Riccardo Fiorin, Federico Riccato, Stefano Malavasi
Summary: The study revealed that two threatened sciaenid fish species in the Mediterranean, the shi drum and the brown meagre, share their reproductive habitat. Acoustic monitoring techniques can effectively track their distribution, offering valuable data for conservation efforts. This finding highlights the feasibility of using acoustic monitoring to protect marine species in overlapping habitats.
AQUATIC CONSERVATION-MARINE AND FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEMS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Luca Scapin, Matteo Zucchetta, Fabio Pranovi, Piero Franzoi
Summary: This study investigates the impact of morphological variables, habitat distribution, and seascape diversity on artisanal fishery yield in the Venice Lagoon. Broad-scale morphology and seascape significantly influence fishery target species, highlighting the importance of morphological and habitat heterogeneity for artisanal fishery in the lagoon. Habitat restoration at the seascape level should be considered in managing fishery resources in coastal lagoons.
ESTUARIES AND COASTS
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
M. Anelli Monti, D. Brigolin, P. Franzoi, S. Libralato, R. Pastres, C. Solidoro, M. Zucchetta, F. Pranovi
Summary: Implementing management measures to improve ecological status in coastal and transitional water environments is a major challenge within an Ecosystem Based Management approach. The complex relationship between ecosystem functioning and ecological status requires the use of ecological modeling to support BQEs monitoring.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Cristina Andolina, Piero Franzoi, Francesco Cavraro, Andrew L. Jackson, Antonio Mazzola, Salvatrice Vizzini
Summary: This study used carbon and nitrogen stable isotopes to investigate the trophic niche features of the South European toothcarp Aphanius fasciatus in relation to habitat types and fish community. The results showed that A. fasciatus exhibited high trophic adaptability and could allocate resources with co-occurring species based on seasonal changes in resource availability.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Francesco Cavraro, Chiara Facca, Muhammad Naseer, Stefano Malavasi
Summary: The study of three species of Palaemonidae shrimps revealed different reproductive strategies and performances in response to salinity changes. Palaemon elegans had lower hatching success in high salinity conditions, and larval output was highly sensitive to salinity variations. The invasive Palaemon macrodactylus showed a more opportunistic reproductive strategy compared to the other two species.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adriano Sfriso, Alessandro Buosi, Chiara Facca, Andrea Augusto Sfriso, Yari Tomio, Abdul-Salam Juhmani, Marion Adelheid Wolf, Piero Franzoi, Luca Scapin, Emanuele Ponis, Michele Cornello, Federico Rampazzo, Daniela Berto, Claudia Gion, Federica Oselladore, Rossella Boscolo Brusa, Andrea Bonometto
Summary: The paper discusses the results of a 4-year project on aquatic angiosperm transplants in the Venice Lagoon, which successfully restored meadows in areas affected by eutrophication, pollution, and overexploitation of resources. The project demonstrated rapid ecological recovery and cost-effectiveness through small-scale interventions and stakeholder participation, making it easily transferable to similar environments.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marco Picone, Gabriele Giuseppe Distefano, Fabiana Corami, Piero Franzoi, Simone Redolfi Bristol, Marco Basso, Lucio Panzarin, Annamaria Volpi Ghirardini
Summary: The study investigated the concentrations of rare earth elements in the feathers of Sandwich terns in Venice's Lagoon, finding that they were higher than in other bird feathers, with lanthanum being the most abundant. The research suggested that diet is the main exposure route for young terns, and emphasized the need for more data on REEs in aquatic ecosystems.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marta Picciulin, Matteo Zucchetta, Chiara Facca, Stefano Malavasi
Summary: By investigating the breeding site distribution of the brown meagre fish in the Venice sea inlets, it was found that their choice of breeding sites is not influenced by boat noise, but rather by factors such as nighttime, water depth, and water current.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Francesco Cavraro, Chiara Facca, Luca Altavilla, Stefano Malavasi
Summary: The impact of invasive alien species on native communities can be seen in both the structure of the ecosystem and direct interactions. Controlled behavioral studies provide valuable information on the invasive potential of alien species and their impact on native species. In the lab, the competition for food resources between the invasive oriental shrimp and the Mediterranean native shrimp was analyzed.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)