Article
Environmental Sciences
Michele Leduc, Arnaud Abadie, Christophe Viala, Alban Bouchard, Laura Iborra, Quentin Fontaine, Gilles Lepoint, Michel Marengo, Gerard Pergent, Sylvie Gobert, Pierre Lejeune, Briac Monnier
Summary: Posidonia oceanica in Mediterranean develops a complex belowground structure capable of storing large amounts of carbon over thousands of years. Mapping techniques and sediment sampling were used to assess the size and variability of carbon stocks. This study quantifies the organic and inorganic carbon stocks in the P. oceanica matte of Calvi Bay using sub-bottom profiler imagery and sediment core analysis. The data revealed the heterogeneity of blue carbon stocks in seagrass meadows and discussed the variability of carbon storage capacity influenced by substrate.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xavier Turon, Jesus Zarcero, Adria Antich, Owen Simon Wangensteen, Enric Ballesteros, Emma Cebrian, Candela Marco-Mendez, Teresa Alcoverro
Summary: Reliable biodiversity assessments are crucial for monitoring species decline, and DNA metabarcoding techniques can provide fast and comprehensive evaluation of diversity. However, standardized adaptations for each ecosystem are necessary for effective implementation. In this study, a protocol for metabarcoding seagrass meadows was developed and tested, revealing high diversity and clear differentiation between samples. This tool has the potential to deliver important data for the protection and management of seagrass habitats.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Arianna Pansini, Mar Bosch-Belmar, Manuel Berlino, Gianluca Sara, Giulia Ceccherelli
Summary: Seagrass meadows play a crucial role in maintaining coastal ecosystems, but their integrity is endangered by human disturbances. Active restoration is considered a reliable strategy for enhancing seagrass ecosystem recovery. However, valuable information on the effectiveness of past restoration actions and experimental efforts is crucial for making correct management decisions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Susana Llorens-Escrich, Elena Tamarit, Sebastian Hernandis, Noela Sanchez-Carnero, Miguel Rodilla, Isabel Perez-Arjona, Marek Moszynski, Vicente Puig-Pons, Jose Tena-Medialdea, Victor Espinosa
Summary: Using a low-cost acoustic method to estimate shoot density and cover of Posidonia oceanica meadows can indirectly indicate their health status. The vertical configuration of the sonar and the advantages of improved beam path and detection invariance against boat rolling make this method practical and effective.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alice Rotini, Chiara Conte, Gidon Winters, Marlen I. I. Vasquez, Luciana Migliore
Summary: Seagrasses host diverse bacterial communities that can establish symbiotic relationships with the seagrass plants. This study used 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing to explore the microbiome associated with Posidonia oceanica leaves in two different geomorphological meadows. The results showed similar bacterial community structure and composition in both sites, indicating that P. oceanica maintains characteristic-associated bacterial communities even under different environmental conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Jonathan Richir, Willy Champenois, Jimmy de Fouw, Alberto V. Borges
Summary: The study aimed to determine the natural variability of DMSP and DMSO contents in the seagrass Posidonia oceanica, showing a close link between the two molecules and their potential involvement in the physiological response of the seagrass to heat stress. Additionally, selecting middle-aged leaf tissues with organosulfur molecule content similar to the average value calculated for the seagrass leaf bundle appeared to be the best choice for studying DMSP and DMSO in that species. More research is needed to understand the biosynthetic pathways, evolutionary reasons, and physiological functions of these molecules in seagrasses.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Luigi Piazzi, Stefano Acunto, Francesca Frau, Fabrizio Atzori, Maria Francesca Cinti, Laura Leone, Giulia Ceccherelli
Summary: The study evaluated the effectiveness of environmental engineering techniques for restoring Posidonia oceanica meadows, showing that both degradable and non-degradable mats provided encouraging results in terms of plot loss and cutting survival. The techniques proved to be cost-effective and conducive to the colonization of other organisms, contributing to the establishment of a natural habitat.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yvonne Y. Y. Yau, Gloria Reithmaier, Claudia Majtenyi-Hill, Oscar Serrano, Nerea Pineiro-Juncal, Martin Dahl, Miguel Angel Mateo, Stefano Bonaglia, Isaac R. Santos
Summary: Seagrass meadows are important carbon sinks, but their carbon sink capacity may be countered by methane emissions. This study measured carbon dioxide and methane fluxes in a seagrass-dominated coastal embayment in the Mediterranean Sea. The results showed that areas with dense seagrass meadows had lower methane emissions, likely due to photosynthesis limiting methane fluxes. Sediments were identified as the major source of methane, and dilution and methane oxidation in the water column reduced net methane fluxes into the atmosphere. Overall, seagrass meadows offset only a small fraction of carbon burial in sediments through methane emissions on both local and global scales.
JOURNAL OF GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH-BIOGEOSCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Panagiota Photiou, Loukas Koutsokeras, Georgios Constantinides, Michalis Koutinas, Ioannis Vyrides
Summary: The study demonstrates that thermally treated seagrass residues can effectively adsorb phosphate from real wastewater, serving as a low-cost adsorbent material with high selectivity. Seagrass residues showed high adsorption capacity and selectivity towards phosphate, with lower adsorption towards NH4+ and organic compounds.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Aldi Kuqo, Aaron Kilian Mayer, Stephen O. Amiandamhen, Stergios Adamopoulos, Carsten Mai
Summary: Two types of geopolymer-bonded boards, geopolymer particleboards (GP) and geopolymer sandwich boards (GSB), were produced using wetting and dry mixing techniques. Seagrass fibers added to GSB improved bending strength and toughness by 20% and 40% respectively. The addition of lignocellulosic aggregates increased bending strength up to 8.9 N mm-2. GSB exhibited slightly higher fire resistance compared to GP. FT-IR, XRD analysis, and visual examination confirmed effective mixing of the precursor and alkaline activator.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
G. Mancini, D. Ventura, E. Casoli, A. Belluscio, G. D. Ardizzone
Summary: The research on the restoration of seagrass ecosystems damaged by the Concordia shipwreck demonstrates that the recovery of P. oceanica can be accelerated through restoration protocols. The study highlights the importance of adopting case-specific restoration strategies during the recovery process.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Charles-Francois Boudouresque, Aurelie Blanfune, Gerard Pergent, Thierry Thibaut
Summary: Some seagrass species in the Mediterranean have declined, while others are progressing, potentially impacting the presence of other seagrasses. Natural recolonization has been faster and more widespread than previously thought, but sometimes inadequate, necessitating transplanting operations. Despite various proposed restoration techniques, long-term monitoring is often lacking.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Briac Monnier, Gerard Pergent, Miguel Angel Mateo, Philippe Clabaut, Christine Pergent-Martini
Summary: This article presents a study on estimating carbon stocks in Posidonia oceanica meadows in the Mediterranean region. The research utilizes biogeochemical analysis to reveal the high variability of organic and inorganic carbon stocks in different environmental conditions. The study provides valuable insights into the spatial heterogeneity of carbon stocks in seagrass sediments, improving the accuracy of blue carbon assessments.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Christine Pergent-Martini, Gerard Pergent, Briac Monnier, Charles-Francois Boudouresque, Christophe Mori, Audrey Valette-Sansevin
Summary: Coastal marine vegetation, particularly the Mediterranean endemic species Posidonia oceanica, demonstrates high efficiency in carbon fixation and storage, making it a significant carbon sink in the efforts to mitigate climate change.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Carlos Astudillo, Vicente Gracia, Ivan Caceres, Joan Pau Sierra, Agustin Sanchez-Arcilla
Summary: New flume experiments with surrogate seagrass meadows were conducted to evaluate the effect on wave attenuation, sediment transport, and shoreline erosion. The presence of seagrass reduced wave heights, decreased sediment transport, and resulted in smaller shoreline retreat, demonstrating its effectiveness in coastal protection.
COASTAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jose Miguel Sandoval-Gil, Juan M. Ruiz, Lazaro Marin-Guirao
Summary: Hypersaline conditions in coastal systems have profound effects on seagrass meadows and their socio-ecological benefits. Recent research has contributed significantly to understanding the physiological basis of seagrass-hypersalinity interactions, although most studies are limited to a few species. Photosynthesis and carbon metabolism are commonly studied variables, but other key metabolic processes are also attracting attention.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biology
Jessica Pazzaglia, Emanuela Dattolo, Miriam Ruocco, Alex Santillan-Sarmiento, Lazaro Marin-Guirao, Gabriele Procaccini
Summary: This study analyzed the dynamics of DNA methylation (DNAm) in marine plants in response to environmental changes. The results showed that temperature and nutrient conditions had significant effects on DNAm, highlighting the potential role of environmental factors in regulating species adaptation and phenotypic differences.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biology
Julia Santana-Garcon, Scott Bennett, Nuria Marba, Adriana Verges, Rohan Arthur, Teresa Alcoverro
Summary: Climate-driven species redistributions are reshuffling marine ecosystems by altering herbivory impacts. This study examines the effects of tropicalization in the Mediterranean Sea on herbivory dynamics and reveals a shift from seagrass herbivory to macroalgal herbivory driven by changes in feeding behavior and fish species composition. The findings suggest that herbivory contributes to the vulnerability of seaweed communities and the resilience of seagrass meadows in tropicalized ecosystems.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Judit Jimenez-Casero, Maria Dolores Belando, Jaime Bernardeau-Esteller, Lazaro Marin-Guirao, Rocio Garcia-Munoz, Jose Luis Sanchez-Lizaso, Juan Manuel Ruiz
Summary: In the Mediterranean, anthropogenic pressures, especially nutrient loads, have been moved to deeper off-shore areas to protect marine biodiversity. However, little attention has been given to the deepest areas of vulnerable marine habitats such as Posidonia oceanica. A study shows that off-shore nutrient discharge has a remote influence on the physiology and structure of deep P. oceanica meadows, even at distances within the km scale. These findings highlight the need to correct the underestimated critical distances between priority habitats and nutrient discharge points for effective conservation.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jaime Bernardeau-Esteller, Jose Miguel Sandoval-Gil, Maria Dolores Belando, Aranzazu Ramos-Segura, Rocio Garcia-Munoz, Lazaro Marin-Guirao, Juan Manuel Ruiz
Summary: In coastal lagoons, marine benthic macrophyte meadows can function as temporary nitrogen sinks, limiting the availability of this nutrient for opportunistic organisms, thus playing a key role in resisting eutrophication.
Article
Plant Sciences
Maria Cristina Gambi, Valentina Esposito, Lazaro Marin-Guirao
Summary: Very small-sized shoots of Posidonia oceanica, called bonsai shoots, were discovered in the areas with high CO2 emissions and low pH off Panarea island. These bonsai shoots had significantly lower leaf surface and leaf biomass compared to normal-sized shoots collected within the vents and control sites unaffected by gas emissions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Abdulqader Khamis, Ameer Abdulla, Elrika D'Souza, Nachiket Kelkar, Rohan Arthur, Ebrahim Al Khalifa, Hani Bader, Teresa Alcoverro
Summary: Dugongs in the Arabian Gulf are poorly understood compared to their well-studied Australian counterparts. This study utilized various methods to determine the persistence of large dugong groups around Bahrain and emphasized the need for careful management and regular monitoring to protect this globally important population. Establishing a regional network of marine protected areas is recommended to enhance conservation efforts.
AQUATIC CONSERVATION-MARINE AND FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Farai Divan Patel, Wenzel Pinto, Mayukh Dey, Teresa Alcoverro, Rohan Arthur
Summary: Predicted sea-level rise and increased storm frequency due to climate change pose a significant threat to low-lying inhabited coral atolls. The coral reef frameworks, which act as their primary defense, are influenced by factors at different spatial scales and their carbonate budgets indicate the growth and integrity of these frameworks. Our study on three inhabited atolls in the Lakshadweep Archipelago revealed that the net carbonate budgets of the reefs were below optimal production rates, mainly due to mass bleaching events and local impacts. Carbonate production was affected by recent disturbances, while erosional rates were more influenced by local factors.
Article
Ecology
Mario Minguito-Frutos, Jordi Boada, Jordi F. Pages, Candela Marco-Mendez, Rohan Arthur, Matthew P. Adams, Teresa Alcoverro
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between the vertical distribution of seagrass species and their plant traits. The results show that the vertical distribution of seagrasses is mainly influenced by their acclimatization capacity, including saturation irradiance, leaves per shoot, and above-ground biomass. In contrast, seagrass size and growth/reproductive strategy have no predictive power on their vertical distribution.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hung Manh Nguyen, Miriam Ruocco, Emanuela Dattolo, Federica Paola Cassetti, Sebastiano Calvo, Agostino Tomasello, Lazaro Marin-Guirao, Mathieu Pernice, Gabriele Procaccini
Summary: This study examined the adaptation of Posidonia oceanica to local environmental conditions, focusing on the Stagnone di Marsala coastal lagoon. Results showed higher salinity and temperature levels within the lagoon compared to the outer lagoon regions. Genetic analysis revealed genetic isolation and high clonality of the innermost site, with certain outlier loci associated with plant stress response and development regulation. This study provides important insights into the genetic basis of seagrass adaptation to local conditions.
Article
Ecology
Laia Illa-Lopez, Alex Aubach-Masip, Teresa Alcoverro, Giulia Ceccherelli, Luigi Piazzi, Periklis Kleitou, Jorge Santamaria, Jana Verdura, Neus Sanmarti, Elvira Mayol, Xavi Bunuel, Mario Minguito-Frutos, Fabio Bulleri, Jordi Boada
Summary: Abiotic environmental conditions can significantly influence species interactions, particularly plant-herbivore interactions that depend on temperature and nutrients. The stability of vegetated ecosystems like marine forests can be affected by overgrazing, leading to the spread of barrens on temperate rocky reefs. Understanding the novel feedbacks and conditions that contribute to the formation and maintenance of barrens is crucial for reversing these trends. This study explores the role of a secondary herbivore, limpets, in reinforcing the stability of barrens formed by sea urchin overgrazing under different nutrient conditions.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Agustin Moreira-Saporiti, Mirta Teichberg, Eric Garnier, J. Hans C. Cornelissen, Teresa Alcoverro, Mats Bjork, Christoffer Bostrom, Emanuela Dattolo, Johan S. Eklof, Harald Hasler-Sheetal, Nuria Marba, Lazaro Marin-Guirao, Lukas Meysick, Irene Olive, Thorsten B. H. Reusch, Miriam Ruocco, Joao Silva, Ana I. Sousa, Gabriele Procaccini, Rui Santos
Summary: Over the past three decades, quantitative approaches based on organism traits have advanced ecological research by establishing links between environmental drivers, functional traits, and ecosystem functions. The ecology of seagrasses, a research subfield, has frequently used trait-based approaches but lacks synthesis. This study compiled a comprehensive trait-based response-effect framework (TBF) and applied it to the global seagrass literature, identifying gaps and opportunities for further research.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xavier Turon, Jesus Zarcero, Adria Antich, Owen Simon Wangensteen, Enric Ballesteros, Emma Cebrian, Candela Marco-Mendez, Teresa Alcoverro
Summary: Reliable biodiversity assessments are crucial for monitoring species decline, and DNA metabarcoding techniques can provide fast and comprehensive evaluation of diversity. However, standardized adaptations for each ecosystem are necessary for effective implementation. In this study, a protocol for metabarcoding seagrass meadows was developed and tested, revealing high diversity and clear differentiation between samples. This tool has the potential to deliver important data for the protection and management of seagrass habitats.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Atefeh Zendehboudi, Azam Mohammadi, Sina Dobaradaran, Gabriel E. De-la-Torre, Bahman Ramavandi, Seyed Enayat Hashemi, Reza Saeedi, Emran Moradpour Tayebi, Ahmad Vafaee, Amirhossein Darabi
Summary: This study investigated the characteristics and ecological risks of microplastics (MPs) in ballast water for the first time, and found high levels of MP pollution. These findings contribute to our understanding of the sources and risks of microplastics in marine ecosystems.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rose Boahemaa Pinto, Linda Bogerd, Martine van der Ploeg, Kwame Duah, Remko Uijlenhoet, Tim H. M. van Emmerik
Summary: Catchment-scale plastic pollution assessments provide insights into the sources, sinks, and pathways of plastic pollution. We propose an approach to quantify macroplastic transport and density in the Odaw catchment, Ghana, and find that the urban riverine zone has the highest transport, while the urban tidal zone has the highest riverbank and land macroplastic density.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aliya Baidourela, Qian Sun, Gongxin Yang, Umut Halik, Zhongkai Dong, Kaixu Cai, Guili Sun, Wenya Zhang, Sisi Cheng
Summary: The study focused on heavy metal pollution in the green vegetation of a suburban industrial area in Tuokexun County, Xinjiang, China. The results showed that the overall level of heavy metal pollution in the soil was minor, with mercury (Hg) being the most severe contamination, likely caused by human activities. The composition of heavy metal elements in trees was more stable compared to grass and shrubs, with varying concentrations across different vegetation. Shrubbery was found to be the most effective in heavy metal restoration, and there were disparities in heavy metal enrichment among different vegetation types.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
James H. Bridson, Hayden Masterton, Beatrix Theobald, Regis Risani, Fraser Doake, Jessica A. Wallbank, Stefan D. M. Maday, Gavin Lear, Robert Abbel, Dawn A. Smith, Joanne M. Kingsbury, Olga Pantos, Grant L. Northcott, Sally Gaw
Summary: Plastic pollution has significant environmental impacts, largely due to chemical additives. However, the behavior of plastic additives in marine environments is not well understood. A marine deployment experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of weathering on the extractables profile of four types of plastics in New Zealand over a period of nine months. The concentration of additives in polyethylene and oxo-degradable polyethylene was strongly influenced by artificial weathering, while polyamide 6 and polyethylene terephthalate showed minimal change. These findings emphasize the importance of considering leaching and weathering effects on plastic composition when assessing the potential impact and risk of plastic pollution in receiving environments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alan G. Scarlett, Francis D. Spilsbury, Steven J. Rowland, Marthe Monique Gagnon, Kliti Grice
Summary: This study used diamondoid hydrocarbon distributions to identify the sources of environmental oil contamination. A suite of 20 diamondoids was found to accumulate in fish adipose tissue. The scatter plots of indices between fish and exposure oils showed a close to ideal 1:1 relationship, which can be used to determine the origin of the oil.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shan Jiang, Mengmeng Wan, Kun Lin, Yanshan Chen, Rui Wang, Liju Tan, Jiangtao Wang
Summary: In this study, the concentration, composition, distribution, and sources of PCBs in surface seawater of the Bohai Bay were analyzed. The results showed that PCBs in the Bohai Bay had high concentrations and were primarily derived from land-based sources such as port activities and river inputs. The PCBs in the Bohai Bay may come from commercial PCBs and their incineration products, municipal landfills, wood and coal combustion, and industrial activities, etc.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Icaro S. A. Porto, Saulo V. A. Dantas, Caio S. A. Felix, Francisco A. S. Cunha, Jailson B. de Andrade, Sergio L. C. Ferreira
Summary: This study evaluated the risks of mercury levels in sardines consumed by low-income population in Salvador, Brazil. The results showed that the mercury content in the sampled sardines posed no risks to human health. This study is significant as most sardines in Salvador come from Todos os Santos Bay, which has a history of mercury contamination.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiahui Chen, Chengyu Yuan, Guanqun Zhai, Guangcheng Chen, Heng Zhu, Jun Liu, Yong Ye
Summary: This study investigated the combined influences of species selection and site elevation on greenhouse gas fluxes from restored mangrove soils. The results suggest that Avicennia marina should be selected for mangrove restoration to minimize carbon release and reduce the influence of greenhouse gas fluxes on the global greenhouse effect.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emmanuel Onyeabor, Uju Obuka
Summary: The Gulf of Guinea region in Africa is a significant area for coastal countries, playing a vital role in their economic and environmental development. This study aims to reduce marine plastic pollution in the region by utilizing legal instruments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuanli Liu, Stephan Luttjohann, Alvise Vianello, Claudia Lorenz, Fan Liu, Jes Vollertsen
Summary: Large area attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (LAATR-FTIR) is a novel technique for detecting small microplastics, with limited accuracy for large microplastics. However, it shows promise in homogeneous matrices. The spectra quality is comparable between transmission mode and LAATR mode.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Phuc T. D. Le, Andrew M. Fischer, Britta D. Hardesty, Heidi J. Auman, Chris Wilcox
Summary: This study explores the relationship between ocean currents and the accumulation of floating marine debris (FMD) and finds that higher concentrations of FMD are associated with frontal frequencies (FF). FMD is primarily trapped in accumulation zones between fronts and the coastline, which have high biodiversity value.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rosa Sawan, Perine Doyen, Florence Viudes, Rachid Amara, Celine Mahfouz
Summary: Few studies have examined the impact of urbanization and meteorological events on microplastics discharged into the sea through rivers. Surface water samples were collected from two Lebanese rivers, with differing degrees of urbanization, during dry and wet periods. The results showed that the most industrialized river had a significantly higher abundance of microplastics compared to the less-industrialized river. There was also a correlation between particle contamination and the season at each site, with microplastic concentrations highest on the first day of the wet season. These findings highlight the importance of considering meteorological events in accurately assessing plastic pollution influx into coastal waters.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Katherine R. Shaw, Jonathan L. Whitney, Eileen M. Nalley, Madeline C. Schmidbauer, Megan J. Donahue, Jesse Black, Raquel N. Corniuk, Kellie Teague, Rachel Sandquist, Catherine Pirkle, Rachel Dacks, Max Sudnovsky, Jennifer M. Lynch
Summary: This study examines the ingestion of plastic in reef fish in the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Plastic particles were found in the gastrointestinal tracts of multiple fish species. However, further analysis revealed that these particles were actually natural materials and posed no threat to human consumers.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Revati Hardikar, C. K. Haridevi, Shantaj Deshbhratar
Summary: This study investigated the variability in phytoplankton functional structure using a trait-based approach and explored the relationship between species traits and environmental factors, as well as their impact on ecosystem functioning. The results revealed that morphological traits, temperature, and ammonia played a decisive role in the seasonal succession of phytoplankton species. It was found that certain traits favored higher biomass production but might hinder energy transfer efficiency. The strong correlation between environmental variables and phytoplankton functional structure supports the practical implementation of a trait-based approach in studying phytoplankton community dynamics under different environmental conditions.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Engki A. Kisnarti, Nining Sari Ningsih, Mutiara R. Putri, Nani Hendiarti, Bernhard Mayer
Summary: This study examines the movement patterns of plastic marine debris in Indonesian waters, revealing that Indonesia contributes significantly to transboundary marine debris in the Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean, and the South China Sea. Most of the debris remains in Indonesian waters and moves back and forth due to the influence of monsoon currents.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)