[ad_1] Introduction: North Atlantic right whales are one of the most endangered species of whales, with their population declining rapidly due to various human activities, including ship strikes. Ship strikes are one of the leading…
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[ad_1] Introduction Oyster reefs are one of the most productive and valuable ecosystems in coastal areas, providing a wide range of ecosystem services. However, due to overexploitation, habitat destruction, and pollution, oyster populations have declined…
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[ad_1] Introduction Biomonitoring of effluent discharge impacts on coastal water quality is a crucial area of research that aims to assess the ecological and environmental effects of wastewater discharge into coastal waters. Effluent discharge from…
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[ad_1] Introduction Deep water corals play a vital role in marine ecosystems, providing habitat and shelter for a diverse range of marine species. Despite their ecological importance, deep water corals are often poorly understood due…
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[ad_1] Introduction Seismic surveys are a common method used in the oil and gas industry to explore beneath the seabed for potential oil and gas reserves. These surveys involve the use of air guns that…
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[ad_1] Introduction: Oil spills can have devastating effects on estuarine environments, which are critical ecosystems that serve as habitats for a diverse range of plant and animal species. In order to effectively respond to oil…
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[ad_1] Introduction: Marine debris ingestion is a growing concern for marine ecosystems worldwide, with marine megafauna being particularly vulnerable to its effects. Marine megafauna, such as marine mammals, sea turtles, and seabirds, are at risk…
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[ad_1] Introduction Bycatch in shrimp trawls is a significant issue in the fishing industry, leading to the unintentional capture of non-target species, including endangered or protected marine animals. This problem has serious ecological and economic…
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[ad_1] Introduction The underwater environment is constantly bombarded by noise pollution from various anthropogenic activities such as shipping, seismic surveys, and construction. This noise pollution can have significant impacts on marine organisms, including fish. Fish…
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[ad_1] Introduction Seagrass ecosystems are essential for coastal habitats as they provide critical ecological functions such as nutrient cycling, sediment stabilization, and habitat for various marine species. However, these habitats are increasingly facing multiple stressors…
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