Impact of Vessel Noise on Oyster Toadfish (Opsanus tau) Behavior and Implications for Underwater Noise Management
- ECU Author/Contributor (non-ECU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Cecilia S. Krahforst (Creator)
- Institution
- East Carolina University (ECU )
- Web Site: http://www.ecu.edu/lib/
Abstract: Underwater noise and its impacts on marine life are growing management concerns. This dissertation considers both the ecological and social concerns of underwater noise , using the oyster toadfish (Opsanus tau) as a model species. Oyster toadfish call for mates using a boatwhistle sound , but increased ambient noise levels from vessels or other anthropogenic activities are likely to influence the ability of males to find mates. If increased ambient noise levels reduce fish fitness then underwater noise can impact socially valued ecosystem services (e.g. fisheries).
Additional Information
- Publication
- Dissertation
- Language: English
- Date: 2017
- Keywords
- Fish, Animal Communication, Habitat use, Fitness, Ecosystem-based management, Text analysis, Network analysis
- Subjects
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