Movement and Conservation of Large Marine Fauna
A special issue of Fishes (ISSN 2410-3888). This special issue belongs to the section "Biology and Ecology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 March 2025 | Viewed by 1156
Special Issue Editors
Interests: spatial ecology; marine protected areas; biotelemetry; biologging; elasmobranchs; conservation
2. Instituto do Mar–IMAR, University of the Azores, 9900-140 Horta, Portugal
Interests: ecological modeling; species distribution; biotelemetry; biologging; movement ecology; spatial ecology; teleost; elasmobranch
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Marine ecosystems confront a multitude of human-induced challenges, spanning overfishing, habitat degradation, pollution and climate change, resulting in declining species abundance and compromised ecosystem services. Global-scale exploitation of the high seas, facilitated by technological advances, imperils ecologically significant species, demanding urgent action for marine resource conservation and the achievement of UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Addressing this imperative entails a nuanced understanding of marine species' habitat use and biological functions; nevertheless, a comprehensive spatial understanding of these processes remains elusive. To advance conservation-focused marine spatial planning, we must unravel the complexities of marine species' movements and habitat preferences through targeted research.
This Special Issue embarks on a scientific odyssey into the movement ecology of large marine species. By deciphering intrinsic and extrinsic factors influencing their behaviors, our collective mission is to expand scientific knowledge on this area, providing a rich tapestry of insights and evidence-based guidelines for effective marine conservation. Join us in this dynamic pursuit toward a sustainable future for our oceans.
Dr. André Sucena Afonso
Dr. Bruno Macena
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- anthropogenic pressure
- habitat use
- home range
- marine megafauna
- marine protected areas
- migrations
- movements
- philopatry
- spatial ecology
- site fidelity
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