Islands in the Sand Ecology and Management of Nearshore Hardbottom Reefs of East Florida
1st Edition 2020
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Nearshore hardbottom reefs of Florida's east coast are used by over 1100 species of fishes, invertebrates, algae, and sea turtles. These rocky reefs support reproduction, settlement, and habitat use, and are energy sources and sinks. They are also buried by beach renourishment projects in which artificial reefs are used for mitigation. This comprehensive book is for research scientists and agency personnel, yet accessible to interested laypersons including beachfront residents and water-users.
An unprecedented collection of research information and often stunning color photographs are assembled including over 1250 technical citations and 127 figures. These shallow reefs are part of a mosaic of coastal shelf habitats including estuarine seagrasses and mangroves, and offshore coral reefs.
These hardbottom habitats are federally designated as Essential Fish Habitats - Habitats of Particular Concern and are important feeding areas for federally-protected sea turtles. Organismal and assemblage responses to natural and man-made disturbances, including climate change, are examined in the context of new research and management opportunities for east Florida's islands in the sand.
Book information
ISBN: | 9783030403560 |
Publisher: | Springer International Publishing |
Imprint: | Springer |
Pub date: | 23 Oct 2020 |
Edition: | 1st Edition 2020 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 472 |
Weight: | 898g |
Height: | 235mm |
Width: | 155mm |
Spine width: | 27mm |