Impact of vessel noise on oyster toadfish (Opsanus tau) behavior and implications for underwater noise management / by Cecilia S. Krahforst.
| Author/creator | Krahforst, Cecilia S. author. |
| Other author | Luczkovich, Joseph J., degree supervisor. |
| Other author | East Carolina University. Coastal Resources Management Program. |
| Format | Theses and dissertations |
| Publication | [Greenville, N.C.] : [East Carolina University], 2017. |
| Description | 421 pages : illustrations (some color), maps, charts |
| Supplemental Content | Access via ScholarShip |
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| Summary | 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). |
| General note | Presented to the faculty of the Institute for Coastal Science and Policy, Coastal Resources Management. |
| General note | Advisor: Joseph J. Luczkovich. |
| General note | Title from PDF t.p. (viewed June 20, 2017). |
| Dissertation note | Ph.D. East Carolina University 2017. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Technical details | System requirements: Adobe Reader. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
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