The impact of increasing ocean temperatures on the movement and behaviour of the iconic Indo-Pacific fisheries species, coral trout (Old ID 22898)
Role
Principal Investigator
Description
Ocean warming is the most pervasive aspect of climate change, which impacts directly on the distribution, abundance, and population structure of fishes, as well as the viability and sustainability of fisheries. Tropical marine fishes are particularly vulnerable to ocean warming, because species are already exposed to summer temperatures that may have negative consequences for individual condition and fitness. Coral trout are among the most important tropical marine fisheries species, targeted by commercial and artisanal fishers throughout the Indo-Pacific. This study will explore if, and how coral trout mediate or acclimate to extreme temperatures, with a view to better understand the impacts of climate change on wild stocks of these important fishes.
Date
01 Jan 2017 - 30 Sep 2019
Project Type
GRANT
Keywords
Coral Trout;Fisheries;Behaviour;Plectropomus;Climate Change;Temperature
Funding Body
SeaWorld Research and Rescue Foundation Inc
Amount
38815
Project Team
Molly Scott;Jodie Rummer