A5002160490- Marine Biology and Ecology Research
- Microplastics and Plastic Pollution
- Marine Ecology and Invasive Species
- Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies
- Parasite Biology and Host Interactions
- Marine Biology and Environmental Chemistry
- Marine and fisheries research
- Genetic diversity and population structure
- Cephalopods and Marine Biology
- Environmental Toxicology and Ecotoxicology
- Ichthyology and Marine Biology
- Identification and Quantification in Food
- Marine and coastal plant biology
- Marine and environmental studies
- Geology and Paleoclimatology Research
- Recycling and Waste Management Techniques
- Marine Bivalve and Aquaculture Studies
- Amphibian and Reptile Biology
- Fish Biology and Ecology Studies
- Diatoms and Algae Research
- Animal Behavior and Reproduction
- Heavy Metal Exposure and Toxicity
- Helminth infection and control
- Parasites and Host Interactions
- Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
2016-2025
Abstract This study contains the current list of austral pycnogonids together with details their depth range and distribution. To date 264 species have been recorded, accounting for 19.6% 1344 recorded worldwide. One hundred eight are endemic to Antarctic waters, 62 sub-Antarctic, 63 common in both regions, 55 circumpolar. The richest genus is Nymphon , 67 area Scotia Sea. Comparing lists between years 2000 2007 shows that increased expeditions more sampling has circumpolarity decreased...
Aquaculture products are commonplace in markets around the world. However, despite efforts to minimize negative perceptions towards aquaculture, several misbeliefs or myths still persist, and thus globally consumers tend value wild fish more highly than farmed . The lack of information has been shown be one most important causes this preference, driving buying decisions emotional rational. aim study was determine whether scientific-supported contrasting myth could contribute a better...
Prevalence, abundance, concentration, size and composition of anthropogenic items (AIs) (synthetic non-synthetic) ingested by Merluccius merluccius juvenile specimens from near-bottom water samples different localities off the Catalan coast (NW Mediterranean), were characterized. The potential effect AIs on fish condition was assessed through health indicators. Virtually all found in fibres. A mean 0.85 fibres/m3 surrounding observed. Fish a 1.39 (SD = 1.39) items/individual. Cellulosic...
The round sardinella (Sardinella aurita Valenciennes, 1847) is a common pelagic species in the NW Mediterranean, with low economic value. To evaluate its potential as resource, comprehensive study including nutritional status (proximate and fatty acid composition), zoonotic parasites heavy metals of fish captured off coast Barcelona (NW Mediterranean) was carried out. Thus, 200 specimens were seasonally caught aboard commercial purse seiner fishing vessels between 2022 2023. Present results...
Abstract Relief has a profound impact on the genetic structure of species. While geographic ordination variation is assessed in many mountain species, factors involved phenotypic differentiation and its congruence with phylogeographic history have been largely underexplored. This case genus Calotriton . Here we use protocol that allows study, through geometric morphometrics, shape head live animals situ aim obtaining information morphological differentiation. To this end, assess general...
The evolutionary history of Antarctic organisms is becoming increasingly important to understand and manage population trajectories under rapid environmental change. sea spider Nymphon australe, with an apparently large size compared other species, ideal target look for molecular signatures past climatic events. We analysed mitochondrial DNA specimens collected from the continent two islands (AI) infer processes current genetic structure. Demographic analyses suggest populations survived in...
The Montseny brook newt (
The genus Culicoides Latreille 1809 is a well-known vector for protozoa, filarial worms and, above all, numerous viruses. Bluetongue virus (BTV) and the recently emerged Schmallenberg (SBV) are responsible important infectious, non-contagious, insect-borne viral diseases found in domestic ruminants transmitted by spp. Both of these have been detected wild ruminants, but their role as reservoirs during vector-free season still remains relatively unknown. In fact, we tend to ignore possibility...
The Pyrenees represent a natural laboratory for biogeographic, evolutionary and ecological research of mountain fauna as result the high variety habitats profound effect glacial interglacial periods. There is paucity studies providing detailed insight into genetic processes better knowledge on patterns diversity how they are maintained under altitude conditions. This particular interest when considering course past climate conditions glaciations in species which considered site tenacious,...
Ex situ management strategies play an important role in the conservation of threatened species when wild survival cannot be ensured. Molecular markers have become outstanding tool for evaluation and captive breeding programs. Two main genetic objectives should prioritized planning programs: maintenance maximum neutral diversity, to obtain "self-sustaining" populations. In this study, we use 24 microsatellite loci analyze evaluate representativity initial phases program Montseny brook newt,...
The European anchovy (Engraulis encrasicolus) is a small pelagic fish with an outstanding commercial value supporting important fisheries and key component of ecosystems in the Mediterranean Sea. Progressive reductions population size this species has been observed Sea during recent decades, accompanied by decline body condition, as well size/age maturation. Nonetheless, health status not yet assessed using holistic approach. Herein, we analyse anchovy, integrating distinct indicators from...
Biodiversity and biogeographic studies comparing the distribution patterns of benthic marine organisms across Iberian Atlantic Mediterranean waters are scarce. The Pycnogonida (sea spiders) a clear example both endemicity diversity, considered key taxon to study monitor biodiversity patterns. This is first review that compiles data about abundance diversity pycnogonids examines their bathymetric constraints using GIS tools. A total 17762 pycnogonid records from 343 localities were analyzed...