Effects of aquarium collectors on coral reef fishes in Kona, Hawaii
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Research indicates that aquarium fish collectors have a significant impact on fish species typically captured for aquariums, with seven species out of 10 found to be significantly reduced. Damage to coral between collection and control sites was not significant.
Publication Name: Conservation Biology
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0888-8892
Year: 2003
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Experimental Assessment of Coral Reef Rehabilitation Following Blast Fishing
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Cement slabs, netting, and rocks were tested as potential methods for rehabilitating coral reefs damaged by illegal fishing involving explosives. Rocks were found to be the most effective, simple, and low-cost method for large-scale coral reef rehabilitation.
Publication Name: Conservation Biology
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0888-8892
Year: 2005
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