Life history and ecology of seahorses: implications for conservation and management

Volume: 65, Issue: 1, Pages: 1 - 61
Published: Jul 1, 2004
Abstract
We present the first synthesis of the life history and ecology of seahorses, compare relationships for seahorses with other marine teleosts and identify research needs. Seahorses occurred primarily amidst temperate seagrasses and tropical coral reefs. Population densities were generally low, ranging from 0 to 0·51 individuals m−2, but reached 10 m−2 in some patches. Inferred life spans ranged from 1 to 5 years. Seahorses consumed live prey and...
Paper Details
Title
Life history and ecology of seahorses: implications for conservation and management
Published Date
Jul 1, 2004
Volume
65
Issue
1
Pages
1 - 61
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