Informação Projeto Impact of anthropogenic noise on fish fitness
Marine traffic is the most common and chronic source of ocean noise pollution. Recent studies point to detrimental effects on fish but the assessment of impacts on individual fitness and resulting changes at the population level are needed to consider mitigation and management measures. This proposal will evaluate the effect of boat noise on reproductive success, early-life development and survival in two vocal fishes, the meagre (Argyrossomus regius) and the Lusitanian toadfish (Halobatrachus didactylus). Field experiments using a multimethod approach aim to yield ecological relevant results necessary to provide guidelines to regulators.