Modeling the Distribution of Geodia Sponges and Sponge Grounds in the Northwest Atlantic

Deep-sea sponge grounds provide structurally complex habitat for fish and invertebrates and enhance local biodiversity. They are also vulnerable to bottom-contact fisheries and prime candidates for Vulnerable Marine Ecosystem designation and related conservation action. This study uses species distr...

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Main Authors: Knudby, Anders, Kenchington, Ellen, Murillo, Francisco Javier
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science 2013
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3852940/