Subject: Call for proposals re: coral reef conservation projects Date: Wed, 02 Jan 2002 10:20:45 -0500 From: Roger B Griffis Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration To: CORAL Announce , Coral Reefs Egroup , CMPAN , corallist , _NOAA Coral ** For Distribution ** Funding available for coral reef conservation projects. Call for proposals from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (www.nfwf.org). In partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and others, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is accepting proposals for projects that build public-private partnerships to reduce and prevent degradation of coral reefs and associated reef habitats (e.g. seagrass beds, mangroves etc.). Projects may address causes of coral reef degradation wherever they occur, from inland areas to coastal watersheds to the reefs and surrounding marine environment. Proposals are due April 3, 2002 (no exceptions). Additional information provided below. For application instructions or other information see http://www.nfwf.org/programs/coralreef.htm or contact Michelle Pico (pico@nfwf.org). _____________________________________________ FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR CORAL REEF CONSERVATION PROJECTS The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is accepting proposals for projects that build public-private partnerships to reduce and prevent degradation of coral reefs and associated reef habitats (e.g. seagrass beds, mangroves etc.). Projects may address causes of coral reef degradation wherever they occur, from inland areas to coastal watersheds to the reefs and surrounding marine environment. Proposals should support partnerships that provide solutions to specific problems to help prevent coral reef degradation through one or more of the following activities: Reducing impacts from pollution and sedimentation; Reducing impacts from over-harvesting and other fishing activities; Reducing impacts of tourism and boating; Restoring damaged reefs; Increasing community awareness through education and stewardship activities. Proposals are due April 3, 2002 (no exceptions). Background Coral reefs and their associated habitats are among the most biologically diverse and complex ecosystems in the world. This incredible diversity supports economies through activities such as tourism, fishing, and pharmaceutical production. Despite their importance, coral reefs are rapidly being degraded and destroyed by a variety of human impacts such as pollution, overfishing, and physical disturbance to the reefs. Priority projects will include those that: 1.Build public-private partnerships, develop innovative partnerships, are community-based, involve multiple stakeholders; 2.Provide solutions to specific problems to reduce and prevent degradation of coral reefs in the above listed areas; 3.Are coordinated and consistent with on-going coral reef conservation initiatives such as International Coral Reef Initiative's Framework for Action and Renewed Call to Action , the U.S. National Action Plan (U.S. Coral Reef Task Force, State and Territorial coral reef management programs, and U.S. All Islands Coral Reef Initiative, as appropriate; 4.Are focused on U.S. domestic, U.S. insular (territorial, commonwealth), Freely Associated States (Micronesia, Marshall Islands and Palau), Caribbean or Mesoamerican coral reef ecosystems; 5.Address an unmet need that will provide direct benefits to coral reefs; 6.Target a specific audience and address specific threats with a hands-on approach. Awards and Matching Funds Most grants will be between $10,000 and $50,000. The average grant will be approximately $25,000. Proposals should describe projects or progress that can be achieved in a 12 month time period but may be part of a long-term effort. All projects should include matching funding from project partners at a minimum ratio of 1:1 - although leverage ratios of 2:1 are preferred. As most of the grant dollars available for coral conservation will be federal (U.S. Department of Commerce=s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), matching contributions must be from non-federal sources. Eligible Applicants Applications will be accepted from U.S. or international non-profit organizations, academic institutions and government agencies (except U.S. federal agencies). U.S. federal agencies are encouraged to work collaboratively with non-federal project partners. To Apply: Submit application, see below. Electronic versions of the application form for coral reef conservation are available below. Applicants will be notified after August 5th as to the status of their proposal. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation does not anticipate another call for coral reef conservation proposals before January of 2003. If you have any questions about the program, please contact Michelle Pico (pico@nfwf.org). --------------------------------------------------------------------- Roger Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/OCRM 1305 East West Highway Pager: 888-995-4334 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4012 MD Work: 301-713-3155x104 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: Coral Reefs of Brazil: Synthesis of Current Knowledge Date: Wed, 2 Jan 2002 16:45:10 GMT From: "Frank KELMO" Organization: University of Plymouth To: Coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Collegues, Please accept my apologies for this short notice. Happy New Year, Frank. ----------------------------------- CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS Book: Coral Reefs of Brazil: Synthesis of Current Knowledge Edited by F.Kelmo & M.Attrill Scientists working on Brazilian coral reefs are urged to submit a title and abstract (500 words) written in English. Proposed themes include: Evolution of reef biota; Advances in molecular biology and their application to reef sciences; Dynamics of reef ecosystems in space and time; Natural and anthropogenic disturbances; Coral diseases; Reef Management; Assessment and Monitoring; Preservation and Restoration; Reef Fish; Reef geometries and sea level fluctuations; Corals as recorders of ocean atmospheric processes; Coral growth and reef growth; Geological record and diagenesis. Submission of a title plus abstract must be transmitted electronically to fkelmo@plymouth.ac.uk, together with a letter of intent, by 25 Jan 2002. Authors of successful abstracts will be required to submit the full paper by 5 April 2002. This must not exceed 15000 words and photos must be submitted in TIFF format (instructions to contributors will be available after acceptance of an abstract). Reviews will be accepted under invitation only. Authors willing to submit papers outside the proposed themes must contact the editors prior submission of an abstract. Short listed papers will be peer reviewed and the final decision for publication in the book will rely on the editors' discretion. Accepted papers must be revised and returned to the editors by 31 July 2002. If you require any further information contact the editors by email: fkelmo@plymouth.ac.uk F.Kelmo Coral Reef Ecology Benthic Ecology Research Group 613 Davy Building, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Devon, PL4 8AA United Kingdom. Phone: +44 (0)1752 232951 (Lab) +44 (0)870 712 5852 (home) Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 E-mail: fkelmo@plymouth.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: spiny lobster growth as indicator of coral reef health. Date: Thu, 03 Jan 2002 15:59:07 -0500 From: "Craig Bonn" Organization: NOAA Beaufort Lab To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Colleagues, Anyone having information on studies using spiny lobster growth as an indicator of overall ecosystem health (coral reefs) and could share that information I would really appreciate it. A mark and recapture study is being considered as part of a research proposal. Suggestions welcomed! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab 101 Pivers Island Road Cellular: 252-725-4794 Beaufort Fax: 252-728-8740 North Carolina Work: 252-728-8777 28512 Additional Information: Last Name Bonn First Name Craig Version 2.1 Subject: Coral Reef Grant Program Implementation Guidelines Public Comment Date: Thu, 03 Jan 2002 12:58:23 -1000 From: "Michael P. Hamnett" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov A number of folks have asked me where they could locate the request for public comment on the Coral Reef Grant Program Proposed Implementation Guidelines for public comment. I got the following off the NOAA Coral Reef page. FYI: Announcement NOAA Publishes Coral Reef Grant Program Proposed Implementation Guidelines for Public Comment On December 10, 2001, NOAA published Proposed Implementation Guidelines for the Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program, per the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000. The Proposed Guidelines were published in the Federal Register for review. Public comments will be accepted until January 14, 2002. You can download the following files from this site: http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/ A PDF copy of the Proposed Implementation Guidelines. A text version of the Proposed Implementation Guidelines. A PDF copy of the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000. Michael P. Hamnett, PhD Director Social Science Research Institute Social Sciences Building, Suite 704 University of Hawaii 96822 Phone: (808) 956-7469 Fax: (808) 956-2884 e-mail: hamnett@hawaii.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Job Announcement Date: Thu, 3 Jan 2002 17:30:59 -0800 (PST) From: Lolita Penland To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Subject: RE: Craig Bonn posting on spiny lobster growth as an indicator of overall ecosystem health? Date: Fri, 4 Jan 2002 11:19:33 -0500 From: Jack Sobel To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov While spiny lobster growth studies may have considerable value for a number of reasons (maybe even as an indicator of overall ecosystem health), their value as an indicator of overall ecoystem health is not clear to me. Spiny lobster abundance, population age and size structure, average age & size, etc. would seem to have greater value as indicators of overall ecosystem health, especially given the potentially important role spiny lobsters may play in structuring coral reef communities and the intense fishery that exists for them. How would you evaluate overall ecosystem health based on spiny lobster growth rates, if successful in assessing them? Would a high growth or a low growth rate indicate a "healthy ecosystem"? A natural, intact, healthy coral reef ecosystem with abundant, large, and naturally-structured spiny lobster population might have low growth rates versus a badly overfished, collapsing, coral reef ecosystem with few adult lobsters present and altered predator-prey relationships...but which would you consider healthier? ******************************************************** Jack A. Sobel, Director Ecosystem Programs The Ocean Conservancy 1725 DeSales St. NW, Suite #600 Washington, DC 20816 Phone: (202) 429-5609 or (202) 857-3270 Fax: (202) 872-0619 Email: jsobel@oceanconservancy.org Web: ******************************************************** Colleagues, Anyone having information on studies using spiny lobster growth as an indicator of overall ecosystem health (coral reefs) and could share that information I would really appreciate it. A mark and recapture study is being considered as part of a research proposal. 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Subject: Job Announcement: CORAL Science Fellow Date: Fri, 04 Jan 2002 10:58:52 -0800 From: Marina Cole To: "Majordomo coral.aoml.noaa.gov" POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: CORAL Science Fellow The Coral Reef Alliance: Founded in 1994, the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) is a member-supported, non-profit organization dedicated to keeping coral reefs alive around the world. With assistance from over 10,000 supporters, CORAL promotes coral reef conservation by working with the dive industry, governments, local communities and other organizations to protect and manage coral reefs, fund conservation efforts and raise public awareness. Specific programs include the Coral Parks Program, the recently established International Coral Reef Information Network (ICRIN) public education campaign, the Dive Operators Certification Program, the Microgrants Program, the Bonaire Dive Festival, Dive In To Earth Day, and maintaining an international network of coral reef conservation groups. Headquartered in Berkeley, California, CORAL also has staff in Bonaire and Carlsbad, CA. Visit CORAL¹s award-winning website at www.coral.org. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The CORAL Science Fellowship was created with an Environmental Science Program Grant from Environmental Defense and funding from the International Coral Reef Action Network, of which CORAL is a founding member. The purpose of the fellowship is to provide CORAL with the ³state of the science² on coral reef ecology and to help translate that data into powerful conservation messages for non-scientists, both within CORAL and for general use with CORAL¹s target audiences of divers, other coral reef organizations, and policy makers. CORAL is leading a major four-year, global public awareness program on coral reefs ­ known as the International Coral Reef Information Network (ICRIN) ­ and will be helping hundreds of organizations around the world develop and distribute their own public awareness materials on coral reefs and will work with the media to create broad and localized public awareness of coral reef issues. The Science Fellow will serve as the scientific expert for these activities. The Science Fellow will be supervised by the Executive Director and will liaise with Dr. Rod Fujita, CORAL Board member and senior scientist at Environmental Defense as well as other coral reef scientists on the CORAL Science Advisory Board, which the Science Fellow will create and manage. During the first year the Science Fellow will: * Review collected education and outreach materials for errors and gaps and identify areas where coral reef ngos could be using science more effectively to advance their arguments. Prepare a report identifying most common scientific claims, mistakes and gaps and create a list of ³basic principles² upon which new awareness and education materials should be based; * Create a CORAL Science Advisory Board, using scientists already on CORAL¹s Board and Advisory Boards as well as a broad range of noted scientists in the field; * Prepare one or two page science briefing papers on important coral reef issues for important decision-makers in coral reef areas; * Adapt five science briefing papers to create short stories for media contacts; * Assist CORAL staff in maintaining current coral reef scientific publications and papers for its in-house library; * Identify areas where further coral reef conservation research is needed and help identify programs and scientists and graduate students that might be willing to take on that research. Qualifications: Required: _ A Ph.D. in coral reef ecology; _ Strong writing skills and an ability to translate scientific jargon into compelling narrative for the non-scientist; _ Ability to interact and communicate with multiple constituencies, such as science advisory board, staff, and other coral reef ngo¹s; _ Excellent research and library skills; _ Ability to discern themes and trends and distill into key points. A plus: _ Experience in communications or media work; _ Ability to thrive in a non-profit organization that values teamwork, cooperation and communication; sense of humor. Contact: Jobs The Coral Reef Alliance 2014 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA 94704 Fax: 510-848-3720 Email: jobs@coral.org (no calls, please) Ideal Start date: March 2002 Position Open Until Filled ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: log base for H' Date: Sat, 5 Jan 2002 14:23:04 +0800 From: "LWSze" To: Dear all, I have a small question here and would appreciate feed back from coral-listers: What is the influence of the base of logarithms used (log10, loge, log2) to calculate the Shannon's diversity index for coral reefs? What is the most appropriate log base to use for Shannon's index? best wishes, Wah Sze Lee Borneo Marine Research Institute Universiti Malaysia Sabah LB 2073 88999 KK SABAH MALAYSIA Subject: Guidelines for design of artificial reefs - request for Date: Sat, 05 Jan 2002 11:28:31 +0200 From: nadav shashar To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov comments Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov In Eilat, Israel- on the northern tip of the Red Sea a plan is going on to construct an artificial coral reef on some mostly sandy areas (near the north beach for those who know the area). The main purpose of the artificial reef is to serve as a divers attraction and to divert pressure away from natural reefs. Secondary goals are providing shelter and place to grow for reef organisms and possibly increase biodiversity and recruitment on natural reefs. A whole set of guidelines are being prepared as to insure that the artificial reef will not damage the natural environment, etc. We are planning to put out a call for designers, architects, students etc. and to place a competition (with prizes) for the design of the artificial reef or for large units in it. For this I would like to ask your help in setting the guidelines for this design. Please note that the main focus of the guidelines is environmental preservation and safety. Artistic issues for example, are not taken into account. Please take a look at the following guidelines and comment on them. Please reply directly to me (no need to bother everybody). I you are interested in the final copy of these guidelines let me know as well. I thank you all for your time and effort Sincerely Nadav Shashar Nadav Shashar - Ph.D. The Interuniversity Inst. for Marine Sciences P.O. Box 469, Eilat, 88103 Israel Phone: (972)-8- 6360111 Fax: (972)-8-6374329 E-mail: nadavs@cc.huji.ac.il http://www.iui-eilat.ac.il/nadav.htm -------------------------------------------- Guidelines for the design of artificial reefs and artificial-reef units Each unit will be designed, built, and placed such that if needed it can be taken out of the water using technology and equipment available at the local area (city, town, etc.). In essence, each unit will come with its own hook or ring to be used for pulling out attached to it. The funding for such extraction will be provided and set aside in advance. The materials used will be only materials PROVEN to have no harmful effects on the environment and on marine organisms. This applies to materials themselves and to any breakdown product that can be expected to occur during the existence of the reef in the water. No oils, antifouling materials, paints or other coating materials will be used. Artificial reefs are items planed for existence for generations to come. Therefore, the design, material, and structure, should be durable for a long time. For planning proposes, one should plan on durability for 100 years from deployment. This planning should take into consideration corrosion, effects of storms in the scale that occur at the location of deployment, boring of animals, etc. The strength of the structure should account for additional weight by growth of corals on it. Covering of the structure by corals and other creatures should not be considered as a strengthening component. The structure will be complex on multiple levels to provide habitats to a range of organisms. This complexity means having numerous holes and crevasses in a range of sizes from 3 cm to 50 cm in diameter, use of surfaces at different orientations (vertical, horizontal, and slanted at different directions), use of flat surfaces as well as smaller "wire type" circular polls, etc. Whenever possible, smooth surfaces should be avoided. Certain regions of the reef, having high structural complexity, will be physically blocked away from visitors' (mostly divers) accesses. This is to provide animals, mainly fish, living on the reef, a refuge from human intervention. The reef will be planed to minimize blocking of water currents in its area and of sand movement near the bottom. Passages and holes will used to allow water flow through it and if needed it will be placed on stands to lift it from the bottom. No area or region of the artificial structure will be blocked from the open water such that to prevent water circulation. The design will prevent the accumulation of sediments on it. Slopes, holes, vertical walls, gaps, etc. will be sued so that sediments will fall to the bottom of the sea. Height of the planed structure should be at least 10 m above the bottom. It should be expected that there would be very limited coral settlement on the lower 2 m- mainly due to the effects of sand. If the structure is planed to come close to the water surface- limited if not null coral settlement and growth should be expected in the top 2 m- due to storms and waves actions. The design should be attractive to visitors (divers) from the day of deployment without depending neither on coral growth nor on fish populations. This attractiveness should not be reduced or diminished due to erosion or other long-term effects of being submerged, nor due to growth of algae, coral or other organisms on it. Portions of the artificial reef, located at different depths, will have large horizontal surfaces to allow groups and classes of divers to stand on, or to perform practices. The artificial reef will be planed to require no or minimal amount of maintenance, and such that most such maintenance will be modular. The reef will be planed and built with outmost concern to safety. All passages will be designed to prevent divers from being caught in them and free easy accent should always be available. The design should also take into account and prevent trapping of sea turtles, dolphins, or other large animals. All parts of the reef will be planed and set such that they can be lowered from a ship/ barge without needed side chains, sinkers or other means that might negatively affect the surrounding area. The total area occupied be the artificial reefs will take no more than 20% of the over all area available for the park, and all of this area will be considered affected by strong human intervention. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re:Spiny lobster growth as an indicator Date: Sat, 05 Jan 2002 13:10:42 -0500 From: "Craig Bonn" Organization: NOAA Beaufort Lab To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Thanks all of you for your timely and influential responses. I also concur that perhaps this idea needs to be looked at again. It was not mine originally and that is why I asked for your help. On the other hand, Im am involved in research that is focusing on several areas except health, and I did want to include something where we could get some indication of the overall health of the reef system we are involved with. There are numerous methods I would suppose-censusing known corrallivores for example, but we are limited as to what we can do due to both depth and bottom times. This is a Carribean reef and the average depth of our transect stations is 100'. Again, suggestions are welcomed. One idea that I did have was the mark and recapture of juvenile fishes using traps. Pomacentrids, I think, stick pretty much to their home reef sites and never ventrue very far away as do other less mobile species. Of course the presence or non-presence of coral diseases is something else we could look at. But determining that from a 60X4 meter transect using video for example, is that really an indication of overall health? You folks are the experts and Im just a techinician with a real interest. Thanks --------------------------------------------------------------------- Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab 101 Pivers Island Road Cellular: 252-725-4794 Beaufort Fax: 252-728-8740 North Carolina Work: 252-728-8777 28512 Additional Information: Last Name Bonn First Name Craig Version 2.1 Subject: Re: log base for H' Date: Sat, 5 Jan 2002 16:35:50 -0600 (CST) From: "Richard B. Aronson" To: LWSze CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov No, it does not matter since they are multiples of each other. What does matter is calculating H' the same way as it is calculated for any other datasets to which you are comparing your results. Most people use either log10 or loge. Regards, Rich Aronson On Sat, 5 Jan 2002, LWSze wrote: > Dear all, > > I have a small question here and would appreciate feed back from > coral-listers: > > What is the influence of the base of logarithms used (log10, loge, log2) to > calculate the Shannon's diversity index for coral reefs? What is the most > appropriate log base to use for Shannon's index? > > > best wishes, > Wah Sze Lee > Borneo Marine Research Institute > Universiti Malaysia Sabah > LB 2073 > 88999 KK SABAH > MALAYSIA > > > > > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: GBR bleaching Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2002 11:12:04 +1000 From: "Ove Hoegh-Guldberg" To: Jan 5 2002 - checked reef crest after getting reports from tourists of bleaching in the intertidal - found bleached corals from intertidal to 10 m at several sites around Heron Island on the southern Great Barrier Reef. Rough visual estimates - approximately 10-20% of the corals on the reef crest and slope (down to 10 m) are affected strongly. Acroporas are mainly affected at this point although there is a general paling of most species. Pocillopora, Stylophora and Seriatopora are among the next most affected species. Water temperatures reveal that Heron Island is warm - and that we are at least at the broad bleaching threshold for this region. Pictures can be seen at: http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/ohg/gbr-2002/ Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg Director, Centre for Marine Studies University of Queensland St Lucia, 4072, QLD Australia Phone: +61 07 3365 4333 Fax: +61 07 3365 4755 Email: oveh@uq.edu.au My staff page: http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/staff/ohg.html International students- College at sea on the Great Barrier Reef! http://www.collegeatsea.marine.uq.edu.au/ Researchers: Visit the Great Barrier Reef Research Stations. http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/stations.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Sea Anemone Identification Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2002 15:57:51 -0800 (PST) From: joseph paul To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Listers, I am a marine biologist from India interested in confirming the identity of sea anemones from India. I have been working along these lines for sometime, but specific identification has not been achieved. I would welcome any comment/suggestion/help from anyone on this issue. Thanking you Joseph Paul popychenkavalam@yahoo.com __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Send FREE video emails in Yahoo! Mail! http://promo.yahoo.com/videomail/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: MAA's standards Date: Mon, 07 Jan 2002 19:21:34 From: "Juan Torres" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov >Dear coral-listers: >Merry Chrstmas to you all from Puerto Rico! >I am working on the effects of UV radiation on Acropora cervicornis and >Porites furcata. So far, I have found around 8-9 different mycosporine-like >amino acids (MAA's) in both species. Among them are: >Mycosporine-glycine, Mycosporine-2glycine, palythinol, usujirene and >palythene. Yet, I don't have any standards to prove these are really the >compounds. I wonder if any of you have some or know of a way of acquiring >them? Any information will be greatly appreciated. >Thanks, >Juan L. Torres >University of PR, Dept. Marine Sciences >PO Box 3210 >Lajas, PR 00667 >Ph: (787) 899-7773 >Fax: (787) 899-2630 > >_________________________________________________________________ >Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com > >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the >menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: What could be bleached? Date: Tue, 8 Jan 2002 17:11:54 +0930 From: "Gomelyuk, Victor" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I wander if colleagues would like to share their experiences on bleaching marine organisms other than corals (but also containing symbiotic zooxantellae)? I 've noticed bleaching of giant clam and some sea anemone. Any literature sources on this phenomenon? Regards, V.Gomelyuk Dr Victor E. Gomelyuk Marine Scientist Cobourg Marine Park PO Box 496 PALMERSTON NT 0831 AUSTRALIA phone 61 (08) 8979 0244 FAX 61 (08) 8979 0246 victor.gomelyuk@plmbay.pwcnt.nt.gov.au ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: What could be bleached? Date: Tue, 08 Jan 2002 08:42:22 -0500 From: Pam Muller Organization: USF College of Marine Science To: "Gomelyuk, Victor" CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov My students and I have been studying bleaching in reef-dwelling foraminifera for just over a decade. We have published a several papers on bleaching and related symptoms (increased succeptibility to predation, test breakage and bioerosion, as well as reduced recruitment) in these protists. Two dissertations on our data set were defended in the past month, so several more papers on our unique long-term data set from Conch Reef (thanks to the NOAA-NURC-Florida Keys Program) are planned for submission in the near future. I will send a list of existing publications directly to Victor. If anyone else is interested in the list, please contact me. If anyone else has published anything on bleaching in reef-dwelling foraminifera, please let me know. Pamela Hallock, Professor College of marine Science University of South Florida 140 7th Avenue S. St. Petersburg, FL 33701 pmuller@marine.usf.edu "Gomelyuk, Victor" wrote: > I wander if colleagues would like to share their experiences on bleaching > marine organisms other than corals (but also containing symbiotic > zooxantellae)? I 've noticed bleaching of giant clam and some sea anemone. > Any literature sources on this phenomenon? > > Regards, > > V.Gomelyuk > > Dr Victor E. Gomelyuk > Marine Scientist > Cobourg Marine Park > PO Box 496 PALMERSTON NT 0831 AUSTRALIA > phone 61 (08) 8979 0244 > FAX 61 (08) 8979 0246 > victor.gomelyuk@plmbay.pwcnt.nt.gov.au > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: What could be bleached? Date: Wed, 9 Jan 2002 10:54:56 +1200 From: "Samisoni Sauni, MSP-USP" Organization: USP To: Pam Muller , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Pam: I am a PhD student and interested in the same list of existing publications you send to Victor. Many thanks Samasoni Sauni On 8 Jan 02, at 8:42, Pam Muller wrote: > My students and I have been studying bleaching in reef-dwelling foraminifera > for just over a decade. We have published a several papers on bleaching and > related symptoms (increased succeptibility to predation, test breakage and > bioerosion, as well as reduced recruitment) in these protists. Two > dissertations on our data set were defended in the past month, so several more > papers on our unique long-term data set from Conch Reef (thanks to the > NOAA-NURC-Florida Keys Program) are planned for submission in the near future. > > I will send a list of existing publications directly to Victor. If anyone > else is interested in the list, please contact me. > > If anyone else has published anything on bleaching in reef-dwelling > foraminifera, please let me know. > > Pamela Hallock, Professor > College of marine Science > University of South Florida > 140 7th Avenue S. > St. Petersburg, FL 33701 > pmuller@marine.usf.edu > > > > "Gomelyuk, Victor" wrote: > > > I wander if colleagues would like to share their experiences on bleaching > > marine organisms other than corals (but also containing symbiotic > > zooxantellae)? I 've noticed bleaching of giant clam and some sea anemone. > > Any literature sources on this phenomenon? > > > > Regards, > > > > V.Gomelyuk > > > > Dr Victor E. Gomelyuk > > Marine Scientist > > Cobourg Marine Park > > PO Box 496 PALMERSTON NT 0831 AUSTRALIA > > phone 61 (08) 8979 0244 > > FAX 61 (08) 8979 0246 > > victor.gomelyuk@plmbay.pwcnt.nt.gov.au > > > > ~~~~~~~ > > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > Project Coordinator Post Harvest & Fisheries Development Project Marine Studies Program The University of the South Pacific PO Box 1168, Suva, Fiji Islands Tel: 679 212879, 212051 Fax: 679 301490 email: sauni_s@usp.ac.fj ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: new address Date: Wed, 9 Jan 2002 17:57:09 +0100 From: "christine.schoenberg" To: PORIFERA@JISCMAIL.AC.UK, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, SKOLITHOS@LISTSERV.REDIRIS.ES Dear all, I have a new address as of 1.1.2002 (see signature below). Cheers, Christine Dr. Christine Schoenberg Max Planck Institute of Marine Microbiology Dept. Microsensor Techniques Celsiusstr. 1 28359 Bremen GERMANY ph +421-2028-804 (extension -818 from February onwards) fax +421-2028-690 cschoenb@mpi-bremen.de ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Test yourselves! Date: Wed, 09 Jan 2002 17:08:14 +0000 From: "Mark Spalding" To: Coral listers...and especially any involved in educational stuff or with kids, might be interested to have a go at the following games: http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/blueplanet/webs/index.shtml It was designed to go with the BBC Blue planet film on coral reefs, and I was very impressed with the quality of the design and accuracy of the information. Happy New Year Mark __________________________________________ Mark Spalding, PhD Senior Marine Ecologist UNEP-World Conservation Monitoring Centre www.unep-wcmc.org 219 Huntingdon Road Tel: +44 (0)1223 277314 Cambridge, CB3 0DL Fax: +44 (0)1223 277136 UK e-mail:mark.spalding@unep-wcmc.org or Research Associate Cambridge Coastal Research Unit Department of Geography Downing St Cambridge UK --------------------------------------------------------------- This E-mail and any attachments are private, intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, they have been sent to you in error: any use of information in them is strictly prohibited. The employer reserves the right to monitor the content of the message and any reply received. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Global Marine Aquarium Database Date: Wed, 09 Jan 2002 17:42:28 +0000 From: "Ed Green" To: The UNEP-World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) is pleased to announce a new database on the trade in aquarium species, the Global Marine Aquarium Database. This is available at http://www.unep-wcmc.org/marine/gmad Users of the Global Marine Aquarium Database will have access to approximately 50,000 records of trade in live aquarium species and may query these geographically (e.g. the number of fish exported from the western Pacific to North America) and taxonomically (e.g. the top ten most traded families of invertebrates in global trade). A more detailed description of the database and supporting project follows below. Further data collection is ongoing and the Global Marine Aquarium Database is continuously being updated, with the release of the next version scheduled for April. Comments, and notification of any errors especially in the names of invertebrates, would of course be appreciated. Best fishes, Ed Dr. Edmund Green Head, Marine and Coastal Programme UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre 219 Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0DL United Kingdom Tel: (44) 1223 277314 Fax: (44) 1223 277136 >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Since April 2000 the UNEP-WCMC and the Marine Aquarium Council (MAC) have been collaborating with members of trade associations to establish a Global Marine Aquarium Database (GMAD) as a freely available source of information on the global aquarium industry. Our common objective is to centralise, standardise and provide fast and easy access to information on the aquarium trade. Description of GMAD There is no monitoring or reporting framework for the global aquarium trade. This means that the best source of quantitative data are the wholesale import and export companies who link the supply and retail ends of the business. As a matter of routine business practice companies keep records of their sales, either as paper copies of their invoices or on company computer databases. The exact nature of these records varies, but all record the quantity of any individual species bought or sold, the date of each transaction and the source or destination of the shipment. Company sales records are therefore an excellent source of data on marine aquarium species in trade, and the only source for species not recorded under any other process (e.g. CITES). UNEP-WCMC and MAC have established good working relationships with such companies from all around the world. They have provided us with access to their sales records which are the core data in GMAD. These data have been through a careful and methodical period of data conversion (e.g. paper based records have been computerised) and formatting (e.g. data from different electronic systems have been placed into a single standardised format). Data from 45 representative wholesale exporters and importers of marine aquarium species have been harmonised by this process into a single publicly available Global Marine Aquarium Database. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> --------------------------------------------------------------- This E-mail and any attachments are private, intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, they have been sent to you in error: any use of information in them is strictly prohibited. The employer reserves the right to monitor the content of the message and any reply received. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Don'tGiveUpOnU.S.CaribReefFish Date: Wed, 09 Jan 2002 14:39:17 -0400 From: Alexander Stone Reply-To: a_stone@reefkeeper.org Organization: ReefKeeper International To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov ****************************************** * R E E F D I S P A T C H * * January 10, 2002 * * _____________________________________ * * ARE WE GOING TO GIVE UP * * ON REBUILDING OVEREXPLOITED * * U.S. CARIBBEAN REEF FISH POPULATIONS? * ****************************************** A Periodic Inside Look at a Coral Reef Issue from Alexander Stone, ReefGuardian International Director __________________________________________________ Dear Friend of Coral Reefs: If you looked at catch statistics showing that your 1999 grouper fishery landings had shrunk to less than 25% of what they were in 1985, would you conclude that you were getting maximum sustainable yield from your fishery? No? The U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management Council has. If the last scientific analysis of your fishery had found that your reef fish populations were continuing to be overexploited -- AND declining landing trends since then confirmed that finding -- would you adopt catch level rules that legitimized that status quo and doomed your snapper and grouper stocks to depleted conditions? No? The U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management Council just did. Is this what the situation must come to? Do we have to throw up our hands, give up on rebuilding our reef fish stocks to abundant levels, and just hope we can keep the stocks from sliding any further down their depletion path? ReefGuardian says no. And I hope you will say no too. ReefGuardian International is challenging those proposed new reef fish catch level rules for the U.S. Caribbean. We've formally petitioned the National Marine Fisheries Service to reject them. And we're asking groups and individuals to sign on to a rejection petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFish/PetitionUSC.html. I hope you will do so. The U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management Council recently approved new levels of reef fish catch and fishing mortality to meet the Council's legal requirements under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Under this federal law, fish stocks must be managed to prevent overfishing, end overfishing where it is occurring, and institute rebuilding plans for species that are overfished. Instead of doing that, the approved reef fish catch levels would legitimize present depleted reef fish populations and promote overfishing. The National Marine Fisheries Service, the federal agency ultimately responsible to Congress for overseeing Council actions and managing U.S. fisheries, is reviewing those reef fish catch levels for possible implementation in 2002. ReefGuardian has formally petitioned the National Marine Fisheries Service to reject the catch levels, which are contained in proposed Amendment 3 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Reef Fish Fishery of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. ReefGuardian has presented 3 major complaints against the proposed reef fish catch rules, which you can read in full at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFish/MoreInfoUSC.html The fishery's latest stock assessment report, prepared by the Council's own Scientific and Statistical Committee, concludes that "...there is reasonable evidence to suggest that many [reef fish] species continue to be overexploited." This is the best scientific information available for this fishery. Under the Magnuson-Stevens Act, the proposed reef fish catch rules violate National Standard Two of the Act by not being based on that best scientific information available. The Council assumed -- without providing any basis for the assumption -- that current catch rates and current reef fish population sizes are both at Maximum Sustainable Yield levels. That the evidence points to overfishing was not even considered. Under the Magnuson-Stevens Act, that means that the proposed reef fish catch rules violate National Standard One of the Act because they will not prevent overfishing. The Council approved the proposed reef fish catch rules without presenting and evaluating ACTIONABLE alternative management measures that could be compared against the proposed reef fish catch rules. And that means that the National Environmental Policy Act was violated because the Act requires that the Council consider a reasonable range of actionable alternatives to any actions they propose. It would be an understatement to say that I am flabbergasted by the Council's actions. ReefGuardian warned Council staff and voting members of these legal shortcomings not once but FOUR different times between the first airing of the draft rules in June and the Council's approval vote in August. We are shocked and outraged. And I think you should be too. We're doing the only thing we can do. ReefGuardian International is asking the National Marine Fisheries Service to immediately reject Amendment 3 and its reef fish catch rules, and to direct the U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management Council to begin development at once of true sustainable catch rules for U.S. Caribbean reef fish. I hope you'll join us in this demand by signing the petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFish/PetitionUSC.html Thanks for caring, Alexander Stone Executive Director ReefGuardian International *************************** http://www.reefguardian.org *************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Grad. Program Info Request Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2002 00:21:50 +0000 From: "jenny kauffman" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Greetings Coral-List, I am currently looking for Graduate School Programs or specific professors who specialize in Coral Reef Restoration / Coastal Habitat Restoration. If anyone has any reccomendations that would be greatly appricieated. Cheers, Jennifer Kauffman ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: Click Here ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Global Marine Aquarium Database - correction to url Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2002 07:58:17 +0000 From: "Ed Green" To: Global Marine Aquarium Database - correction to url There is an error in the link I circulated yesterday: Correct link http://www.unep-wcmc.org/marine/GMAD/ (ie GMAD in upper case) My apologies for any confusion, Ed >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The UNEP-World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) is pleased to announce a new database on the trade in aquarium species, the Global Marine Aquarium Database. This is available at http://www.unep-wcmc.org/marine/gmad Users of the Global Marine Aquarium Database will have access to approximately 50,000 records of trade in live aquarium species and may query these geographically (e.g. the number of fish exported from the western Pacific to North America) and taxonomically (e.g. the top ten most traded families of invertebrates in global trade). A more detailed description of the database and supporting project follows below. Further data collection is ongoing and the Global Marine Aquarium Database is continuously being updated, with the release of the next version scheduled for April. Comments, and notification of any errors especially in the names of invertebrates, would of course be appreciated. Best fishes, Ed Dr. Edmund Green Head, Marine and Coastal Programme UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre 219 Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0DL United Kingdom Tel: (44) 1223 277314 Fax: (44) 1223 277136 >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Since April 2000 the UNEP-WCMC and the Marine Aquarium Council (MAC) have been collaborating with members of trade associations to establish a Global Marine Aquarium Database (GMAD) as a freely available source of information on the global aquarium industry. Our common objective is to centralise, standardise and provide fast and easy access to information on the aquarium trade. Description of GMAD There is no monitoring or reporting framework for the global aquarium trade. This means that the best source of quantitative data are the wholesale import and export companies who link the supply and retail ends of the business. As a matter of routine business practice companies keep records of their sales, either as paper copies of their invoices or on company computer databases. The exact nature of these records varies, but all record the quantity of any individual species bought or sold, the date of each transaction and the source or destination of the shipment. Company sales records are therefore an excellent source of data on marine aquarium species in trade, and the only source for species not recorded under any other process (e.g. CITES). UNEP-WCMC and MAC have established good working relationships with such companies from all around the world. They have provided us with access to their sales records which are the core data in GMAD. These data have been through a careful and methodical period of data conversion (e.g. paper based records have been computerised) and formatting (e.g. data from different electronic systems have been placed into a single standardised format). Data from 45 representative wholesale exporters and importers of marine aquarium species have been harmonised by this process into a single publicly available Global Marine Aquarium Database. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> --------------------------------------------------------------- This E-mail and any attachments are private, intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, they have been sent to you in error: any use of information in them is strictly prohibited. The employer reserves the right to monitor the content of the message and any reply received. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Grad. Program Info Request Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2002 10:23:30 +0100 From: kochzius@uni-bremen.de To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi Jenny! Take a look at the webpage of ISATEC (International Studies in Aquatic Tropical Ecology): http://www.isatec.uni-bremen.de/ This MSc study programme is run by the Centre for Tropical Marine Ecology and the University of Bremen. Best fishes Marc At 00:21 10.01.02 +0000, you wrote: >Greetings Coral-List, > >I am currently looking for Graduate School Programs or specific professors >who specialize in Coral Reef Restoration / Coastal Habitat >Restoration. If anyone has any reccomendations that would be greatly >appricieated. > >Cheers, Jennifer Kauffman > > >---------- >Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: Click Here >~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or >the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu >bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> Marc Kochzius Zentrum fuer Marine Tropenoekologie (ZMT) Centre for Tropical Marine Ecology University of Bremen Fahrenheitstr. 6 28359 Bremen Germany Tel.:+49 +421 23800-57 (Office) please note new number! +49 +421 218-7679 (Lab) +49 +421 23800-21 (ZMT Secretary) Fax: +49 +421 23800-30 or -40 ZMT Webpage: www.zmt.uni-bremen.de Reef Webpage: www.oceanium.de <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: call for papers - Cambridge2002 Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2002 11:19:16 -0000 From: "Chris Perry" To: Subject: Cambridge2002-call for papers Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2002 16:47:13 GMT From: "Chris T Perry" Organization: Manchester Metropolitan University To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Apologies for those who could not read this the first time due to overwrite. Hope this now all makes sense! Chris European Meeting of the International Society for Reef Studies, Cambridge, UK, 4 - 7th September 2002 Call for papers: Below is a call for papers for a thematic session on “Marginal and non-reef building coral environments” to be run at the European Meeting of the ISRS in Cambridge (September 2002). See website at:www.isrs2002.org If you are interested in contributing to this session please contact either Chris Perry or Piers Larcombe (contacts below). Thematic session - ’Marginal’ and non-reef building coral environments Coral reef communities occupying low latitude, warm, clear-water settings are typically associated with the development of spatially and bathymetrically significant reef structures. Coral communities may occur to depths of 80+ m, and at shallow sites may exhibit rapid net accretion rates. There is, however, a growing recognition that many tropical coral communities also occur outside of these ‘optimal’ environmental settings. These include; ·high latitude environments ·high turbidity sites ·fluvially-influenced sites ·upwelling-influenced areas ·high salinity settings Under these varied marginal conditions, reef framework is often either restricted or, in extreme cases, entirely absent. These settings are, however, of significant interest from both biological and geological perspectives since they emphasise the highly variable nature of reef and coral community structure. They may still harbour an important array of tropical coral-related species and are often locally important from socio-economic perspectives. In addition, the marginal nature of such reefs (perhaps close to the environmental thresholds for coral survival) may make such sites particularly susceptible to environmental disturbance and climatic change. From the geological perspective there are interesting questions relating to the nature of marginal reef growth, their accumulation potential and the processes of carbonate cycling (including bioerosion, encrustation etc). Such marginal sites may also have potential as appropriate analogues for the highly diverse coral-dominated settings that are preserved in the fossil record. The aim of this thematic session is to bring together researchers from a wide range of disciplines (oceanography, ecology, geology, conservation, management) to discuss the varied character, processes and issues relevant to more marginal coral-dominated settings. Potential topics might include (but are not limited to); Geological evolution and significance Sedimentary settings Species assemblages and ecological significance Coral physiology Environmental disturbance Management and conservation Abstracts and expressions of interest for talks or posters should be sent to the session convenors. Abstracts should follow the format specified on the meeting website: www.isrs2002.org Dr Chris Perry Dept. of Env & Geog Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University E-mail: c.t.perry@mmu.ac.uk Dr Piers Larcombe School of Earth Sciences, James Cook University, E-mail: piers.larcombe@jcu.edu.au ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: GBR - Early signs of Bleaching Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2002 13:19:00 -0500 From: "Alan E Strong" To: Coral-list CC: Ingrid Guch , "Dr. Marguerite Toscano" , Gang Liu , Felipe Arzayus , "Dr. Marie Colton" , Mary Glackin , William Skirving , Ray Berkelmans , Terry Done , Jamie Oliver , "Roger B. Griffis" , Art Paterson , Jim Hendee , Sapna Batish , Janice Sessing , Patricia Viets BLEACHING NOTE - Great Barrier Reef shows first signs of bleaching - Today NOAA has issued a press release: http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories/s849.htm discussing a possible El Nino event that may be in the making for later this year. At the beginning of this week Australia's Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) issued a news release noting that: "A collaborative research program between the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA), Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) and the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has detected unusually warm water conditions on the Great Barrier Reef, conditions which could lead to coral bleaching." Their WebSite information can be seen at: http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/bleaching/index.html and our latest HotSpots and Degree Heating Weeks for that area are found at: http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspotese.gif http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.1.8.2002.gif The GBRMPA news release notes: "Coral bleaching expert, Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg from the University of Queensland, has already observed early signs of bleaching on the GBR." - Heron Island - The only other areas presently threatened by bleaching at this time, based on our HotSpot and DHW charts are in the vicinity of Papua New Guinea and Samoa (including American Samoa - where the NOAA Marine Sanctuary Director notes some paling has been observed within the past week). AE Strong -- **** <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* Alan E. Strong Acting Chief, Oceanic Research & Applications Division Team Leader, Marine Applications Science Team (MAST) Phys Scientist/Oceanographer NOAA/NESDIS/ORA/ORAD -- E/RA3 NOAA Science Center -- RM 711W 5200 Auth Road Camp Springs, MD 20746-4304 Alan.E.Strong@noaa.gov 301-763-8102 x170 FAX: 301-763-8572 http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad --------------------------------------------------------------------- Alan E. Strong, Ph. D. Oceanographer/Team Leader NOAA/NESDIS/ORA Oceanic Research & Applications Division Alan E. Strong, Ph. D. Oceanographer/Team Leader NOAA/NESDIS/ORA Oceanic Research & Applications Division NOAA Science Center 5200 Auth Road Cellular: 443-822-3668 Camp Springs Fax: 301-763-8108 MD Work: 301-763-8102 x170 20746 USA Additional Information: Last Name Strong First Name Alan E. Version 2.1 Subject: coral sampling Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 09:16:04 -0500 From: "Craig Bonn" Organization: NOAA Beaufort Lab To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Coral-listers, What is the latest and best method now being used to mitigate damage done to corals when a sample is taken. In other words, when taking a 50cm2 sample from the skirt of a Montastrea colony, what is the latest method being used to repair the site where the sample was taken from? Thanks Craig S. Bonn Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab 101 Pivers Island Road Cellular: 252-725-4794 Beaufort Fax: 252-728-8740 North Carolina Work: 252-728-8777 28512 Additional Information: Last Name Bonn First Name Craig Version 2.1 Subject: legal definition of a reef Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 18:41:59 +0000 From: "Sabine Goetz" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov >Dear coral-listers, >we are a group of biologists in Tobago, doing some research on artificial >reefs.Because we are not sure if its legal to use the term "reef" for our >project, it would be very interesting to know, if there exists a legal and > >clear (biological,nautical or geological) definition. Maybe somebody knows >a proper definition of this term.It would be very >nice if you answered us per e-mail. >Thanks in advance > Sabine Goetz > _________________________________________________________________ Testen Sie MSN Messenger für Ihren Online-Chat mit Freunden: http://messenger.msn.de ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: legal definition of a reef Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 17:17:02 -0600 From: "Bob Buddemeier" Organization: KGS To: Sabine Goetz CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov There are many definitions of 'reef' in all of the categories mentioned. A few are 'clear,' whether or not any are 'proper' depends on the user and intended usage, and 'legal' is strictly a matter of the political jurisdiction concerned -- some may have legal definitions of reefs, most probably don't. For a recent summary review of reef definitions and their characteristics (with references), see: Kleypas, J.A., Buddemeier, R.W. and Gattuso, J.-P., 2001. Defining 'coral reef' for the age of global change. International Journal of Earth Sciences, 90: 426-437. The most important recommendation to all serious (scientific, managerial or regulatory) users of the term is to NOT assume that you understand what somebody else means by the term, or that they will understand you, but to provide and ask for explicit definitions. Bob Buddemeier Sabine Goetz wrote: > >Dear coral-listers, > >we are a group of biologists in Tobago, doing some research on artificial > >reefs.Because we are not sure if its legal to use the term "reef" for our > >project, it would be very interesting to know, if there exists a legal and > > > >clear (biological,nautical or geological) definition. Maybe somebody knows > >a proper definition of this term.It would be very > >nice if you answered us per e-mail. > >Thanks in advance > > Sabine Goetz > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Testen Sie MSN Messenger für Ihren Online-Chat mit Freunden: > http://messenger.msn.de > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. -- Dr. Robert W. Buddemeier Kansas Geological Survey University of Kansas 1930 Constant Avenue Lawrence, KS 66047 USA Ph (1) (785) 864-2112 Fax (1) (785) 864-5317 e-mail: buddrw@kgs.ukans.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: legal definition of a reef Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 16:56:59 -0800 From: Karl Fellenius To: Sabine Goetz CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Last year there was some discussion on CORAL on legal definitions of coral reefs (January) and deepwater corals (May) that might be of use for the current thread. I've copied a couple of the posts below that I kept, but the rest should be available through the archives. Karl Fellenius School of Resource & Environmental Management 8888 University Drive, Simon Fraser University Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6, http://www.rem.sfu.ca Bob Buddemeier wrote: > There are many definitions of 'reef' in all of the categories mentioned. > A > few are 'clear,' whether or not any are 'proper' depends on the user and > intended usage, and 'legal' is strictly a matter of the political > jurisdiction > concerned -- some may have legal definitions of reefs, most probably > don't. > > For a recent summary review of reef definitions and their characteristics > (with > references), see: Kleypas, J.A., Buddemeier, R.W. and Gattuso, J.-P., > 2001. > Defining 'coral reef' for the age of global change. International Journal > of > Earth Sciences, 90: 426-437. > > The most important recommendation to all serious (scientific, managerial > or > regulatory) users of the term is to NOT assume that you understand what > somebody else means by the term, or that they will understand you, but to > provide and ask for explicit definitions. > > Bob Buddemeier > > Sabine Goetz wrote: > > > >Dear coral-listers, > > >we are a group of biologists in Tobago, doing some research on > artificial > > >reefs.Because we are not sure if its legal to use the term "reef" for > our > > >project, it would be very interesting to know, if there exists a legal > and > > > > > >clear (biological,nautical or geological) definition. Maybe somebody > knows > > >a proper definition of this term.It would be very > > >nice if you answered us per e-mail. > > >Thanks in advance > > > Sabine Goetz > > > ---- > >Subject: > RE: "Legal" definition of a coral reef? > Date: > Sat, 13 Jan 2001 22:25:05 -0500 > From: > "John McManus" > To: > "Nani Kai" , > > Here is my draft definition for an article in an encyclopedia that will > come > out next year. > 'The term "coral reef" commonly refers to a marine ecosystem in which a > prominent ecological functional role is played by scleractinian corals. A > "structural coral reef" differs from a "non-structural coral community" in > > being associated with a geomorphologically significant calcium carbonate > (limestone) structure of meters to hundreds of meters height above > surrounding substrate, deposited by components of a coral reef ecosystem. > The term "coral reef" is often applied to both types of ecosystem or their > > fossil remains, although many scientists, especially geomorphologists, > reserve the term for structural coral reefs and their underlying > limestone.' > > The limits on what is and is not a part of a given coral community can be > more difficult to define than most people realize. In the worst case, one > has scattered clumps of coral that gradually become increasingly dense > toward a central area. Some worn footpaths through grass have the same > character. Defining the width of the path can be challenging. The > situation > is similar to that of defining the length of a coastline. In a general > sense, there is no right answer. One can only define the length of the > coastline in terms of a particular choice of measuring stick. > Alternatively, > one can describe the coastline in terms of fractals, although this is > useful > only for certain purposes. Similarly, one could choose a density for > delineating the coral patch, but one would have to couple it with a > particular way (especially scale) of measuring the density (or set of > scales > or fractal index). > > Given the above definition, the depth would not matter. Some people like > terms such as bioherm, but but most people would tend to think of a > bioherm > as a form of the popular concept of a coral reef. I don't mind the use of > the term, as long as it is clearly defined when used. I think the > 'wave-breaking" concept should be dropped entirely from coral reef > definitions, and we should accept that the term "coral reef" should imply > little or no relationship to the unqualified nautical term "reef". That > gets > us around having to define two nearly identical ecological - > geomorphological constructions as different just because one has sunk a > few > meters lower than the other (e.g. the Palawan subsurface "barrier coral > reef > system", which looks much like the GBR but rarely comes to within 10 m of > the surface). > > > John > > _________________________________________________________ > > John W. McManus, PhD > Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) > Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) > University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway > Miami, Florida 33149. > jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu > Tel. (305) 361-4609 > Fax (305) 361-4600 > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Nani Kai > Sent: Monday, January 08, 2001 6:03 PM > To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > Subject: "Legal" definition of a coral reef? > > A simple question; What IS a coral reef? Or perhaps more importantly, > what is it Not? (But first let me say that I did review the discussion on > > "what is a reef" in last May's coral-list.) > > With the great amount of attention that coral reefs have received in the > past few years, regulators are (at last!) coming to the realization that > our > precious marine resources need protection. My concern is that this > pendulum > of regulation may be swinging a bit too far to the left. I think that > everyone reading this list would agree that coral reefs represent a > resource > that merits our protection. I don't think, however, that everyone would > agree specifically about how to define the "coral reef" that we are trying > > to protect. > > A "reef" may be clearly defined in strictly nautical terms as it relates > to ship traffic without any reference to corals or other living marine > resources. Similarly "coral" (or coral communities) may be appropriately > defined in biological terms leaving little room for academic argument. > It is only as the terms are combined that an increased level of meaning > emerges in the definition to include an interwoven ecological matrix of > habitat complexity, species diversity, and fragility. But with the > increasing presence of regulators and lawyers dealing with coral reef > issues we are rapidly approaching a time where a working (read: legal) > definition of a "coral reef" will be necessary. > > Please consider the following two situations. > > Given a flat basalt substrate in 10 meters (just below keel depth) of > water, > at what coral density does a 1 hectare area become a coral reef? Does > surface rugosity, species composition, or colony age play a role in this > designation? > > Given a shoreline area, depth from 0 to 2 meters, within 50 feet of shore, > > do the same definitions apply? > > Please forward any answers or comments directly to the list. > > I'll do what I can to follow up with a summary to see if we can develop a > consensus definition. -- > Subject: > Re: deepwater coral "reefs"? > Date: > Thu, 01 Jun 2000 07:28:56 -0700 > From: > pmuller@seas.marine.usf.edu (pmuller@seas.marine.usf.edu) > To: > szmanta@uncwil.edu > CC: > erichugo@aol.com, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > References: > 1 , 2 > > I concur wholeheartedly with Alina and would add a couple of small > details. > > A coral is either zooxanthellate or azooxanthellate in most cases (one can > > find exceptions to any "rule"). However, a coral is not inherently > "hermatypic" or "ahermatypic". Rather, whether coral can accrete > limestone faster than it is eroded away or buried by a variety of > processes is a function of the environment, in addition to the organism's > accretion potential. For example, Montastrea spp. are hermatypic in the > Caribbean, but not on the West Florida Shelf. There are also many local > environments in the Caribbean where Montastrea can live but not construct > bioherms. > > This distinction is critical to conservation efforts, because a management > > decision to maintain environmental conditions that can support survival of > > Montastrea, for example, could be quite different than a management > decision to maintain environmental conditions that can support reef > (meaning "bioherm") development. > > Pamela Hallock Muller, Professor > Department of Marine Science > University of South Florida > > "Alina M. Szmant" wrote: > > >> Eric: > >> > >> The definition of a bioherm is a herm (mound) made by living organisms. > > >It can be located in shallow, deep, or intermediate depths. Again, a > >"reef" is "a chain of rocks or ridge of sand at or near the surface of > >water" or "a hazardous obstruction" (Webster's New Collegiate > >Dictionary). Neither has anything to do with corals or zooxanthellae > >specifically. > >> > >> Coral reefs are bioherms or reefs made by corals and associated > >organisms. For the most part, hermatypic corals have zooxanthellae, but > >many zooxanthellate corals either do not live on or form reefs, or live > >on reefs but are not really a major contributor to reef formation (e.g. > >Favia fragum...). > >> > >> The confusion in terminology is due (1) to the misconception that > >hermatypic means zooxanthellae-containing, and (2) that everyplace there > >is coral there is a coral reef. Corals can have high cover on a volcanic > >substrate but that doesn't make it a coral reef in my opinion unless > >there has been carbonate accretion over the volcanic substrate. Further, > >in places like Florida, there is some coral cover over exposed > >Pleistocene reef substrate, which locally are considered coral reefs (as > >opposed to a coral community growing over a fossil reef). Everyone wants > >to have a coral reef in their back yard and many systems that are not > >true "coral reefs" are being called by that name. > >> > >> With regard to "deepwater" coral reefs, the only ones that would fit a > >strict definition would be ones that were drowned (e.g. Conrad Neumann's > >give-up reefs). Catch-up reefs would also fit since they are usually grow > > >into shallow water. As ships get bigger and have deeper hulls, I guess > >the "dangerous obstruction" part of the reef definition would include > >deeper water coral reefs that big ships could run into. If we include > >submarines, then all depths are fair game.... > >> > >> Anyway, that is how I analyze the terminology based on first principles > > >and dictionaries. > >> > >> Alina Szmant > >> > >> 53 AM 05/27/2000 -0400, EricHugo@aol.com wrote: > >> >Hi Alina and coral-list: > >> > > >> >Is there a point when a correct usage of "bioherm" over "reef" for > such > >> >structures became semantically favored? I ask because I find the > >following > >> >perhaps relevant: > >> > > >> >Coates, Anthony G. and Jeremy B.C. Jackson. 1987. Clonal growth, algal > > >> >symbiosis, and reef formation by corals. Paleobiology 13(4) 363-378. > >> > > >> >(I will not quote directly to avoid copyright concerns, although I > >also hope > >> >that the authors will point out if my translation is incorrect or > >improper, > >> >although I maintain the textual use of the word "reef" and "bioherm" > ). > >> > > >> >"Rugosan corals that formed reefs likely lacked zooxanthellae because > >of > >> >morphological evidence. Most zooxanthellate corals today and in the > >fossil > >> >record contribute to reef formation, but many others are ahermatypic. > >Recent > >> >reef formation has little to do with being zooxanthellate but depends > >on > >> >environmental factors. Using morphology to indicate the presence of > >> >zooxanthellae, there exist recent deepwater analogues to the shallow > >water > >> >azooxanthellate Devonian Edgecliff Bioherm. " > >> > > >> >Here we have a concatination of terms, distribution, history, and > >ecology > >> >that makes this thread all the more intriguing. > >> > > >> >Thanks for the clarification > >> > > >> >Eric Borneman > >> > > >> > > >> ******************************************************************* > >> NOTE NEW ADDRESS: > >> > >> Dr. Alina M. Szmant > >> Coral Reef Research Group > >> Professor of Biology > >> Center for Marine Science > >> University of North Carolina at Wilmington > >> 1 Marvin K. Moss Lane > >> Wilmington NC 28409 > >> tel: (910)962-2362 fax: (910)962-2410 > >> email: szmanta@uncwil.edu > >> http://www.uncwil.edu/people/szmanta/ > >> ****************************************************************** > > Subject: Impact of flooding the Macal River Valley? Date: Sun, 13 Jan 2002 21:30:05 -0600 From: "Doug Kent" To: "Coral" Fortis, a Canadian logging company is trying to dam and flood 20 miles the Macal River Valley in Belize (see http://www.savebiogems.org/macal/). Any idea whether and how this might affect coral reef ecosystems in Belize? Thanks. Doug Kent Subject: Re: legal definition of a reef Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 12:04:30 +0000 From: "Mark Spalding" To: The new World Atlas of Coral Reefs provides a simple definition which may be of use: A reef is "a physical structure which has been built up, and continues to grow over decadal time-scales, as a result of the accumulation of calcium carbonate laid down by hermatypic corals and other organisms." This definition tries to get in: - physical structure - living components - a reef may go through dramatic events such as Acanthaster plagues, but is still a reef - corals are critical, but often not the only components. Of course under this definition there remain a lot of important coral communities which are not coral reefs, and also some dead eroding structures which WERE coral reefs. Cheers __________________________________________ Mark Spalding, PhD Senior Marine Ecologist UNEP-World Conservation Monitoring Centre www.unep-wcmc.org 219 Huntingdon Road Tel: +44 (0)1223 277314 Cambridge, CB3 0DL Fax: +44 (0)1223 277136 UK e-mail:mark.spalding@unep-wcmc.org or Research Associate Cambridge Coastal Research Unit Department of Geography Downing St Cambridge UK --------------------------------------------------------------- This E-mail and any attachments are private, intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, they have been sent to you in error: any use of information in them is strictly prohibited. The employer reserves the right to monitor the content of the message and any reply received. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Impact of flooding the Macal River Valley? Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 09:11:06 -0500 From: "Jonathan Kelsey" Organization: OCRM/CPD To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Doug - I spent two years working on coral reefs in Belize as a Peace Corps volunteer. This Macal Valley is truly an amazing place. I would urge as many people as possible to submit letters to Fortis. This project will affect one-of-a-kind ecosystems beyond the river valley and reef, such as the Crooked Tree migratory bird sanctuary, a Belize Audubon Society sanctuary for the endangered Jabiru Stork, among untold others. Not to mention nearshore manatee habitats and on, and on. I find it interesting that the letters are going to Fortis in Newfoundland, a place where another brand of large-scale manipulation of an ecosystem for "development's" sake ended up in catastrophe. Please take a minute and submit a letter. Jonathan Kelsey* Doug Kent wrote: > Fortis, a Canadian logging company is trying to dam and flood 20 miles > the Macal River Valley in Belize (see > http://www.savebiogems.org/macal/). Any idea whether and how this might > affect coral reef ecosystems in Belize?Thanks.Doug Kent -- Jonathan D. Kelsey *views are not representative of NOAA or the Department of Commerce Coastal Management Specialist, Pacific Region NOAA/NOS/Coastal Programs Division 1305 East-West Highway, 11th Floor, N/ORM3 Silver Spring, MD 20910 Phone: (301) 713-3155 x137 Fax: (301) 713-4367 Subject: Coral reef trade publication Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 09:21:13 -0500 From: "Alan Bornbusch" To: CC: Report Published on Global Trade and Coral Reef Conservation The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) announces the publication of "Global Trade and Consumer Choices: Coral Reefs in Crisis." This report features five papers by experts on the global trade in coral reef species and coral reef conservation. They analyze the causes and consequences of global trade in coral reef animals; the role of the U.S. as both a major importer and leader in trade and conservation efforts; and present solutions to reduce the negative impacts of trade on these unique ecosystems while promoting long-term benefits to local communities through sustainable resource use. The report highlights the fact that an equitable and sustainable response to the trade threat will require that all remedies be pursued, engaging communities, exporters and importers, governments, non-governmental organizations, consumers, scientists, and international institutions. "Global Trade and Consumer Choices: Coral Reefs in Crisis" is available on the Worldwide Web at http://www.aaas.org/international/ssa/coralreefs Copies may also be obtained from: Africa Program American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) 1200 New York Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20005, USA Telephone: USA +1-202-326-6651 Fax: USA +1-202-289-4958 Email: africa@aaas.org Internet: http://www.aaas.org/international/ssa Alan H. Bornbusch, Ph.D. Director, Africa Program Directorate for International Programs American Association for the Advancement of Science 1200 New York Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20005 Tel. 202-326-6651/6650 Mobile 202-390-4946 Fax 202-289-4958 email: abornbus@aaas.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Lifespan of a polyp Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 08:51:46 -0800 (PST) From: Melissa Keyes To: coral-list-daily Hello, all, I was asked, "Does a coral polyp die of old age?" I believe it's one critter that could live indefinitely. Have there been any papers on this? Cheers, Melissa Keyes St. Croix, USVI ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do You Yahoo!? Send FREE video emails in Yahoo! Mail. Subject: Re: legal definition of a reef Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 12:54:50 -0500 From: "Mike Risk" To: "Mark Spalding" , Hi. I have watched this debate with some interest, finally am prompted to respond. There is a 40-year-old (at least) definition of "reef", used by geologists: a reef is "a biologically-constructed, wave-resistant framework." That worked then, it still works. Five words. The one you cite is misleading (as well as being way too long). Although most reefs de facto last decades, that is not a prerequisite. Non-obligatory descriptors do not belong in definitions. One example: the reef that Tom Tomascik described in Coral Reefs that was constructed within 5 years on an Indonesian lava flow was certainly a reef, is one now, and will have been one even if slain in its 6th year by dynamite-fishing. As to whether those deep-water, hydrocarbon-nourished Lophelia-built "things" off Norway are "reefs"-that's an interesting question. I don't even think we need be constrained in our thinking to CaCO3 reefs. I can imagine a submersible program, somewhere on the west coast, running into huge accumulations of Geoidea's...all SiO2. Could happen. (And, of course, many ancient reefs had lots of siliceous critters, but not the main constructors.) ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral sampling Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 14:20:52 -0500 From: "Craig Bonn" Organization: NOAA Beaufort Lab To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Someone suggested the use of modeling clay that is resistant to salt water as a method for the repair of injuries to corals from the taking of small samples. I dont really think repair is the right terminology to use, I think perhaps the use of something like clay to patch over sites were samples have been removed from corals may help to retard invasion by microbes. Any thoughts on this and does anyone know of another method?? Thanks Craig S. Bonn --------------------------------------------------------------------- Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab 101 Pivers Island Road Cellular: 252-725-4794 Beaufort Fax: 252-728-8740 North Carolina Work: 252-728-8777 28512 Additional Information: Last Name Bonn First Name Craig Version 2.1 Subject: IGOS Coral Reef Sub-Theme Theme - Call for participation in a que stionnaire Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 19:11:03 -0800 From: Jamie Oliver To: "Coral List (E-mail)" Dear Colleagues On 8 November last year, the Partners in the Integrated Global Observing System (IGOS) at their meeting in Kyoto, approved a proposal for a Coral Reef Sub-theme as the first step towards the development of a broader Coastal Theme under IGOS. A working group, co-chaired by Arthur Dahl and Al Strong, has been organised to prepare the theme report over then next year. The full text of the work plan of the working group can be downloaded at www.reefbase.org/igos/CRTHEME8.DOC The immediate objective in the context of IGOS is to produce a specific set of observational requirements corresponding to the special needs of the coral reef and coastal research/management communities. These requirements will then guide the development (and resource commitments) of remote sensing systems developers. For the theme report, the team will: a) prepare an inventory of relevant existing observational activities and research programmes: remote sensing b) identify the remote and in situ observational techniques best able to meet the objectives defined above c) develop specifications for a set of observational products optimising different user requirements d) define partnership roles and responsibilities for implementation of the Coral Reef Theme report, including data management through ReefBase and the UNEP-World Conservation Monitoring Centre e) identify potential resources for implementation of the theme proposals f) relate the Coral Reef Theme to the Ocean Theme, the Carbon Cycle Theme, other relevant IGOS themes, and related programmes such as ICRAN, ICRI, GCRMN, GOOS, GTOS, IGBP, etc. As a first step in the development of the theme report, we would like to conduct a survey of coral reef scientists and managers with current work programmes, or an active interest in, remote sensing/observing of coral reefs. This includes people involved in in situ monitoring who would be interested in remote sensing products as an additional source of information to complement their activities (see list below for a range of potential work areas which have been identified as relevant to the development of new remote sensing products). Rather than broadcasting a questionnaire to the coral reef community, we have decided to call for expressions of interest in participating in the survey. We will then send you a detailed questionnaire. If you are active in the remote sensing area or interested in helping to define remote sensing/observing interests relating to coral reefs, and the product requirements for the next decade, we would appreciate it if you could respond by email. We also ask you to enclose a brief description of your current work and areas of interest. Please respond within 2 weeks if you would like to participate. Thanks in advance for any help you can give us in this important task. Best Wishes Jamie Oliver Team Member - IGOS Coral Reef Sub-theme =========================================== In replying please provide the following information to J.Oliver@cgiar.org : Name: Email address: Position: Address: Current work related to remote sensing/observing: (2-3 sentences) How would you use remote sensing products in your work: ( 2-3 sentences) ==================================== Specific areas of coral reef work which have already been identified as potentially benefiting from the development of new or improved sensor systems/products include: 1) quantifying the global extent and distribution of coral reefs and associated ecosystems and their spatial relationships; 2) quantifying the loss of coral reefs and associated ecosystems over time; 3)documenting the health of coral reef ecosystems to the extent possible with remote sensing and in situ approaches and their combination; 4)monitoring changes in coral reef ecosystems over time, both to determine natural variability and anthropogenic degradation from local sources, and to identify the effects of global change; 5)providing early warning of, and monitor the extent of, major stressful events such as raised water temperature and associated coral bleaching; 6)supplying improved data on stresses and risks coral reefs face, such as adjacent land use and runoff changes, coastal construction and dredging, human pressures on fringing reefs and the coastline, human use from vessels/fishing, etc.; 7)documenting large scale and long term phenomena and characteristics important to the productivity and maintenance of coral reefs; 8)developing a geomorphological unit classification of habitats and seascapes in coral reef and associated ecosystems and its map representation; 9)generating observational products of immediate use to coral reef and coastal zone managers and planners, and to different resource user communities (fishing, tourism, biodiversity protection, etc.); 10) providing evidence if possible of the effectiveness of marine protected areas for conserving coral reefs. Jamie Oliver Senior Scientist (Coral Reef Projects) ICLARM - The World Fish Center PO Box 500, Penang 10670 Phone: (604) 626 1606 Fax: (604) 626 5530 email: J.Oliver@cgiar.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Remote sensing of coral bleaching Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 22:55:58 -0500 From: Serge Andrefouet To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, rrs-l@soest.hawaii.edu (apologies for cross-posting) Dear all, To help in preparing a workshop dealing with coral bleaching and remote sensing I would be interested in hearing about any succesfull or disappointing application of remote sensing for detecting and monitoring coral bleaching, during the bleaching. I precise that the primary interest is in "direct" remote sensing of reefs themselves using airborne or satellite instruments. Though extremely interesting, "indirect" remote sensing of oceanic (e.g. Sea Surface Temperature) and atmospheric (e.g. cloud cover) conditions at regional-scale, and organism-scale spectral signatures of bleached or dead corals are not the primary focus of the review I have to present. So far, I am aware of 4 reports on this subject. They are listed below and present results for Belize, Japan, French Polynesia, and GBR reefs. If you have conducted a simulation or a real survey using airborne or satellite data (aerial photographs, hyperspectral, Ikonos, SPOT, Landsat...) I would be interested and grateful to hear about it. Original information will be credited and ackowledged of course. Thanks in advance, Best regards, Serge Andrefouet Yamano, H. & Tamura, M. (in press). Can satellite sensors detect coral reef bleaching? A feasibility study using radiative transfer models in air and water. In Proc. 9th Int. Coral reef Symposium, ISRS, Bali, Indonesia. Yamano, H. & Tamura, M. (2001). Use of Landsat TM data and radiative transfer models for monitoring coral reef bleaching. In Proc. IGARSS 2001, vol. CDROM. IEEE, Sydney, Australia. Ammenberg, P., Lindell, L. T. & Kramer, P. (in press). Detection of coral bleaching using high spatial resolution satellite images. In Proc. 9th Int. Coral reef Symposium, ISRS, Bali, Indonesia. Andréfouët S., R. Berkelmans, L. Odriozola, T. J. Done, J. K. Oliver, F. E. Muller-Karger. (in press) Choosing the appropriate spatial resolution for monitoring coral bleaching events using remote sensing. Coral Reefs. Serge Andrefouet College of Marine Science Institute for Marine Remote sensing University of South Florida 140, 7th Av. South St Petersburg FL 33701 Tel: 727 -553-3987/ 727 -553-1186 Fax: 727 -553-1103 E-mail: serge@carbon.marine.usf.edu Subject: Re: coral-list-daily V2 #322 Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 09:35:12 EST From: Susanbmcg@aol.com To: Dear coral list, The email message posted by Doug Kent about flooding in the Macal Valley is of great interest to me but arrived in a computer language that looked something like Swedish. Can you resend it to me in something my computer can manage, like word? If this is too much of a pain, nevermind, I'll sort it out somehow. Thanks for the great list serve. Cheers, Susan ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: legal definition of a reef Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 10:41:15 -0600 From: John Dawson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi, I guess I will add my two cents to this discussion. There are many different terms that we use when discussing corals such as: zooxanthellate, azooxanthellate, hermatypic, ahermatypic, reef, nonreef, deep water, etc.. How do we get our politicians to understand the different biologic ways we can group corals? How can we get the average person to use all these terms correctly? So often do I hear geologists say hermatypic and when they actually mean zooxanthellate. These terms are not equivalent, but still I see people using them as though they were. Anyway, that's my little diatribe. John ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- John P. Dawson Ph.D. Candidate - Department of Geoscience 121 Trowbridge Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242 E-mail: jdwsn@blue.weeg.uiowa.edu; Phone: (319)-335-1818; Fax: (319)-335-1821 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Summer Program-Molecular Biology of Corals Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 10:53:07 -1000 (HST) From: Evelyn F Cox To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov ****HIMB Summer Program - Molecular Biology of Corals**** The topic of the 2002 Edwin W. Pauley Summer Program at the Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology will be the molecular biology of corals. There will be a focus on the systematics of corals and their zooxanthellae, coral population genetics, and the identification of biomarkers for stress to corals resulting from anthropogenic change. Arrangements for funding students are nearing completion. A formal announcement with application instructions will be available soon. The program will begin in mid June 2002 and continue to mid August 2002. Interested graduate students should contact Dr. Fenny Cox (fcox@hawaii.edu). ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Calling all 2001 Reef Check Data! Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2002 14:27:05 -0800 From: "Reef Check Headquarters" To: For those of you who have completed Reef Check surveys this year and not registered with headquarters or submitted your data: Thanks for all your hard work-- but please don't let it go to waste! Please send your data ASAP to: Liebeler@Ucla.edu. As we are about to complete our 2001 database, we need your data by January 15th or we will not be able to include it in our analysis. If you need the submission forms, please contact me and I will get them to you. Many thanks, Jennifer ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Jennifer Liebeler Program Manager Reef Check Headquarters 1362 Hershey Hall 149607 University of California at Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 USA Office Tel: 310-794-4985 Fax: 310-825-0758 Liebeler@ucla.edu www.ReefCheck.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral recruitment Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 15:15:16 +1200 From: "Ron Devine Vave" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello Coral-listers, please allow me to briefly introduce myself. My name is Ron Vave, and I'm an MSc student in marine science, at the University of the South Pacific, here in Fiji. my interest lies in coral recruitment or settlement study. have found lots of literatures on this, but little to none mention procedures for the identification of coral spats (using a dissecting microscope) on settlement tiles, which I intend to be doing. What differences in skeletal structure of coral spats are used to differentiate one category from another? If possible, please send photos as examples. Are their any courses or literatures (journal articles, books etc) on the identification of coral spats? I'm be more than glad to exchange photomicrographs of coral spats. Thanks in advance. Ron Devine Vave C/-Marine Studies Program, University of the South Pacific, Suva, Fiji Islands. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Agaricia recruits Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 11:04:17 +0000 From: Chris Schelten To: coral list Hi everyone, I am looking for some close-up pictures of Agaricia recruits. The recruits should be < 5mm. I need the pictures for identification purposes of settled coral larvae. Thanks for your help, Chris ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: What's a reef?? Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 10:48:34 -0500 From: John Ware Organization: SeaServices, Inc. To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Greetings to List, As one who tried to find a consensus definition from the list 2 years ago (without success), let me add my vote to Bob Buddemeier's statement that definitions must be agreed upon before a meaningful discussion can take place. In particular, I do not necessarily see that attempting to define a "coral reef" is an empty philosophical exercise. Suppose the government of country X were to decide to spend some millions of dollars (or whatever) for protection of and research on coral reefs. How does the person or persons involved in administering that money decided whether a proposed research project applies to the subject of the funding? Despite the apparent beauty and simplicity of some proposed definitions, I don't believe the definitions attain their goal. For example, the definition taken from the World Atlas of Coral Reefs and proposed recently by Mark Spalding is: "a physical structure which has been built up, and continues to grow over decadal time-scales, as a result of the accumulation of calcium carbonate laid down by hermatypic corals and other organisms." This definition occurs on pg 16 of the text. Unfortunately, the word "hermatypic" is defined on pg 15 by stating that there is a subset of corals that are a- communal and b- lay down a stony skeleton. This is followed by the statement that these corals are called hermatypic or reef building. In other words, a coral reef is a reef built by reef-building corals! Mike Risk proposes the very simple definition taken from a geological context. A reef is: "a biologically-constructed, wave-resistant framework." Clearly, to a sailor, the thing he runs aground on he calls a 'reef', whether it was biologically constructed or not. But there are even more fundamental problems with this definition. Specifically, what do the words 'wave resistant' mean? What size waves? What frequency? How do we address 'biologically-constructed' things that are not ever wave affected so that their ability to resist waves cannot be easily determined? Even the word 'framework' is problematical. The image I have of a framework, which is shared by my desk dictionary, is a 'skeletal structure like the framework of a building'. Now clearly a coral reef is skeletal. But in this context, the word 'skeletal' refers to what we see when a house is framed by 2 x 4s before the siding is put on. In other words, 'framework' does not apply to a solid structure. Thus, using Mike's definition, all massive structures are excluded. Not necessarily wrong, just different from my image. When we hear the word "reef", we each form a mental picture, or set of pictures, that depends upon our backgrounds and the context. For example, on this list, the word 'reef' almost always is interpreted to mean a 'reef formed by zooxanthellate corals and associated organisms in tropical waters' = a tropical, coral reef. (I am not proposing that as a definition, just a thought picture.) The founders of an organization to which many of us belong, the International Society for Reef Studies, clearly had something like this in mind. The Constitution states that the ISRS has the objective of studying ** coral reefs **, so the word 'reef' in the organization title doesn't mean the same thing to everyone. Finally, back to Bob's point: As an engineer, one of the first rules I learned about discussions is: "Make sure everyone knows what the discussion is about." Good rule, solves a lot of problems. John -- ************************************************************* * * * John R. 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Subject: UPDATE: "Sustaining Seascapes" symposium, 7-8 Mar 2002 Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 17:16:42 -0500 From: Daniel Brumbaugh To: caribbean-biodiversity@yahoogroups.com, cmpan@ucdavis.edu, consbio@u.washington.edu, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, marbio@mote.org Apologies for the cross-postings! *SYMPOSIUM UPDATE* SUSTAINING SEASCAPES: THE SCIENCE AND POLICY OF MARINE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Thursday and Friday, March 7 and 8, 2002 American Museum of Natural History New York City EARLY-REGISTRATION DISCOUNT ENDS JANUARY 26! POSTER ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 18 Sustaining Seascapes: The Science and Policy of Marine Resource Management will examine the large-scale conservation of marine ecosystems - considering novel approaches to the sustainable management of biodiversity and fisheries. Through theory, reviews, and case studies, participants will explore efforts to integrate natural, socioeconomic, and cultural factors at local and regional scales in response to ongoing threats to both fisheries and biodiversity. Topics and presenters will include: PLENARY ADDRESSES: The Crisis in Fisheries and Marine Biodiversity (Daniel Pauly, Professor, Fisheries Centre, University of British Columbia) Historical Perspectives and Future Directions for Marine Resource Protection (Tundi Agardy, Executive Director, Sound Seas) Unnatural Oceans: Restocking the Seas for Restoration of Resilience (Jeremy B. C. Jackson, Professor of Oceanography, Scripps Institute of Oceanography) PANEL DISCUSSION: Future Directions with MPAs and Marine Biodiversity Protection in the United States (Conrad C. Lautenbacher, Jr., Under Secretary for Oceans and Atmosphere, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) [invited]) (Fran Mainella, Director, U.S. National Park Service [invited]) (Marshall Jones, Acting Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service ([invited]) INVITED PRESENTATIONS: Fisheries, Trophic Cascades, and Marine Biodiversity (Robert S. Steneck, Professor, School of Marine Sciences, University of Maine) Oceanographic and Biological Connectivity (Robert K. Cowen, Professor, Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, University of Miami) The Economics of Coastal Zones (TBA) Dimensions of Conservation Policy in Coastal Zones (TBA) Ethical Perspectives on Coastal Policy-Making (TBA) Cultural Seascapes (Bonnie J. McCay, Professor, Department of Human Ecology, Cook College, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey) Stakeholder Involvement in Marine Conservation Policy Making (Michael Eng, Senior Program Manager, U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution) Uncertainties in Ecological and Sociopolitical Systems (Louis W. Botsford, Professor, Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, University of California, Davis) Linking Social and Ecological Systems (TBA) Modeling the Functions of an MPA Network (Bahamas) (Daniel Brumbaugh, Marine Program Manager, Center for Biodiversity and Conservation, AMNH) Developing the Patagonian Coastal-Zone Management Plan (Argentina) (Claudio Campagna, Conservation Zoologist, Wildlife Conservation Society/COCINET) Establishing Marine Protection in the Florida Keys (USA) (Billy Causey, Superintendent, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary [NOAA]) A Proposal for a Regional MPA Network in the Gulf of Maine (USA/Canada) (Anthony Chatwin, Staff Scientist, Conservation Law Foundation) Lessons from Designing a Reserve Network in the Channel Islands (USA) (Gary Davis, Science Advisor, Channel Islands National Park, U.S. National Park Service) Implementing a New MPA for Managing Fishing and Tourism (Bonaire, Dutch Antilles) (Kalli DeMeyer, Director, Coral Parks Programme, Coral Reef Alliance [CORAL]) Fisheries, Biodiversity, and Human Impacts of Closures in the Gulf of Maine (USA) (Michael J. Fogarty, Senior Scientist, National Marine Fisheries Service, Northeast Fisheries Science Center and Steven A. Murawski, Chief Stock Assessment Scientist, National Marine Fisheries Service, Northeast Fisheries Science Center) A Representative Network of Marine Reserves (Australia) (Leanne Fernandes, Manager, Representative Areas Programme, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority [invited]) Protected-Area Monitoring and Management (Kenya) (Nyawira Muthiga, Head, Coastal Wetlands Program, Kenya Wildlife Service) Quantitative Approaches to the Analysis of MPA Success (Philippines) (Richard Pollnac, Professor of Anthropology and Marine Affairs, University of Rhode Island) Designing a Reserve Network in the Gulf of California (Mexico) (Enric Sala, Assistant Professor of Marine Ecology, Scripps Institute of Oceanography) Combining Traditional Cultural Values and Science for Marine-Resource Management (Fiji) (Alifereti Tawake, Scientific Officer, University of the South Pacific) Community-Based Management (Indonesia) TBA SPONSORSHIP: Sustaining Seascapes is being co-sponsored by the American Museum of Natural History's Center for Biodiversity and Conservation, Environmental Defense, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Marine Protected Areas Center, the National Park Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Wildlife Conservation Society, and World Wildlife Fund. Support for the Center for Biodiversity and Conservation's Spring Symposia is provided by the John and Daniel Tishman Fund. CALL FOR POSTERS: Poster subject must relate to the symposium's themes and may include theory, empirical studies, or case studies. Please limit abstracts to 300 words, and include title, author(s), and contact information for the lead author. Submit abstracts to the CBC's Outreach Program Coordinator, Fiona Brady, at brady@amnh.org. Deadline for submission: February 18, 2002. TO REGISTER, please contact: Central Reservations, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, New York, NY 10024 (USA) 212-769-5200 (phone), 212-769-5272 (fax), or tickets@amnh.org. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Visit the CBC's website at http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/ or email biodiversity@amnh.org. -- PLEASE NOTE CHANGES TO MY CONTACT INFO: Dan Brumbaugh, Ph.D. Marine Program Manager American Museum of Natural History / Biodiversity Central Park West at 79th Street New York, NY 10024-5192 tel: (212) 496-3494; fax: (212) 769-5292 brumba@amnh.org http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/programs/marine/bahamas/ http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/symposia/seascapes/ CURRENTLY (most of the time): Visiting Scientist MPA Center / NOAA 110 Shaffer Road Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5730 tel: (831) 420-3963; fax: (831) 420-3977, -3979 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: What's a reef?? Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 20:37:07 -0500 From: "Mike Risk" To: , I was only prompted to respond in the first place because (as I told a senior colleague who responded to me privately) I grow frustrated by those who would re-invent the wheels on the handbasket in which reefs are so quickly going to hell. My submission was somewhat tongue-in-cheek: I knew perfectly well that there was no chance of that definition, or any other, being widely accepted. All such proposals will be talked to death. The fractious and divisive nature of the coral reef biological community is by now the stuff of legends. Just one example, of many: equally as important (more so) as the definition is the ability to describe what we see. I advise the governments of several nations (including the USA) on coral reef monitoring programs. I can guarantee you that, 30 years after the basic technique was described, there is still no general agreement on survey methods. This is clearly absurd. As all survey methods, properly applied, give the same answer, it would not be a problem if the various groups met regularly to compare notes-but even that doesn't happen. So I knew that adoption of the Wells 1957 definition (which was a consensus of opinions at the time) was impossible, because: 1. there are those out there who would not agree to ANY definition that they had not made up themselves; 2. those hearing it for the first time would have to admit they were unfamiliar with the classic reef literature, and 3. it was proposed by (shudder!) geologists. (Do I need to point out here the host of illustrious ecologists with geology degrees-starting with Darwin-without whom our knowldege of reefs would be woeful indeed?) There is nothing wrong with that definition-only the fact that it will never be adopted. John Ware's posting splits more hairs than it ties together. There is nothing wrong with "wave-resistant" as an essential descriptor. Talking about wave heights, wave strength (Reynold's Numbers??) etc. is just plain silly. Every structure we would accept as a reef is wave-resistant. Do they resist all waves? Of course not. (I resist temptation, but on rare occasions have been known to...that's for a later discussion). Will there be a spectrum of resistances? Of course. Is this a problem? Not to a group that can deal with the CCA "boilers" as well as the branched, fragile patches. This is an essential part of the definition, as it separates "reefs" from, say, piles of oyster shells. It is worth noting that the original word "reif" was High German/Old Norse, and meant a boat-holer. Equally, there is nothing wrong with "framework." The building analogy actually proves the point, instead of being fatal, as John would have it. The building falls down without the framework, ergo the structure needs it. It is silly to claim that massive structures, underlain by frameworks, do not qualify. When we look at reefs in the record, it is often hard to accept the existence of frameworks-most of them are jumbled piles of rubble. Again I don't think those observations are fatal-instead, they document the catastrophic force of rare storms. Wave-resistance is one thing, but against a hurricane, well, "resistance is futile", and the framework is destroyed. The definition I quoted is from a GSA Volume titled "Ecology"-I recommend it, even though it was published prior to 1995. (I think it's Memoir #54.) In that same volume is a paper by Teichert, describing the cold and deep-water coral banks off Europe, and pointing out that these should not be called "reefs". See above. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that an uncemented pile of corals is no more wave-resistant than a pile of oyster shells. So this wheel was invented a long time ago. If we are looking for a legal/policy-oriented reef definition, here is what does NOT go in: 1. there should be no mention of corals. All sorts of critters make reefs, even now. It is not even proper to say that corals dominate modern reefs-in terms of carbonate budgets, algae and bioeroders are more important by far than corals. (I can just hear the screams if I proposed that reefs were "algal-cemented frameworks supporting large numbers of bioeroders.") 2. there should be no mention of zooxanthellae/algal symbiosis. That is a factor that almost always accompanies reef formation (and has in the past) but any legal challenge would, for example, quickly expose our degree of ignorance of terrestrial OM sources in the diets of corals. This could lead to a lack of legal protection for parts of inshore reefs. 3. there should be no time implications. Tom's 6-year-old reef is as worthy of protection as are those 3,000-year-old reef fronts on the GBR. In short: the only change I can see making to the original definition would be to exclude humans! So, "Biologically-constructed (not by us!) wave-resistant frameworks." I now leave this debate, in the sure and certain knowldege that, should I come back in 5 years, no progress will have been made. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: What's a reef?? Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 20:08:32 -0600 From: "Bob Buddemeier" Reply-To: buddrw@ku.edu Organization: Kansas Geological Survey To: Mike Risk CC: jware@erols.com, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Thanks very much, Mike -- that clears up quite a few things for me. I have always been curious about where various governments got the advice upon which they base their reef-related policies Bob Mike Risk wrote: > I was only prompted to respond in the first place because (as I told a > senior colleague who responded to me privately) I grow frustrated by those > who would re-invent the wheels on the handbasket in which reefs are so > quickly going to hell. My submission was somewhat tongue-in-cheek: I knew > perfectly well that there was no chance of that definition, or any other, > being widely accepted. All such proposals will be talked to death. > > The fractious and divisive nature of the coral reef biological community is > by now the stuff of legends. Just one example, of many: equally as important > (more so) as the definition is the ability to describe what we see. I advise > the governments of several nations (including the USA) on coral reef > monitoring programs. I can guarantee you that, 30 years after the basic > technique was described, there is still no general agreement on survey > methods. This is clearly absurd. As all survey methods, properly applied, > give the same answer, it would not be a problem if the various groups met > regularly to compare notes-but even that doesn't happen. > > So I knew that adoption of the Wells 1957 definition (which was a consensus > of opinions at the time) was impossible, because: > 1. there are those out there who would not agree to ANY definition that > they had not made up themselves; > 2. those hearing it for the first time would have to admit they were > unfamiliar with the classic reef literature, and > 3. it was proposed by (shudder!) geologists. (Do I need to point out > here the host of illustrious ecologists with geology degrees-starting with > Darwin-without whom our knowldege of reefs would be woeful indeed?) > > There is nothing wrong with that definition-only the fact that it will never > be adopted. > > John Ware's posting splits more hairs than it ties together. There is > nothing wrong with "wave-resistant" as an essential descriptor. Talking > about wave heights, wave strength (Reynold's Numbers??) etc. is just plain > silly. Every structure we would accept as a reef is wave-resistant. Do they > resist all waves? Of course not. (I resist temptation, but on rare occasions > have been known to...that's for a later discussion). Will there be a > spectrum of resistances? Of course. Is this a problem? Not to a group that > can deal with the CCA "boilers" as well as the branched, fragile patches. > This is an essential part of the definition, as it separates "reefs" from, > say, piles of oyster shells. It is worth noting that the original word > "reif" was High German/Old Norse, and meant a boat-holer. > > Equally, there is nothing wrong with "framework." The building analogy > actually proves the point, instead of being fatal, as John would have it. > The building falls down without the framework, ergo the structure needs it. > It is silly to claim that massive structures, underlain by frameworks, do > not qualify. > > When we look at reefs in the record, it is often hard to accept the > existence of frameworks-most of them are jumbled piles of rubble. Again I > don't think those observations are fatal-instead, they document the > catastrophic force of rare storms. Wave-resistance is one thing, but against > a hurricane, well, "resistance is futile", and the framework is destroyed. > > The definition I quoted is from a GSA Volume titled "Ecology"-I recommend > it, even though it was published prior to 1995. (I think it's Memoir #54.) > In that same volume is a paper by Teichert, describing the cold and > deep-water coral banks off Europe, and pointing out that these should not be > called "reefs". See above. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out > that an uncemented pile of corals is no more wave-resistant than a pile of > oyster shells. So this wheel was invented a long time ago. > > If we are looking for a legal/policy-oriented reef definition, here is what > does NOT go in: > > 1. there should be no mention of corals. All sorts of critters make reefs, > even now. It is not even proper to say that corals dominate modern reefs-in > terms of carbonate budgets, algae and bioeroders are more important by far > than corals. (I can just hear the screams if I proposed that reefs were > "algal-cemented frameworks supporting large numbers of bioeroders.") > > 2. there should be no mention of zooxanthellae/algal symbiosis. That is a > factor that almost always accompanies reef formation (and has in the past) > but any legal challenge would, for example, quickly expose our degree of > ignorance of terrestrial OM sources in the diets of corals. This could lead > to a lack of legal protection for parts of inshore reefs. > > 3. there should be no time implications. Tom's 6-year-old reef is as worthy > of protection as are those 3,000-year-old reef fronts on the GBR. > > In short: the only change I can see making to the original definition would > be to exclude humans! So, "Biologically-constructed (not by us!) > wave-resistant frameworks." > > I now leave this debate, in the sure and certain knowldege that, should I > come back in 5 years, no progress will have been made. > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. -- Dr. Robert W. Buddemeier Kansas Geological Survey University of Kansas 1930 Constant Avenue Lawrence, KS 66047 USA e-mail: buddrw@ku.edu ph (1) (785) 864-2112 fax (1) (785) 864-5317 --------------------------------------------------------------------- Robert W. Buddemeier Dr. University of Kansas Kansas Geological Survey Robert W. Buddemeier Dr. University of Kansas Kansas Geological Survey 1930 Constant Avenue Fax: 785-864-5317 Lawrence Work: 785-864-2112 KS 66047 USA Additional Information: Last Name Buddemeier First Name Robert W. Version 2.1 Subject: RE: What's a reef?? Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2002 16:01:16 +0800 From: "Jeffrey Low" To: I was laughing all through reading Mike's reply .... thanks Mike, it's good to see that some people out there still have a sense of humor, and the wits to put it in writing. Great stuff! Cheers, Jeff Jack-of-many-trades, Master-of-one ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: What's a reef?? Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2002 08:03:16 -0500 From: Phillip Dustan To: buddrw@ku.edu, Mike Risk CC: jware@erols.com, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hey Guys, Sorry to intrude but I agree . We may not be able to say exactly what a reef is supposed to be in all cases, but we sure know one when we see it. And we can sure tell it's ecology is unraveling...... Phil At 08:08 PM 1/16/02 -0600, Bob Buddemeier wrote: >Thanks very much, Mike -- that clears up quite a few things for me. I have >always been curious about where various governments got the advice upon which >they base their reef-related policies > >Bob > >Mike Risk wrote: > >> I was only prompted to respond in the first place because (as I told a >> senior colleague who responded to me privately) I grow frustrated by those >> who would re-invent the wheels on the handbasket in which reefs are so >> quickly going to hell. My submission was somewhat tongue-in-cheek: I knew >> perfectly well that there was no chance of that definition, or any other, >> being widely accepted. All such proposals will be talked to death. >> >> The fractious and divisive nature of the coral reef biological community is >> by now the stuff of legends. Just one example, of many: equally as important >> (more so) as the definition is the ability to describe what we see. I advise >> the governments of several nations (including the USA) on coral reef >> monitoring programs. I can guarantee you that, 30 years after the basic >> technique was described, there is still no general agreement on survey >> methods. This is clearly absurd. As all survey methods, properly applied, >> give the same answer, it would not be a problem if the various groups met >> regularly to compare notes-but even that doesn't happen. >> >> So I knew that adoption of the Wells 1957 definition (which was a consensus >> of opinions at the time) was impossible, because: >> 1. there are those out there who would not agree to ANY definition that >> they had not made up themselves; >> 2. those hearing it for the first time would have to admit they were >> unfamiliar with the classic reef literature, and >> 3. it was proposed by (shudder!) geologists. (Do I need to point out >> here the host of illustrious ecologists with geology degrees-starting with >> Darwin-without whom our knowldege of reefs would be woeful indeed?) >> >> There is nothing wrong with that definition-only the fact that it will never >> be adopted. >> >> John Ware's posting splits more hairs than it ties together. There is >> nothing wrong with "wave-resistant" as an essential descriptor. Talking >> about wave heights, wave strength (Reynold's Numbers??) etc. is just plain >> silly. Every structure we would accept as a reef is wave-resistant. Do they >> resist all waves? Of course not. (I resist temptation, but on rare occasions >> have been known to...that's for a later discussion). Will there be a >> spectrum of resistances? Of course. Is this a problem? Not to a group that >> can deal with the CCA "boilers" as well as the branched, fragile patches. >> This is an essential part of the definition, as it separates "reefs" from, >> say, piles of oyster shells. It is worth noting that the original word >> "reif" was High German/Old Norse, and meant a boat-holer. >> >> Equally, there is nothing wrong with "framework." The building analogy >> actually proves the point, instead of being fatal, as John would have it. >> The building falls down without the framework, ergo the structure needs it. >> It is silly to claim that massive structures, underlain by frameworks, do >> not qualify. >> >> When we look at reefs in the record, it is often hard to accept the >> existence of frameworks-most of them are jumbled piles of rubble. Again I >> don't think those observations are fatal-instead, they document the >> catastrophic force of rare storms. Wave-resistance is one thing, but against >> a hurricane, well, "resistance is futile", and the framework is destroyed. >> >> The definition I quoted is from a GSA Volume titled "Ecology"-I recommend >> it, even though it was published prior to 1995. (I think it's Memoir #54.) >> In that same volume is a paper by Teichert, describing the cold and >> deep-water coral banks off Europe, and pointing out that these should not be >> called "reefs". See above. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out >> that an uncemented pile of corals is no more wave-resistant than a pile of >> oyster shells. So this wheel was invented a long time ago. >> >> If we are looking for a legal/policy-oriented reef definition, here is what >> does NOT go in: >> >> 1. there should be no mention of corals. All sorts of critters make reefs, >> even now. It is not even proper to say that corals dominate modern reefs-in >> terms of carbonate budgets, algae and bioeroders are more important by far >> than corals. (I can just hear the screams if I proposed that reefs were >> "algal-cemented frameworks supporting large numbers of bioeroders.") >> >> 2. there should be no mention of zooxanthellae/algal symbiosis. That is a >> factor that almost always accompanies reef formation (and has in the past) >> but any legal challenge would, for example, quickly expose our degree of >> ignorance of terrestrial OM sources in the diets of corals. This could lead >> to a lack of legal protection for parts of inshore reefs. >> >> 3. there should be no time implications. Tom's 6-year-old reef is as worthy >> of protection as are those 3,000-year-old reef fronts on the GBR. >> >> In short: the only change I can see making to the original definition would >> be to exclude humans! So, "Biologically-constructed (not by us!) >> wave-resistant frameworks." >> >> I now leave this debate, in the sure and certain knowldege that, should I >> come back in 5 years, no progress will have been made. >> >> ~~~~~~~ >> For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >> digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the >> menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > >-- >Dr. Robert W. Buddemeier >Kansas Geological Survey >University of Kansas >1930 Constant Avenue >Lawrence, KS 66047 USA >e-mail: buddrw@ku.edu >ph (1) (785) 864-2112 >fax (1) (785) 864-5317 > > >Attachment Converted: "c:\eudora_ashley\attach\buddrw1.vcf" > PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW -------------------------------------------------------------------- Phillip Dustan Department of Biology College of Charleston Charleston SC 29424 dustanp@cofc.edu www.cofc.edu/~coral/corallab.htm (843) 953-8086 (843)953-5453 Fax ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: reef definition Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2002 14:10:52 +0100 (MEZ) From: Markus Bertling CC: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Dear all, as a member of two groups grossly underrepresented on this list (Germans and geologists) I have to second Mike Risk: - "corals" have nothing to do in a reef definition: One of the most famous reefs of ALL times, the Capitan reef in TX and adjacent states, completely lacks corals! It was built by sponges and various skeletal algae (plus bryozoans). Sponge reefs are at least as important in earth history as coral reefs -- we now live in weird times where hardly any other organisms than corals build reefs (but even nowadays, worms, vermetids, red algae, etc. do!)... - a reef must have some sort of "strength" against hydrodynamics (elegantly circumscribed as wave-resistant) as loose associations of organisms normally found in reefs may occur as well. "Mudmounds", large buildups of mud with an occasional skeletal organism, repeatedly formed at greater depth throughout earth history but they only hardened under the pressure of superposed sediments, i.e. not during their "lifetime". And all of us probably agree that mudmounds are as little a reef as a sand bank is... Best wishes, Markus ====================================================================== Markus Bertling, Ph.D. Museum Curator and Collection Manager Geologisch-Palaeontologisches Institut und Museum Pferdegasse 3 D- 48143 Muenster Germany e-mail: bertlin@uni-muenster.de fax: ..49 - 251 - 83 248 91 phone: ..49 - 251 - 83 239 42 http://www.uni-muenster.de/Geomuseum/ ====================================================================== ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Summer Course - Tropical Marine Invertebrate Biology Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2002 08:45:17 -0500 From: "Norman Quinn" Organization: Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory To: Subject: Re: What's a reef?? Wells ref Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2002 12:49:28 -0500 From: "Alina M. Szmant" To: Mike Risk , jware@erols.com, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov For those limited to web searches of the literature as their source of information: the source of Mike's definition is: Wells, J. 1957. Coral reefs. Mem. Geol. Soc. Am., 67: 609-631. It's still a great paper to read to start learning about coral reefs. Alina Szmant At 08:37 PM 01/16/2002 -0500, Mike Risk wrote: > I > > The definition I quoted is from a GSA Volume titled "Ecology"-I recommend > it, even though it was published prior to 1995. (I think it's Memoir #54.) > In that same volume is a paper by Teichert, describing the cold and > deep-water coral banks off Europe, and pointing out that these should not > be > called "reefs". See above. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure > out > that an uncemented pile of corals is no more wave-resistant than a pile of > oyster shells. So this wheel was invented a long time ago. > ******************************************************************* Dr. Alina M. Szmant Coral Reef Research Group Professor of Biology Center for Marine Science University of North Carolina at Wilmington 5600 Marvin K. Moss Lane Wilmington NC 28409-5928 tel: (910)962-2362 fax: (910)962-2410 email: szmanta@uncwil.edu http://www.uncwil.edu/people/szmanta/ ****************************************************************** Subject: Lifespan of a polyp Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2002 10:06:04 +0100 (MET) From: jaapk@science.uva.nl To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Melissa, If you assume that you coral colony is for example a Porites or Montastrea like colony in which the polyps are packed on the surface of the colony, you can observe that polyps first located at the top of the colony tend to move towards the sides of the colony in the growth process. The polyps will end up in environmental conditions will be less favourable (polyps will for example become occluded and finally die). The growth trajectories of a polyp can be visualized on X-ray pictures and from these pictures it is possible to make estimates of the average life span (something like 2-3 yr for Porites, see W.M. Darke and D.J. Barnes, Growth trajectories of corallites and ages of polyps in massive colonies of reef-building corals of the genus Porites, Mar. Biol. 117:321-326, 1993). Alternatively you can observe these growth trajectories in simulation models of growth and form, based on a surface normal deposition model where you reprsent the individual corallites, of massive and branching coral species (see The algorithmic beauty of seaweeds, sponges and corals, J.A. Kaandorp and J.E. Kubler, Springer-Verlag, Heidelberg, 2001). By varying the average size of a corallite and average growth velocity in these models, you might be able to make estimates of the average life span of a polyp and compute how long it will take before a top polyp will end up in an environmental situation that will lead to death of the polyp. best regards, Jaap Jaap Kaandorp Section Computational Science Faculty of Science University of Amsterdam Kruislaan 403 1098 SJ Amsterdam The Netherlands Phone: +31 20 5257539 / +31 20 5257463 email: jaapk@science.uva.nl fax: +31 20 5257490 URL: http://www.science.uva.nl/~jaapk/ >Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 08:51:46 -0800 (PST) >From: Melissa Keyes >Subject: Lifespan of a polyp > >- --0-594713962-1011027106=:13211 >Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii > > > Hello, all, > > I was asked, "Does a coral polyp die of old age?" > > I believe it's one critter that could live indefinitely. Have there been any >papers on this? > > Cheers, > > Melissa Keyes > > St. Croix, USVI > > > > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Pennekamp coral reef slides Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2002 08:53:36 -0500 From: "Adriana Cantillo" Organization: NOAA/NOS/NCCOS/CCMA To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello, We are in the process of converting the late 1970s assessment of the Pennekamp coral reefs (off Key Largo, Florida) written by Dr. Gilbert Voss (University of Miami) into electronic form for publication as part of a document rescue effort. Dr. Voss sent the slides taken during the assessment to the NOAA Sanctuaries Program Division. The person who received the slides is no longer listed in the NOAA personnel directory. Does anyone know where the slides are? Our goal is to include scans of the slides in the CD containing the Voss Pennekamp report to make the photographic material available. If you know anything about the Pennekamp slides, please let us know. The document rescue effort is part of the Coastal and Estuarine Data/Document Archeology and Rescue (CEDAR) Project for South Florida. Documents rescued to date can be found here . The latest CEDAR publication is the Dry Tortugas field diary of Dr. Charles M. Breder, Jr. During the summer of 1929, Dr. Breder, employed at that time by the New York Aquarium and American Museum of Natural History, visited the Carnegie Laboratory in the Dry Tortugas to study the development and habits of flying fishes and their allies. The diary of the trip was donated to the Mote Marine Laboratory Library by his family. Dr. Breder's meticulous handwritten account gives us the opportunity to see the simple yet great details of his observations and field experiments. The introduction to the transcribed diary was written by Dr. Eugenie Clark, one of his students. Dr. Breder's diary is available in PDF format online here (, scroll down to Cantillo, Collins and Clark). A CD version of the diary is available. Please contact me for a copy. As other publications of interest to the corals community become available a note will be posted. Thank you. Dr. Adriana Cantillo NOAA/NOS/National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science --------------------------------------------------------------------- Chemist NOAA/National Ocean Service Chemist NOAA/National Ocean Service Conference Software Address Additional Information: Last Name Cantillo First Name Dr. Adriana Version 2.1 Subject: Coral abundance Date: Sat, 19 Jan 2002 18:31:23 -0200 From: "Simone Siag Oigman" To: "Coral List" Colleagues, We have been searching the usual sources of literature (ASFA, Web of Science and our local libraries, etc.) for review articles or research papers which review stony coral abundance (density and/or cover) and which synthesise differences between the world reefs and rocky shores. With the large amount of studies which collect this type of data we were surprised by our difficulty in coming up with anything concrete. So... What is the average density of stony corals on the worlds coral reefs and what proportion of area do they occupy? How does this compare with rocky shore corals, or indeed do we have this data? If anyone would like to point us in the right direction, we would be most grateful. Simone Oigman and Joel Creed Laboratorio de Ecologia Marinha/ UERJ Brazil ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Millepora Date: Sat, 19 Jan 2002 17:13:36 -0500 From: "Marcos S. Barbeitos" To: Hello coral-listers. I swear that I did my homework, but it's been really hard to find information about the overgrowth of gorgonians by Millepora. Apart from the brilliant 1980 paper by Charles Wahle (Wahle, C. 1980. Detection, pursuit, and overgrowth of tropical gorgonians by Milleporid hydrocorals: Perseus and Medusa revisited. Science 209:689-691) I could not find any other publication that has looked at this interaction. In his concise but comprehensive review on Millepora ecology, John Lewis mentioned Wahle's paper briefly and without any specific reference to the interaction itself. However, this review is not recent (1989). I wonder if this interaction has received little or no attention after Wahle (1980) or it is just that I did not look in the right places yet. Any information (including anecdotal) will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. Marcos. Marcos S. Barbeitos MSc., PhD. candidate University at Buffalo 109 Cooke Hall Buffalo, NY 14260 Phone: (716) 645-2881 Fax: (716) 645-2975 Subject: Coral Growth Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2002 00:44:46 -0600 From: tom h gray To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Greetings all- I am doing graduate work on the growth rate of Sinularia sp. (green, brown and white varieties), Sarcophyton sp. and Xenia sp. under three different light sources (metal halide, compact fluorescent and standard fluorescent) with similar light intensities in a captive environment. I have two questions. What information is out there concerning the physical characteristics of these corals that would have a bearing on their growth rate (zooxanthellae, feeding habits, metabolism, etc.)? What information is out there concerning the different spectrums of light that these three light sources produce and its effect on the growth of these corals? The metal halide were 175 watt 6500K for Study-1 and 175 watt 10,000K for Study-2. The compact fluorescent were Japanese 90 watt (2- white daylight bulbs, 2-actinic blue bulbs) for Study-1 and German 55 watt (2-white daylight bulbs, 2-actinic blue bulbs) for Study-2. The standard fluorescent were 40 watt (3-white daylight bulbs, 1-actinic blue bulb) for both Study-1 and Study-2. Any other relevant information is also greatly appreciated. Thanks, Tom Gray ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: World Atlas of Coral Reefs Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2002 14:20:24 -0800 (PST) From: Roberto Pardo To: Roberto Pardo , Mark Spalding , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Dr. Spalding. We received the World Atlas of Coral Reefs. Thanks so much. On the other hand it would be a possible obtain a copy of the World Atlas of Mangroves write for you and other authors in 1997 ? Thanks again for your support, We wish you a Happy New Year full of success. Warm regards, Roberto Subject: RE: Coral abundance Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2002 16:39:24 -0800 From: "Gregor Hodgson" To: "Simone Siag Oigman" , "Coral List" In the pre-global bleaching year of 1997, the average global coral cover was 33% and in the Caribbean 21% according to: Hodgson, G. 1999. A global assessment of human effects on coral reefs. Marine Pollution Bulletin. 38 (5) 345-355. Globally, on average there was a 10-11% decrease due to the bleaching event. Additional data are available on www.reefcheck.org and a prelim five-year analysis will be posted next month. Greg -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Simone Siag Oigman Sent: Saturday, January 19, 2002 12:31 PM To: Coral List Subject: Coral abundance Colleagues, We have been searching the usual sources of literature (ASFA, Web of Science and our local libraries, etc.) for review articles or research papers which review stony coral abundance (density and/or cover) and which synthesise differences between the world reefs and rocky shores. With the large amount of studies which collect this type of data we were surprised by our difficulty in coming up with anything concrete. So... What is the average density of stony corals on the worlds coral reefs and what proportion of area do they occupy? How does this compare with rocky shore corals, or indeed do we have this data? If anyone would like to point us in the right direction, we would be most grateful. Simone Oigman and Joel Creed Laboratorio de Ecologia Marinha/ UERJ Brazil ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: DFID project Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 12:58:53 GMT From: "Esteban, Nicole" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, With respect to our DFID funded project, Institutional evaluation of Caribbean MPA's and opportunities for pro-poor management, we sent the first project brief out via several list serves last July. We have now completed the second project brief which contains both information about the first activity of our project: a Characterisation Review of MPA's in the Caribbean region by CANARI (Geoghegan, Smith and Thacker (July 2001)) as well as details about recent and forthcoming fieldwork at selected MPA case studies. We have widened the circulation list for this second brief in response to interest expressed following the first brief and to include all people contacted by CANARI during research for the Characterisation Review. Instead of sending the project brief as an attachment, we would now like to direct you to our web site for the second project brief in pdf format (http://www.mragltd.com/brief2.pdf). Our web site also contains the first project brief and the Characterisation Review and associated datasets. Apologies for cross posting. Regards Caroline Garaway Vicki Cowan Nicole Esteban (nee Kenward) ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Nicole Esteban (nee Kenward) MRAG Ltd 47 Princes Gate London SW7 2QA UK Tel: +44 20 7594 9876 (direct) Tel: +44 20 7594 9888 (general) Fax:+44 20 7823 7916 www.mragltd.com ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: reef definition Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 13:00:18 GMT From: marcos To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, many many thanks for this nostalgic discussion. It sent me immediately back at the time when I had to wrap up my thesis. Then, just to give an overview over reef definitions in the literature of the past 150 years was an almost inhuman task. But you know professors. I finally succeded with that and then I could start with my own definition. Man was I proud! Proud to seperate the old definitions from the new scientific knowledge I thought I had then. I wrote it, I printed it and that was it. One more in a pile of definitions on what a reef really is. My definition does exclude the part with the wave-resistance (to my knowledge introduced by Vaughan 1919...the literature-work has to be good for something) because by then I had not only heared from the deep water Lophelia-reefs off Norway but had seen the video-footage. If these are not reefs, then forget those tiny structures in the Red Sea and the Carribbean. But then again, this is my experience and my definition. Strange enough I never had a problem in communication with other reef scientists. I knew what they were talking about, what a surprise. My point is, there is no point in trying to reach an agreement for such a broad definition as a definition of reefs. Everybody, who experienced reefs has a feeling for this. And depending on this experience he or she will define a reef a little bit different. But when it comes to reef protection, nobody would say, "ok, this is a reef by definition, lets protect it and this is a coral patch, so what the heck, blast it". Protection and awareness doesn´t start with definitions. And our task as scientist is to communicate this to politicians and governmental organisations. Use your own words, then you can convince. Well, that was my point. Sorry for my german-english, cheers, Marcos Marcos Gektidis PhD Geologisch-Paläontologisches Institut Senckenberganlage 32-34 60054 Frankfurt am Main Germany ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: rearing sea urchins Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 17:18:36 +0000 From: "Reia Guppy" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, I am trying to develop some new labs for Developmental Biology. Does anyone have, or can tell me where I can find a protocol for rearing sea urchins? This includes from gametes through their developmental stages to adulthood. Thanks. Reia Reia Guppy Graduate Student Biology Department University of Central Arkansas 201 Donaghey Avenue Conway, AR 72035 Tel: (501) 450-3146 Fax: (501) 450-5914 Email: reiag@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: rearing sea urchins Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 14:31:03 -0600 From: tom h gray To: reiag@hotmail.com CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Reia- You may want to contact Dr. Tunnell or Dr. Dokken at 3618252736 as they know about people that do studies with sea urchins at the Center for Coastal Studies in Corpus Christi, Tx. Good luck, Tom Gray On Tue, 22 Jan 2002 17:18:36 +0000 "Reia Guppy" writes: > Dear all, > > I am trying to develop some new labs for Developmental Biology. Does > anyone > have, or can tell me where I can find a protocol for rearing sea > urchins? > This includes from gametes through their developmental stages to > adulthood. > Thanks. > > Reia > > > > > > > Reia Guppy > > Graduate Student > > Biology Department > > University of Central Arkansas > > 201 Donaghey Avenue > > Conway, AR 72035 > > Tel: (501) 450-3146 > > Fax: (501) 450-5914 > > Email: reiag@hotmail.com > > > _________________________________________________________________ > MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: > http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Lifespan of a polyp Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 09:58:31 +1000 From: "Dave Barnes" To: , Dear Melissa, I note Jaap Kandorp's reply to your question about the lifespan of coral polyps. He pointed you to a paper written from work done by Wendy Darke, who did her PhD with me. The surface of many massive coral colonies becomes bumpy as the coral Subject: MACC project Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2002 19:13:07 -0800 From: "Tom van't Hof" To: Within the broader framework of a World Bank project entitled "Mainstreaming Adaptation to Climate Change in the Caribbean" a sub-project is carried out to develop a project appraisal methodology for MACC, to illustrate this with coral reef valuation examples from the region, and to facilitate the integration of economic valuation information into national decision-making processes to support cost-effective adaptation and mitigation strategies. The project coordinator is Herman Cesar. We are looking for possible models that address linkages of one or more of the following common threats to coral reefs, i.e. climate change, over-fishing, coastal development and tourism, to coral reef health and integrity. If you know of any such models or of researchers working on such models, we would appreciate to hear about this. Thanks for any advice you may be able to provide. ************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************ Tom van't Hof Marine & Coastal Resource Management Consulting The Bottom, Saba Netherlands Antilles Tel. (599) 416-3348 Fax (599) 416-3299 e-mail "Specializing in marine protected areas since 1979." Resume, references and project history at Subject: RE: rearing sea urchins Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 07:45:27 -0600 From: "Dr. Quenton R. Dokken" To: , "tom h gray" CC: "Tunnell Wes" , , Reia, Associated with Texas A&M University-Corpus Chrisit, the U.S. Geological Survey Toxicology Laboratory uses sea urchin gametes and larvae which they spawn in the lab to conduct toxicology assays. Contact Ms. Linda May at pricemay@falcon.tamucc.edu. Good luck. Quenton Dokken, Ph.D. Associate Director Center for Coastal Studies -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of tom h gray Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2002 2:31 PM To: reiag@hotmail.com Cc: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Re: rearing sea urchins Dear Reia- You may want to contact Dr. Tunnell or Dr. Dokken at 3618252736 as they know about people that do studies with sea urchins at the Center for Coastal Studies in Corpus Christi, Tx. Good luck, Tom Gray On Tue, 22 Jan 2002 17:18:36 +0000 "Reia Guppy" writes: > Dear all, > > I am trying to develop some new labs for Developmental Biology. Does > anyone > have, or can tell me where I can find a protocol for rearing sea > urchins? > This includes from gametes through their developmental stages to > adulthood. > Thanks. > > Reia > > > > > > > Reia Guppy > > Graduate Student > > Biology Department > > University of Central Arkansas > > 201 Donaghey Avenue > > Conway, AR 72035 > > Tel: (501) 450-3146 > > Fax: (501) 450-5914 > > Email: reiag@hotmail.com > > > _________________________________________________________________ > MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: > http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: rearing sea urchins Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 18:36:15 +0000 From: "Reia Guppy" To: peck@hawaii.edu, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello All! Thank you to all those who have been sending the much needed information concerning rearing sea urchins. I've been asked by a couple of people to pass on the information that I have gotten, so I've compiled a list of contact information which I've received. These are listed below. So far, I've been getting contact information. I've listed these for you below. I'll let you know if anything more comes in. 1) Texas A&M University in Corpus Christi - U.S. Geological Survey Toxicology Laboratory. Use sea urchin gametes and larvae which they spawn to conduct toxicology assays. Contact Ms. Linda May, pricemay@falcon.tamucc.edu. 2) Dunstaffnage Marine Laboratory in Scotland - Invertebrate Biology & Mariculture Group. Rears 2 British species. Contact Dr. Maeve Kelly, www.sams.ac.uk/dml/ 3) Southern California Coastal Water Research Project (SCCWRP). Maitain adult urchins in tanks and experiment with gametes and embryos. Contact Steve Bay and Darrin Greenstein, darring@SCCWRP.org ; steveb@SCCWRP.org 4) Bulletin of Marine Science 1998 issue - paper by Eckert. That's all the information sent on this. This paper supposed to have a good protocol, using Diadema. 5) University of Texas at Austin. Algae collection for food source for larvae and diatoms for juvenile urchins. 6) Center for Coastal Studies in Corpus Christi, Texas. Contact Drs. Tunnell and/or Dokken, 1-361-825-2736. 7) Marine Resources Center at the Marine Biological Laboratory. Works with cellular biology and cell division in sea urchin zygotes. Contact www.mbl.edu/animals/index.html 8) University of Oregon - Oregon Institute of Marine Biology Field Station. Contact Dr. Richard Emlet using OIMB link from U of O home page. 9) Rosenstiel School for Marine and Atmospheric Science. Has grown Diadema from gametes through to teenagers. Contact Tom Capo, tcapo@rsmas.miami.edu 10) University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Rears urchins. Contact Dr. Alina Szmant, szmanta@uncwil.edu, 1-910-962-2362 Thanks again to everyone! Reia Reia Guppy Graduate Student Biology Department University of Central Arkansas 201 Donaghey Avenue Conway, AR 72035 Tel: (501) 450-3146 Fax: (501) 450-5914 Email: reiag@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coralline Algae - Gulf of Maine species info sought Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2002 15:32:05 -0500 From: Ron Huber To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Friends - I've been trying to get a list of known coralline algae species that inhabit the Gulf of Maine, and/or Georges Bank. I have been revewing the excellent materials online from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) and from Derek Keats at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa. However, the Gulf of Maine and Georges Bank's species are not much mentioned in their online literature. University of Maine marine biologist Bob Steneck has also provided some very useful info on the corallines of the Gulf of Maine, but other sources would be helpful too. (don't want to overtax Bob with his already overfull workload too much!) Any information or leads to sources of information anyone might have concerning coralline algae species specifically found in the Gulf of Maine and/or Georges Bank or other NW Atlantic banks, or historically or prehistorically found there, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Ron Huber Task Force Atlantis http://www.atlantisforce.org (207)594-5717 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral Reefs vision for the Maldives Date: Thu, 24 Jan 2002 19:49:19 +0100 From: "Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert" To: "Coral List" Dear All, In order to promote the CIRCoP project (Int'l Coral Reefs Conferences of = Paris - www.circop.com), I've been asked to answer questions during an = Interview which will be made by a French TV in few weeks. They would like to know some things about Maldives, and If I have a = personal opinion as I'm diving there every year since 1999, I would love = to have yours as scientists :=20 - What is the most potential future of Maldives' coral reefs : Recovery = ? Death ? How much time for both according to you ? - What is the most potential future of Maldives' islands : stand by ? = Disappearance ? - Is there something currently done to restore these reefs ? Can = something be done ? Thanks for your opinions, it will help me to provide the best answers. Best Regards Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert CIRCoP Project Manager http://www.circop.com, to Enjoy Great Protected Coral Reefs Official Partners : VediorBis - Sony Computer France - Salon de la = Plong=E9e de Paris ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: legal definition of a reef Date: Thu, 24 Jan 2002 17:01:16 -0500 From: Nicole To: John Dawson CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I must enter the debate. A reef is a hard bottom near enough to the surface to damage a boat. Any sailor knows that. This is also the oldest definition. The other debate points refer only to how a reef is formed. Most formations may be biological, but drowned moraines are also reefs. The problem in the debate is the qualifier "legal." I ask instead, what is the definition of legal? In what jurisdiction? Won't it be different in each and subject to each circuit court ruling as well. Is the point then worth pursuing? Isn't it true that nothing is "legal" until codified and then only until appealed? ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral Bleaching Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 15:27:11 +1000 From: Kevin Strychar To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi everyone, My name is Kevin Strychar and I am a PhD candidate waiting to hear back from my PhD examiners. My research focussed on studying the effects of bleaching on soft and scleractinian corals, comparatively assessing physiological, biochemical and genetic differences of Symbiodinium. Whilst volumes of information exist about scleractinian corals, less information is available about soft corals (and other reef organisms) - so I have a proposal to anyone and everyone who is interested. If people would be willing to email me their observations of reef bleaching of soft corals (and any other organism that bleach) I will collate the information making it available the following year. The information that I would ask people to send should consist of the following where possible: 1). Person(s) making the observation 2). Location (lat and log would be nice) 3). Date of observation 4). Depth of observation 5). Water temperature (air temperature too if available) 6). Percentage of soft corals bleached [Names of organisms (scientific names would be great if possible), both affected and not affected would be great] 7). Percentage of soft corals bleached relative to scleractinian corals [Again, names of organisms (scientific names would be great if possible), both affected and not affected would be great] 8). Other observations of reef organisms displaying bleaching characteristics [Names of organisms (scientific names would be great if possible), both affected and not affected would be great] Because I am in the transition of moving from Australia to the US, I ask that you email your response, for the moment, to the "Hotmail Address" k_strychar@hotmail.com Thanks, much appreciated. Kevin Strychar. ****************************** Kevin Strychar, PhD Candidate Central Queensland University School of Biology and Environmental Science North Rockhampton Queensland 4702 Australia Phone: 61-07-4930-9647 Fax: 61-07-4930-9209 email: k.strychar@cqu.edu.au "I don t know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody." Bill Cosby (1937- ) ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: reefs Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 16:00:32 +0100 (MEZ) From: Markus Bertling CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral-listers, o.k., after the last message from Nicole, it probably has become obvious that there are various "reefs" to various people. Her definition > A reef is a hard bottom near enough to the surface to damage a boat. is the nautical one, and there is a "reef" for (at least South African) miners (= any ore deposit occuring in layers). Both should be off the topic for the target group of this list, i.e. biologists, ecologists and palaeontologists. The definition of Mike Risk and me tries to include what these people (might) have in mind when speaking/reading of a reef... Have a nice weekend, Markus ====================================================================== Markus Bertling, Ph.D. Museum Curator and Collection Manager Geologisch-Palaeontologisches Institut und Museum Pferdegasse 3 D- 48143 Muenster Germany e-mail: bertlin@uni-muenster.de fax: ..49 - 251 - 83 248 91 phone: ..49 - 251 - 83 239 42 http://www.uni-muenster.de/Geomuseum/ ====================================================================== ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: ISRS European Meeting 2002 Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 17:15:07 +0000 (GMT) From: "K.A. Teleki" To: Coral-List Further details of the plenary talks and the thematic sessions to be offered at the ISRS European Meeting in Cambridge, UK 4-7 September 2002 are now available at www.isrs2002.org along with meeting registration forms. Potential participants are urged to contact session convenors as soon as possible to secure a presentation slot in what we are sure will be a high quality scientific gathering. The deadline for early registration, with considerable savings over later registration, is 15 February 2002. For further information visit the website or contact the organisers at info@isrs2002.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: coral mining Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 19:02:15 -0000 From: "Sarah Karaviotis" To: dear coral list, I am currently studying the human impact of coral mining upon coral reefs in SW Sulawesi, Indonesia. Apart from the 1988 Brown & Dunne paper on mining in the Maldives, there appears to be a scarcity of literature on this topic. Can anyone offer any assistance? Many thanks, Sarah Karaviotis Subject: a good anthropogenic indicator needed Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 15:17:57 -0500 From: "Brad Rosov" To: Dear Coral Listers... The reef tract along the Florida Keys, as you all know, have been degrading for years. The Florida Keys Nature Conservancy has participated in a near-shore water quality sampling program for years throughout the keys. These efforts have helped determine the amount of nutrients in the near-shore water, among other things. In an attempt to determine immediate human-induced impact on the near-shore water quality, I am just beginning to investigate an appropriate method for assessing this. Caffeine is one such indicator, but without very much investigation, I understand this is a rather expensive method. I would appreciate any advice on a cost effective method to monitor anthropogenic impact on water quality. Brad Rosov Marine Conservation Program Manager The Florida Keys Nature Conservancy Subject: Re: a good anthropogenic indicator needed Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 20:28:50 -0500 From: McCarty and Peters To: Coral Reef List Server Brad, >> In an attempt to determine immediate human-induced impact on the near-shore water quality, I am just beginning to investigate an appropriate method for assessing this. Caffeine is one such indicator, but without very much investigation, I understand this is a rather expensive method. << One, what do you call "expensive?" Yes, an analysis for caffeine is going to cost more than simple nutrients like N and P. A simple HPLC method should not break the bank and would be easy to set up. Two, caffeine is not necessarily a conservative tracer in the environment, nor is it easy to determine the relationship between observed caffeine concentrations and other parameters. For example, it may be indicative of the transfer of groundwater from septic systems or a point source input from a POTW. It says nothing about surface runoff or other sources. But even within a septic context, there are bound to be major differences in the inputs to different septic systems, transfer rates to the environment, etc. Not to mention those folks who have gone decaff. Ad of course, it has not been demonstrated to be harmful to the reef environment. However, it will act nothing like many other anthropogenic inputs that clearly are toxic. I suggest you keep looking... Chip McCarty ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: a good anthropogenic indicator needed Date: Sat, 26 Jan 2002 10:55:18 -0500 From: "Mike Risk" To: "McCarty and Peters" , "Coral Reef List Server" Try delta 15-N in algae or coral tissue. See work by Lapointe, Heikoop, etc. Cost is approx. $20 a pop, commercially. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: coral mining Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2002 08:47:43 +0100 From: kochzius@uni-bremen.de To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Sahra! This reference might be interesting: Shepherd ARD, Warwick RM, Clarke Kr, Brown BE (1992) An analysis of fish community response to coral mining in the Maldives. Environmental Biology of Fishes 33: 367-380 Best fishes Marc At 19:02 25.01.02 +0000, you wrote: >dear coral list, > >I am currently studying the human impact of coral mining upon coral reefs >in SW Sulawesi, Indonesia. Apart from the 1988 Brown & Dunne paper on >mining in the Maldives, there appears to be a scarcity of literature on >this topic. Can anyone offer any assistance? > >Many thanks, >Sarah Karaviotis ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> Marc Kochzius Zentrum fuer Marine Tropenoekologie (ZMT) Centre for Tropical Marine Ecology University of Bremen Fahrenheitstr. 6 28359 Bremen Germany Tel.:+49 +421 23800-57 (Office) please note new number! +49 +421 218-7679 (Lab) +49 +421 23800-21 (ZMT Secretary) Fax: +49 +421 23800-30 or -40 ZMT Webpage: www.zmt.uni-bremen.de Reef Webpage: www.oceanium.de <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: a good anthropogenic indicator needed Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2002 09:46:55 -0500 From: Deevon Quirolo To: , N-15 (nitrogen) can trace human sewage. Regards, DeeVon, Reef Relief At 03:17 PM 1/25/02 -0500, Brad Rosov wrote: > Dear Coral Listers... > The reef tract along the Florida Keys, as you all know, have been > degrading for years. The Florida Keys Nature Conservancy has participated > in a near-shore water quality sampling program for years throughout the > keys. These efforts have helped determine the amount of nutrients in the > near-shore water, among other things. In an attempt to determine > immediate human-induced impact on the near-shore water quality, I am just > beginning to investigate an appropriate method for assessing this. > Caffeine is one such indicator, but without very much investigation, I > understand this is a rather expensive method. I would appreciate any > advice on a cost effective method to monitor anthropogenic impact on water > quality. > Brad Rosov > Marine Conservation Program Manager > The Florida Keys Nature Conservancy DeeVon Quirolo, Executive Director Reef Relief, a non profit grassroots organization dedicated to Preserve and Protect Living Coral Reefs through Local, Regional and International Efforts www.reefrelief.org P.O. Box 430, Key West, Fl. 33041 tel (305) 294-3100 fax (305) 293-9515 Subject: Re: legal definition of a reef Date: Tue, 29 Jan 2002 09:56:04 +1000 From: Kathleen Swalling Organization: Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority To: Nicole CC: John Dawson , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, Greg Rose Although, I have been loathe to enter this discussion as there seems to be a myriad of views that remain & possibly will remain unresolved. on the legal side I can say this: 1. Statute law is based on policy (& obviously, politics, economics and social conventions of the day). Once the policy is formed then the law can be created to effect it. i.e. once a decision on the definition of a reef is made statute law can be used to effect it. In common law countries the judiciary might create a definition of 'reef' to decide a case but where the government is sovereign it will be able to overide any definition with statute law (once again based on policy (an agreed definition of the term 'reef' that extolls a country/states policy). 2. Law is jurisdictionally dependent (in a federal system there may be 2 jurisdictions: national and state) unless international law (then it may be treaty based or customary (based on custom). Treaty based law only every binds ratifying parties. 3. It might be possible to propose a 'soft law' definition of 'reef' to which nation state legislators could look for uniformity of definition but agree and bind international parties to the definition would require some sort of treaty ratification. By 'soft law' I mean something like Agenda 21. This may be useful in encouraging parties to a global definition, understanding. I hope this helps, a little. Regards Kathleen Please note the views in this email reflect those of the writer only and not the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. Kathleen Swalling Senior Legal Officer Legal Services Unit Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Phone: 61 7 4750 0899 Fax: 61 7 4772 6093 Email: kathleen@gbrmpa.gov.au URL: http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au -------------------------------------------- IMPORTANT: This transmission (including any attachment) is intended for the use of the addressee only and may contain confidential, commercially valuable or legally privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that any use, copying or dissemination of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender or this Office immediately by telephone then delete the original transmission and any copies. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Kathleen Swalling Senior Legal Officer Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Legal Services Unit Kathleen Swalling Senior Legal Officer Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Legal Services Unit 2-68 Flinders Street PO Box 1379 Fax: 61 7 4772 6093 TOWNSVILLE Work: 61 7 4750 0899 QLD 4810 Additional Information: Last Name Swalling First Name Kathleen Version 2.1 Subject: Re: coral mining Date: Tue, 29 Jan 2002 04:07:30 +0000 (GMT) From: Abigail Moore To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral -Listers Unfortunately I did not catch Sarah's initial letter. I work in Central Sulawesi, where Coral mining is also a severe problem. It really would indeed be good to know about any info on this subject, and also how to get it! Especially for those of us without access to major (or indeed any)paper libraries. Good luck Sarah, and feel free to contact me directly re Sulawesi (though a slightly different region) if you would like! All the best Abigail Abigail Moore MSc Yayasan Adi Citra Lestari Jl Tendean No 7 Palu 94111 Sulteng Indonesia abigailyacl@yahoo.com --- kochzius@uni-bremen.de wrote: > Dear Sahra! > > This reference might be interesting: > Shepherd ARD, Warwick RM, Clarke Kr, Brown BE (1992) > An analysis of fish > community response to coral mining in the Maldives. > Environmental Biology > of Fishes 33: 367-380 > > Best fishes > > Marc > > At 19:02 25.01.02 +0000, you wrote: > >dear coral list, > > > >I am currently studying the human impact of coral > mining upon coral reefs > >in SW Sulawesi, Indonesia. Apart from the 1988 > Brown & Dunne paper on > >mining in the Maldives, there appears to be a > scarcity of literature on > >this topic. Can anyone offer any assistance? > > > >Many thanks, > >Sarah Karaviotis > > ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> > ><> > Marc Kochzius > Zentrum fuer Marine Tropenoekologie (ZMT) > Centre for Tropical Marine Ecology > University of Bremen > Fahrenheitstr. 6 > 28359 Bremen > Germany > > Tel.:+49 +421 23800-57 (Office) please note new > number! > +49 +421 218-7679 (Lab) > +49 +421 23800-21 (ZMT Secretary) > Fax: +49 +421 23800-30 or -40 > > ZMT Webpage: www.zmt.uni-bremen.de > Reef Webpage: www.oceanium.de > <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< > <>< > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to > coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on > Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: coral-list-daily V2 #327 Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2002 14:33:20 -0500 From: "Jim Bohnsack" Organization: NOAA To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I would check with the Sanctuary Programs Office at NOAA. In 1983 I sent my materials to Caroll Curtis at that office. They should have some record. Also, the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary may have leads if you have not yet checked them out. I suspected that when they took my original aerial photos of Looe Key Reef I would never see them again. coral-list-daily wrote: > coral-list-daily Saturday, January 19 2002 Volume 02 : Number 327 > > Pennekamp coral reef slides > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2002 08:53:36 -0500 > From: "Adriana Cantillo" > Subject: Pennekamp coral reef slides > > This is a multi-part message in MIME format. > - --------------1FA93B041D218C90DF425FAC > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; x-mac-type="54455854"; x-mac-creator="4D4F5353" > Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit > > Hello, > > We are in the process of converting the late 1970s assessment of the > Pennekamp coral reefs (off Key Largo, Florida) written by Dr. Gilbert > Voss (University of Miami) into electronic form for publication as part > of a document rescue effort. Dr. Voss sent the slides taken during the > assessment to the NOAA Sanctuaries Program Division. The person who > received the slides is no longer listed in the NOAA personnel directory. > Does anyone know where the slides are? Our goal is to include scans of > the slides in the CD containing the Voss Pennekamp report to make the > photographic material available. > > If you know anything about the Pennekamp slides, please let us know. > > The document rescue effort is part of the Coastal and Estuarine > Data/Document Archeology and Rescue (CEDAR) Project for South Florida. > Documents rescued to date can be found here > . > > The latest CEDAR publication is the Dry Tortugas field diary of Dr. > Charles M. Breder, Jr. During the summer of 1929, Dr. Breder, employed > at that time by the New York Aquarium and American Museum of Natural > History, visited the Carnegie Laboratory in the Dry Tortugas to study > the development and habits of flying fishes and their allies. The diary > of the trip was donated to the Mote Marine Laboratory Library by his > family. Dr. Breder's meticulous handwritten account gives us the > opportunity to see the simple yet great details of his observations and > field experiments. The introduction to the transcribed diary was written > by Dr. Eugenie Clark, one of his students. > > Dr. Breder's diary is available in PDF format online here > (, scroll down to > Cantillo, Collins and Clark). A CD version of the diary is available. > Please contact me for a copy. > > As other publications of interest to the corals community become > available a note will be posted. > > Thank you. > > Dr. Adriana Cantillo > NOAA/NOS/National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science > > - --------------1FA93B041D218C90DF425FAC > Content-Type: text/x-vcard; charset=us-ascii; > name="Adriana.Cantillo.vcf" > Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit > Content-Description: Card for Adriana Cantillo > Content-Disposition: attachment; > filename="Adriana.Cantillo.vcf" > > begin:vcard > n:Cantillo;Dr. Adriana > x-mozilla-html:FALSE > org:NOAA/National Ocean Service > adr:;;;;;; > version:2.1 > email;internet:Adriana.Cantillo@NOAA.GOV > title:Chemist > x-mozilla-cpt:;3 > end:vcard > > - --------------1FA93B041D218C90DF425FAC-- > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > ------------------------------ > > End of coral-list-daily V2 #327 > ******************************* > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: bleaching Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2002 19:54:46 +0000 (GMT Standard Time) From: Marianne Fish To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, I'm hoping to carry out research on bleaching of coral reefs in the Caribbean as part of an MSc project and wondered if anyone was aware of any current bleaching events? Thank you in advance, Marianne Fish ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Technical advisor position, Tanzania Date: Thu, 31 Jan 2002 15:44:54 +0300 From: Sue Wells To: "'coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov'" The following is a re-advertisement of a position advertised last year, but for which the project was subsequently delayed. Please do not respond to me directly, but as requested in the advert. Thanks. TECHNICAL ADVISOR Development of Mnazi Bay-Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park Project Based in Mnazi Bay, Mtwara District, Tanzania The World Conservation Union is an international organization that seeks to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature, and to ensure that any use of natural resources is ecologically sustainable and equitable. The Eastern Africa Regional Office (EARO) of IUCN will be implementing a GEF funded project to develop a multiple-use marine park to protect significant and threatened marine biodiversity of the Mnazi-Bay and Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park. The project will be for four years and aims at enable local communities and government stakeholders to protect effectively and utilise sustainably the marine biodiversity and resources of the park. IUCN EARO is looking for an experienced professional as the Technical Advisor (TA) to implement the project with the Marine Parks and Reserve Unit of the Tanzanian Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism. The TA will play a supportive role to the Manager of the Marine Parks and Reserves Unit and will work closely with the Project Co-ordinator/Warden and other project staff. He/She will be the focal point for the co-ordination and delivery of the overall IUCN technical assistance programme under the project and management of the project finances. He/she will need technical expertise and direct experience in the following areas: * Experience with marine protected areas establishment and development; * Community-based natural resource management and/or biodiversity conservation, including an appreciation of gender and poverty issues; * * Appreciation of marine resource management issues The ideal candidates should have: * Minimum Masters degree in environmental management, fisheries management , marine ecology or related discipline and with at least ten years experience working in a field related to marine conservation; * * Project management experience, including multi-displinary team management, financial; management and procurement; * Proficiency in spoken and written English, Fluency or working knowledge of Kiswahili would be an added advantage; * Exceptional communications, negotiation and liason skills. The contract will be for two years, renewable, and will start as soon as possible. Applicants should submit their detailed CV with contacts of three referees to: the Regional Representative, IUCN EARO, P.O. Box 68200, Nairobi, Kenya, fax: 254-2-890615, by 28th February 2002. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. IUCN is an equal opportunity employer Sue Wells Co-ordinator, Marine and Coastal Programme IUCN Eastern African Regional Office P.O. Box 68200, Nairobi, Kenya Tel. (254) 2 890606; Fax (254) 2 890615 e-mail: smw@iucnearo.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Bahrain pearl oyster Date: Thu, 31 Jan 2002 08:54:15 -0800 (PST) From: Patrick MacDaniel To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Is anyone aware of persons who are actively researching Pinctada fucata, or is interested in doing so? I am currently working in Bahrain and was surprised to learn that virtually no research has been done here on this species (despite its historical significance). The oyster banks (400 sq miles) have had 50-70 years to recover since the end of commercial pearling. The estimated biomass is much greater than it was a century ago. My involvement has been limited to occasional diving, but I have had problems getting answers to many of my questions about the biology due to the lack of research. If someone wishes to investigate possible research topics, I could put them into contact with some of the relevant people. Pat MacDaniel __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Florida Keys internships available Date: Fri, 1 Feb 2002 17:54:48 -0500 (Eastern Standard Time) From: Erich Mueller To: Coral List Mote Marine Laboratory Center for Tropical Research (CTR)Internships Research at the CTR centers on coral physiology, environmental biology, diseases and reef restoration. In addition to research by Mote scientists, the CTR hosts visiting scientists and educational groups. Internships are generally 4 months long (dates below are guidelines; there is some flexibility) and designed to provide advanced undergraduates, recent graduates and graduate students with practical marine science skills. All interns assist with research projects, help visiting scientists and students, perform general laboratory duties and develop a project of their own. Other duties are associated with specific interests or projects as listed below such as toxicology, coral diseases, reef restoration, etc. and may need specific skills in addition to the general requirements. Applications are now being accepted for the following internships: Coral Culture Internship- Learn about operation and maintenance of closed coral aquaria and open seawater systems, coral culture techniques and water quality assessment. available: IMMEDIATELY and year-round skills: Experience with aquariums desirable but not required. Toxicology - This project will be of interested in the effects of pollutants on the marine environment. Specifically, the intern will assist in experiments examining the effects of various contaminants on coral biology. The intern will also serve as a TA for a summer course, "Diseases of Corals and Other Reef Organisms" available: June-August, 2002 skills: Applicant should have good basic laboratory skills. Knowledge of ecotoxicology and Excel highly desirable. Experience with histopathology and/or microbiology helpful for assisting course. General Requirements: Basic coursework in biology and chemistry, CPR and First Aid certification is required. Advanced coursework and boat handling experience desirable. Although SCUBA certification is NOT required, interns desiring to participate in SCUBA activities must be able to meet American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) standards. Little diving occurs between November and March. An apartment is provided which may be shared with other interns and/or graduate students. Additional information on the CTR and current projects may be obtained from our Website: http://www.mote.org/~emueller/ctrhome.phtml Application materials should be requested from Andrea Davis, Mote Marine Laboratory Intern Coordinator, at: 1 (800) 691-6683 or email: adavis@mote.org Internship Period Application deadline Notification Date 1 January - 30 April 30 September 31 October 1 May - 31 August 28 February 30 March 1 September - 20 December 30 June 31 July <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Erich Mueller, Ph.D., Director Phone: (305) 745-2729 Mote Marine Laboratory FAX: (305) 745-2730 Center for Tropical Research Email: emueller@mote.org 24244 Overseas Highway (US 1) Summerland Key, FL 33042 Center Website-> http://www.mote.org/~emueller/CTRHome.phtml Mote Marine Laboratory Website-> http://www.mote.org Remarks are personal opinion and do not reflect institutional policy unless so indicated. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral Disease course in the Florida Keys Date: Fri, 1 Feb 2002 18:12:00 -0500 (Eastern Standard Time) From: Erich Mueller To: Coral List Advanced Courses in Tropical Marine Sciences Mote Marine Laboratory's Center for Tropical Research 6-14 July, 2002 The following course is being offered for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Working professionals desiring to gain current information in these topic areas are also encouraged to apply. The course will be limited to 12 students. ************************************************************************* Diseases of Corals and Other Reef Organisms Esther C. Peters, Ph.D., and Robert B. Jonas, Ph.D. George Mason University Description: During the last two decades, the potential for severe impacts to coral reef populations and communities from the effects of various diseases has been recognized. Diseases have been described affecting corals, fish, coralline algae, and sea urchins, sometimes with wide-ranging effects. This course will introduce students to the field of pathobiology of marine organisms. The focus of lectures, dives and laboratory sessions will be on diseases affecting hard corals, but information will also be presented on diseases of other reef organisms. Methods of studying diseases will include collection of field monitoring data and physiological, histological and microbiological techniques. The course will provide students with a state-of-the-art overview of reef pathobiology, experience with relevant techniques, and an understanding of the need for a multidisciplinary approach to its study. Prerequisites: College level biology courses and SCUBA certification are required. Divers must meet AAUS standards for "Diver-in-Training" status. This includes medical clearance, completion of forms and acceptance by the Mote Marine Laboratory Diving Safety Officer. Divers coming from AAUS institutions will need a letter of reciprocity from their Dive Safety Officer attesting to their dive status. All divers will have an in-water check-out prior to final approval for course diving. Courses in invertebrate zoology, microbiology, ecology, chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, histology or marine sciences will be very helpful. Credit: Mote Marine Laboratory does not offer credit, however, it may be possible to arrange credit through your home institution for directed studies, research courses, etc. Consult your faculty advisor. It is also possible to obtain 3 credit hours from George Mason University, Fairfax, VA. For information on credit requirements, contact Dr. Peters (epeters2@gmu.edu) and contact Dr. Jonas (rjonas@gmu.edu)concerning registration procedures and tuition fees. Costs: The course fee of $1,100.00 US includes all course materials, accommodations, meals (dinner, 7/6 through breakfast on 7/14), SCUBA costs and weights. Participants should provide mask, fins and snorkel and, if diving, their own regulator, BCD and weight belt (rentals can be arranged if required). Key Dates 29 March,2002 - Application receipt deadline. 3 May, 2002 - Email notification of acceptance. Packets, including dive forms, mailed out. 31 May, 2002 - Deposit ($300.00) receipt date. 14 June, 2002 - Last day to withdraw with deposit refund. Balance and dive forms due. 6 July, 2002 - Course starts. The application form may be printed from our Website: http://www.mote.org/~emueller/ctrhome.phtml For more information, contact: Course Director email: ctr-info@mote.org Mote Marine Laboratory Center for Tropical Research 24244 Overseas Highway Summerland Key, FL 33042 <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Erich Mueller, Ph.D., Director Phone: (305) 745-2729 Mote Marine Laboratory FAX: (305) 745-2730 Center for Tropical Research Email: emueller@mote.org 24244 Overseas Highway (US 1) Summerland Key, FL 33042 Center Website-> http://www.mote.org/~emueller/CTRHome.phtml Mote Marine Laboratory Website-> http://www.mote.org Remarks are personal opinion and do not reflect institutional policy unless so indicated. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: rotational diving Date: Mon, 4 Feb 2002 08:05:43 +0200 From: "Bridget Armstrong" To: "coral list news" Dear all Can you please advise on the usefulness of rotating popular dive sites to prevent cumulative damage at certain sites ? My gut feel is that the rotational times would have to be quite lengthy (tens of years ?) to allow for the recovery times of any damaged coral - making it impractical in reality. Do any of you practise this method of mitigating diver impacts, and has it proved effective ? Would it not be preferable to rather spread the diving effort over a larger area, and impose a limit on the number of divers so that each site has a ecologically sustainable diving intensity ? This is obviously within a framework of having a network of permanently designated no-diving areas (sanctuaries). Many thanks Bridget Armstrong KZN Wildlife South Africa Subject: ISRS conference - Molecular Biology session Date: Mon, 4 Feb 2002 11:05:31 +0000 From: nmdalt To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Colleague, As part of the forthcoming European International Society for Reef Studies (ISRS) Meeting in Cambridge, England, (4-7th September 2002), I am convening a Thematic Session on: "Advances in molecular biology and their application to reef sciences" I am looking for about eight oral presentations, as well as additional poster presentations. If you are interested in contributing to this Thematic Session, please contact me by e-mail (contact details at the foot of this message). Please indicate whether you are interested in presenting a poster, or making an oral presentation. I will do my best to meet people’s requests, but, due to the limited number of oral presentation slots available, I may have to ask some people to consider giving a poster. For further information on the Conference (other Thematic sessions, Registration and Abstract submission details etc.), see: www.isrs2002.org Please note the following deadlines: a) Deadline for cheaper Conference Registration: 15th February (but note that registrations at the higher rate can be accepted up until 21st August) b) Deadline for receipt of Abstracts: 1st June Please also note that if you are submitting an Abstract for a Thematic Session, you should send copies of your abstract to the Session Convenors, as well as to the central Conference address. I look forward to hearing from you. Please feel free to contact me with any specific questions. Also, please pass this message on to any of your colleagues who might be interested. Best wishes, Martin Dr Martin Le Tissier Centre for Coastal Management Dept of Marine Sciences & Coastal Management Ridley Building University of Newcastle Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU UK tel. +44 (0)191 2226673 fax. +44 (0)191 2227891 www.ncl.ac.uk/ccm ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Summer Courses in Bermuda Date: Mon, 4 Feb 2002 20:28:47 -0400 From: Fred Lipschultz To: Coral List Dear Colleague, The Bermuda Biological Station for Research is pleased to announce its 2002 Summer Course offerings. These courses are for advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students. The courses are all field intensive and participation is limited to maximize interaction with the instructors. Please review the course offerings and forward the information to any interested students or colleagues. Significant scholarship awards are available to qualified applicants. The deadline for application is March 15, 2002. Please alert your students to these courses by directing them to our website (http://www.bbsr.edu/Education/summercourses/summercourses.html) for application details or by forwarding this email to them. For more information, contact education@bbsr.edu . ****************************************************************** Chemosensory Neurobiology in the Marine Environment - June 16 - July 5 Marine Ecotoxicology - June 16 - July 5 Coral Reef Ecology - July 28 - August 18 ****************************************************************** Chemosensory Neurobiology in the Marine Environment. Dr. Hank Trapido-Rosenthal, BBSR Dr. Charles Derby, Georgia State University. In this course, students will study chemosensory neurobiology in the marine environment at the physiological, biochemical and molecular levels. Receptor cell electrophysiology, immunocytochemistry, BrdU labeling of cell proliferation, biochemistry of receptor and perireceptor phenomena, and molecular biology techniques will be applied to the study of novel research questions relating to chemical sensing. This course is designed to benefit graduate students and advanced undergraduates who have interests in organismal, systems, cellular or molecular biology. Marine Ecotoxicology. Dr. Jack Manock, University of North Carolina; Dr. Peter Wells, Environment Canada; Dr. Richard Owen, BBSR; Dr. Michael Depledge, University of Plymouth The three-week course focuses on current issues in marine ecotoxicology, assessing the impacts of anthropogenic substances using a wide range of chemical and bioassay analyses. Students perform chemical analyses and marine microscale bioassays on samples they collect from three near-shore environments. Results are reported and discussed in the overall context of performing ecological risk management decisions and assessing the biological effects resulting from organisms exposed to anthropogenic compounds. Coral Reef Ecology. Dr. Alexandra Amat; Dr. Jo Pitt, BBSR An integrated introduction and exposure to active areas of research covering physiology, photosynthesis, population biology, competition, ecosystems and human impacts. Field measurements and subsequent lab analyses provide practical training in common methods of reef studies such as photosynthesis, calcification, species surveys, fish behavior, larval recruitment and algal growth. The course requires SCUBA certification. Thank you for your attention Fred Lipschultz Bermuda Biological Station for Research P.S. I apologize if you receive multiple copies of this message. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Dr.Fredric Lipschultz Senior Research Scientist Head of Academic Affairs Bermuda Biological Station for Research Ferry Reach, GE01, BERMUDA Phone: (441) 297-1880 x217 internet: fred@bbsr.edu FAX: (441) 297-8143 BBSR Homepage http://www.bbsr.edu/ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: wanted: PhD position Date: Tue, 05 Feb 2002 14:09:29 +0000 From: "Thea Linke" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-listers! I am a graduate from Hamburg University (Germany) where I studied biology with hydrobiology/marine biology as my major subject and finished with a first class diploma. Now I am looking for a PhD-position and am very interested in coral reef ecology, sustainability and management. In this context I've already made the following experiences: - various seagoing cruises on research vessels - 12 years diving experience (PADI divemaster) mainly in the australasian region - scientific diving as part of an australian coral reef monitoring project - completion of my thesis in Perth, Western Australia (in english) - completion of labs and seminars on coral ecology It would be great to hear back from anyone who has a vacancy on a project or can point me in the right direction as to where to ask. Thanks a lot! Best wishes Thea Linke Institut fuer Hydrobiologie und Fischereiwissenschaft Universitaet Hamburg thealinke@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Socioeconomic Manual on web by chapter Date: Tue, 05 Feb 2002 14:41:32 -0500 From: "Leah Bunce" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The Socioeconomic Manual for Coral Reef Management released by the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network at the 5th ICRS is now available split by chapter at: http://wcpa.iucn.org/biome/marine/socioecon.html Happy downloading, Leah -- Leah Bunce, Ph.D. International Program Office National Ocean Service, NOAA 1315 East-West Highway N/IP #5839 Silver Spring, MD 20910 USA (301) 713-3078x222; fax - 4263 Leah.Bunce@noaa.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Scientific and legal definitions of reefs Date: Wed, 6 Feb 2002 14:15:50 -0500 From: goldberg@fiu.edu To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral List: The original inquiry that prompted so many responses is whether there is a legal definition of 'reef'. The short answer is no because, as some have pointed out, the term itself is vague from almost any perspective except as nautical jargon (e.g., a hazard to navigation(1). A definition of coral reefs has generated a debate on many issues including the geological perspectives of frame building and net rates of accretion (2), vs. the biological ones of what constitutes the biota and its dynamics over time(3). There have even been disagreements concerning the use of the term 'coral community'(4). Since coral reefs may include (to be clear) 'living biotic assemblages' with scleractinian coral cover ranging from 1.3 to nearly 100%(5), and may include appreciable contributions from non-scleractinian as well as non-cnidarian sources(6), it is doubtful that a consensual scientific definition of coral reef will be forthcoming any time soon. A legal definition of coral reefs and related environments is another matter. The U.S. Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000 defines 'coral reef' as "any reefs or shoals composed primarily of corals", and 'coral reef ecosystem' as "coral and other species of reef organisms (including reef plants) associated with coral reefs, and the nonliving environmental factors that directly affect coral reefs, that together function as an ecological unit in nature" (7). NOAA regulations for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary define 'Coral reefs' to include "the hard bottoms, deep-water banks, patch reefs, and outer bank reefs." A 'coral area' is "marine habitat where coral growth abounds including patch reefs, outer bank reefs, deepwater banks, and hardbottoms" (8). These legal descriptions will do little to clarify the scientific debate, but for natural resource trustees seeking to recover damages, a general definition may be more useful than a specific one. A Thumnail Reference List 1. Kleypas et al. 2001. The future of coral reefs in an age of global change. Int. J. Earth Sci. 90: 426-437. 2. Ref 1 above; Riegl & Piller. 1999. Coral frameworks revisited- reefs and coral carpets in the Red Sea. Coral Reefs 18: 241-253. 3. Hubbard 1997. Reefs as dynamic systems In: Life & Death in Coral Reefs, Chapman & Hall Pub., pp. 43-67. Schumacher & Zibrowius 1985. What is hermatypic? A redefinition of ecological groups in corals and other organisms. Coral Reefs 4: 1-9 4. Riegl & Pillar as above; Geister 1983. Holocene West Indian coral reefs: geomorphology, ecology and facies. Facies 9: 173-284 5. Weber 1973. Reef corals and coral reefs in the vicinity of Port Moresby, south coast of Papua, New Guinea. Pac. Sci. 27: 377-390; Burns 1985. Hard coral distribution and cold water disturbances in south Florida: variation with depth and location. Coral Reefs 4: 117-124. 6. Schumacher 1997. Soft corals as reef builders. 8th Intl. Coral Reef Symp. Panama 1: 499-502. Lewis 1989. The ecology of Millepora. Coral Reefs 8: 99-107. Zann & Bolton 1985. The distribution, abundance & ecology of the blue coral Heliopora coerulea (Pallas) in the Pacific. Coral Reefs 4: 125-134. Posey et al., 1984. A brief description of a subtidal sabellariid (Polychaeta) reef on the southern Oregon coast. Pac. Sci. 38: 28-33; Gore et al., 1978. Community composition [of] subtropical sabellariid worm reefs... Bull. Mar. Sci. 28: 221-248. Cuffey 1977. Bryozoan contributions to reefs and bioherms through geologic time. In: Reefs and Related Carbonates-Ecology & Sedimentology. AAPG Studies in Geology 4, pp. 181-194. Lang et al., 1975. Sclerosponges: Primary framework constructors on the Jamaican deep fore-reef. J. Mar. Res. 33: 223-231. Ginsburg & Schroeder 1973. Growth and submarine fossilization of algal cup reefs, Bermuda. Sedimentology 20: 575-614; Safriel 1974. Vermetid gastropods & intertidal reefs in Israel & Bermuda. Science 186: 1113- 1115. 7. 16 United States Code 6401, section 6409; for purposes of the statute 'corals' include all species of the anthozoan orders Antipatharia (black corals), Scleractinia (stony corals), Gorgonacea (horny corals), Stolonifera (organpipe corals and others), Alcyanacea (soft corals), and Coenothecalia (blue coral), as well as all species of the order Hydrocorallina (fire corals and hydrocorals) of the class Hydrozoa. 8. 15 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 922.162. Statute citations courtesy of NOAA Office of General Counsel for Ocean Services Walter M. Goldberg Professor of Biological Sciences Department of Biological Sciences Florida International University Miami, FL 33199 e-mail goldberg@fiu.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Fwd: venom-l Invertebrate venoms Date: Thu, 07 Feb 2002 10:48:02 -0300 From: "José A. Speroni" To: Coral-List@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I'm forwarding this request from venom-l May be someone can help. Best regards José > Date: Fri, 01 Feb 2002 09:58:46 -0500 > From: Margaret Simpson > To: Venom List > Subject: venom-l Invertebrate venoms > Sender: owner-venom-l@icomm.ca > > Is there anyone out there interested in, or working on marine invertebrate > venoms? My interest is with annelids, specifically Glycera.. It has been > suggested that G. dibranchiata venom may resemble black widow spider venom > in its mode of action. Any input on this would be welcome! > > ---Margaret Simpson > Professor of Biology > Sweet Briar College > Sweet Briar, VA > (434) 381-6190 > simpson@sbc.edu José A. Speroni, DVM E-mail: jsperoni@enviroweb.org C.E.I.H. ar784@lafn.org C.C. 18 cj313@ncf.ca (7100) Dolores ICQ: 41190790 Buenos Aires Phone: +54(2245)44-2350 REPÚBLICA ARGENTINA Fax: +54(2245)44-0625 *********************************************************************** The CENTRO DE ESTUDIOS E INVESTIGACIONES HERPETOLOGICAS gratefully acknowledges the support received from: Birgit Schmettkamp Verlag (Germany), Mantella Publishing (UK) Research Information Systems, Inc. (USA), Reptilia (Spain) Clark Development Company, Inc. (USA), FTP Software, Inc. (USA) Key Tronic Corporation (USA), Colorado Memory Systems, Inc. (USA) *********************************************************************** "Many feel that Gary Kildall, the inventor, should have received the dollars and kudos that went to Bill Gates, the merchandiser." CS, Nov. 1994 Subject: artificial reefs vs. coral reefs Date: Thu, 7 Feb 2002 15:50:46 -0400 From: Craig Lilyestrom To: Coral-List@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Recently, someone commented to me on the enormous quantity of fish biomass present around some artificial reef units (concrete structures designed by a well-known company) in Puerto Rico. He did not estimate the biomass, but rather described having to almost push the fish out of the way with his hands, in order to swim forwards. The units were installed several years ago. The precise location of these units is not public knowledge, and hence fishing effort on them is minimal or non-existent. My question is whether it is reasonable to assume that coral reefs are potentially capable of sustaining similar quantities of fish biomass, or whether this phenomenon is attributable to the particular attractive feature of artificial reefs. Coral reefs in Puerto Rico are considered quite overfished, and the density of fish described on the artificial reefs is never seen. I'd appreciate any enlightenment. --Craig ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: artificial reefs vs. coral reefs Date: Thu, 7 Feb 2002 15:08:41 -0600 From: "James Wiseman" To: Craig, I believe you are in fact asking two separate questions in this post: 1: "Is it reasonable to assume that coral reefs are potentially capable of sustaining similar quantities of fish biomass, or whether this phenomenon is attributable to the particular attractive feature of artificial reefs." 2: Do artificial reefs that are maintained as harvest refugia hold more fish than a reef where fishing is permitted. Answer 1 - If the artificial reef is designed correctly, it's certainly reasonable to compare its holding capacity to that of a natural reef, and vice versa. Is an artificial reef better at "aggregating" _fish_? That is a good question I don't have the answer to. Answer 2 - This seems self-evident as a resounding YES. The reason I see the second question posed is your observation: "Coral reefs in Puerto Rico are considered quite overfished, and the density of fish described on the artificial reefs is never seen." In my mind, it's certainly necessary to "factor out" marine protected areas when comparing artificial reefs to natural reefs. Do you have a MPA that you can observe and compare to the artificial reef location? If so, I'd be very interested to hear your results. I hope this is of some assistance and raises further discussion. James Wiseman www.reefs.org -----Original Message----- From: Craig Lilyestrom [mailto:craig@caribe.net] Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2002 1:51 PM To: Coral-List@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: artificial reefs vs. coral reefs Recently, someone commented to me on the enormous quantity of fish biomass present around some artificial reef units (concrete structures designed by a well-known company) in Puerto Rico. He did not estimate the biomass, but rather described having to almost push the fish out of the way with his hands, in order to swim forwards. The units were installed several years ago. The precise location of these units is not public knowledge, and hence fishing effort on them is minimal or non-existent. My question is whether it is reasonable to assume that coral reefs are potentially capable of sustaining similar quantities of fish biomass, or whether this phenomenon is attributable to the particular attractive feature of artificial reefs. Coral reefs in Puerto Rico are considered quite overfished, and the density of fish described on the artificial reefs is never seen. I'd appreciate any enlightenment. --Craig ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: artificial reefs vs. coral reefs Date: Fri, 8 Feb 2002 10:45:57 +1100 From: dfenner@telstra.easymail.com.au To: craig@caribe.net CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Coralisters, Yes, there was a reef sites article in Coral Reefs a few years back by Callum Roberts on a reef in Belize- highest density of fish ever recorded on a reef- it was a reserve, but also a small reef area in a large area of sand if I remember. I've seen a small reef along a sandy shore in the Philippines which was just crawling with fish. A small reef in a sea of sand is essentially what fishermen call a "fish-attracting device", as is an artificial reef in a similar situation. I'd suggest quantifiying the fish abundance. The problem will come when the fishermen find it. Then they can take the fish, and the artificial reef becomes a fish attracting device (FAD) that just helps the fishermen deplete the fish stocks further, as once they have fished it out, more fish will come in and be fished out, etc. The huge heavy "reef balls" can snare nets and keep fishermen using nets out, but those using traps, hook & line, etc can still readily fish them. One solution might be to! declare the artificial reef area a reserve, but only if it can be enforced. And best not to do that if the fishermen don't know where it is- that would just advertise its location. Hope it goes well! -Doug Fenner, Australian Institute of Marine Science. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Job Announcement Date: Fri, 8 Feb 2002 16:59:33 +1000 From: "Robert Richmond" To: Could you please post the following job announcement. Thanks Robert H. Richmond, Ph.D. Professor of Marine Biology Marine Laboratory University of Guam UOG Station Mangilao, Guam 96923 USA Phone: 671-735-2188; Fax: 671-734-6767 Faculty Position in Tropical Marine Biology: Assistant/Associate Professor The University of Guam Marine Laboratory invites applications for a tenure-track, 12 month position in tropical marine biology, with an initial contract period of 3 years, available as early as July 2002. Candidates are sought with expertise in marine chemical ecology or marine natural products chemistry. Applicants must have a Ph.D. from a U.S. accredited institution or foreign equivalent in a relevant field, a strong record of research accomplishments, ability to teach graduate level courses, and a willingness to mentor and supervise both graduate (M.S.) and undergraduate students. Applicants should send a C.V., statement of research and teaching interests and plans, names and contact information of 3 references, copies of representative publications, and copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts to: Marine Biology Search Committee, Human Resources Office, University of Guam, UOG Station, Mangilao, Guam 96923. Review will begin April 1, 2002. For additional information, contact Dr. Robert Richmond, search committee chair: richmond@uog9.uog.edu and see expanded job description at http://www.uog.edu/hro An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Subject: ISRS meeting: Reef management session Date: Fri, 8 Feb 2002 10:32:26 -0000 From: "Elizabeth Wood" To: "Coral list" Dear all, European meeting of the International Society for Reef Studies (ISRS) Cambridge, England, (4-7th September 2002) One of the themes at the meeting is 'Management of reefs, marine parks and reef resources', and, as convenor of this session, I would like to invite those of you working in these areas to consider submitting a paper for oral presentation, or as a poster. Slots for oral presentation are very limited, so please get in touch as soon possible if you would like to contribute. We hope to cover a range of topics in this session, with an emphasis on innovative approaches and practical solutions to management needs. Please note the following deadlines: a) Deadline for reduced rate Conference Registration: 15th February (but note that registrations at the higher rate can be accepted up until 21st August) b) Deadline for receipt of Abstracts: 1st June Please also note that if you are submitting an Abstract for a Thematic Session, you should send copies of your abstract to the Session Convenors, as well as to the central Conference address. For further information on the Conference (other Thematic sessions, Registration and Abstract submission details etc.), see: www.isrs2002.org Please pass this message on to any of your colleagues who might be interested in the participating. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Best wishes, Liz Wood Dr Elizabeth Wood, Coral Reef Conservation Officer, Marine Conservation Society, Hollybush, Chequers Lane, Eversley, Hook, Hants RG27 ONY, UK Tel 01189 734127 Fax 01189 731832 Subject: Date: Fri, 08 Feb 2002 10:26:08 -0500 From: Peter Swart To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Call for submission of manuscripts Special Issue on Environmental and Climatic Proxies in Reef Organisms Vol. 22 of Coral Reefs will include a Special Issue entitled "Environmental and Climatic Proxies in Reef Organisms." Papers are requested which will focus on issues including geochemical signals and their calibration thereof in corals and other reef organisms. Topics which might be applicable are the use of geochemical and other indicators including stable C, O, and N isotopes; trace elements in calcareous as well as organic components of the reef ecosystem, and growth records which could document natural and anthropogenic change in the reef environment. The purpose of the issue is to provide further information on the reliability and calibration of proxies as indicators of environmental change and reef health. Manuscripts may be empirical or theoretical, long or short. Reviews and Reef Sites on an appropriate theme are also welcome. The issue (approximately 100 pages) will be published in 2003 as soon as 12 papers have been accepted; additional submissions will be considered for publication in subsequent issues. Papers should be submitted no later than August, 2002 and preferably before. Papers should follow the guidelines for Coral Reefs and may be submitted to the Guest Editors in pdf format. Prospective authors should first contact the Guest Editors, Peter K. Swart or Andrea Grotolli. To ensure a speedy publication, manuscripts should be submitted as soon as possible to either Dr. A. Grotolli or Dr. Swart. Dr. Peter K. Swart Geological Editor Coral Reefs University of Miami 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami Fl 33149 305 361 4103 305 361 4632 (FAX) email: Pswart@rsmas.miami.edu http://mgg.rsmas.miami.edu/faculty/pswart/pswart.htm Dr. Andrea G. Grottoli, Assistant Professor University of Pennsylvania Department of Earth and Environmental Science 240 South 33rd Street, #162 Hayden Hall Philadelphia, PA 19104-6316 tel: 215-898-9269 (office) 215-898-6336 (lab) fax: 215-898-0964 email: grottoli@sas.upenn.edu http://www.sas.upenn.edu/earth/Andrea.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Dive In To Earth Day, April 15-22 Date: Fri, 08 Feb 2002 12:30:08 -0800 From: Dive In To: Dive In To Earth Day Announcement http://divein.coralreefalliance.org ------------------------------------ Tens of thousands of ocean lovers from around the world will celebrate Earth Day, the most popular environmental campaign in history, by Diving In, April 15-22. This year marks the third year of "Dive In To Earth Day", an international event that encourages people to join together and take action to help protect our planet's aquatic resources. Dive In is a fun, inexpensive and highly effective way to reach out to your community and involve them in marine conservation. It's easy. Anyone can organize a Dive In event, or publicize their water-based Earth Day plans on the Dive In website. Dive In activities are organized locally by non-profit organizations, dive shops, community groups, scientists, aquariums, teachers, and other marine enthusiasts. The Dive In Website (http://divein.coralreefalliance.org) has all sorts of useful tools for organizers, for example: - How-to Guides to Organizing an Underwater Clean-up - An Easy to Search Database of Dive In Activities - Tips for Making your Own Event Press Release Plus, the first 200 people to add an activity to the Dive In website will Receive free Dive In posters, to help promote their event. All Dive In activities are automatically posted on the Earth Day Network website. Last year, more than 200 people organized Dive In activities in 46 countries, engaging approximately 32,000 participants worldwide. Activities included beach cleanups, aquarium exhibits, reef surveys, children's snorkeling trips, art contests, mooring buoy installations and more. Among those taking part in the celebrations this year include celebrities such as Leonardo DiCaprio, William Shatner, Dr. Sylvia Earle, Dr. Eugenie Clark and Stan Waterman. Please be a part of Dive In this year by organizing an activity in your local community, or by helping us spread the word. Together, let's create a common theme of marine conservation this Earth Day! For more information, visit: http://divein.coralreefalliance.org or contact divein@coral.org Regards, Sherry Flumerfelt Dive In To Earth Day Coordinator The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) 2014 Shattuck Ave Berkeley, CA 94704 Tel:(510) 848-0110 Fax:(510) 848-3720 Email: divein@coral.org Toll-free number:1-888-CORAL REEF http://divein.coralreefalliance.org http://www.coralreefalliance.org "Working together to keep coral reefs alive." ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Information concerning the impact of the reduction of terrestrial runoff on mangrove ecosystems Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 12:30:13 +1100 From: "sebastien sarramegna" To: "Coral-list (E-mail)" CC: "Coral-List (E-mail)" , "Coral-List (E-mail)" , "Coral-list (E-mail 2)" Hello, I am a marine biologist (Ph D) and I am looking for papers, reports etc... dealing with the impact of decreasing terrestrial runoff on the mangroves ecosystems. I am also interested by all information on the impact of the reduction of marine water influence on mangrove. For example, in case of building a road, port. I am aware of the different ecological characteristics of the mangroves ecosystems what I look for is more precise examples. Yours sincerely Thank you for your help > Sébastien SARRAMEGNA > Service Environnement > Falconbridge Nouvelle-Calédonie SAS > 9, rue d'Austerlitz - Centre Ville > B.P. MGA 08 - 98802 Nouméa Cedex > Tél : (687) 24.60.40 > Fax : (687) 24.60.49 > E-mail : ssarramegna@falconbridge.nc > [Image] --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.317 / Virus Database: 176 - Release Date: 21/01/2002 Subject: moderation Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 12:16:01 GMT From: coral-list admin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Coral-listers, I'm afraid we are starting to see some junk email coming through, so I'm going to have to moderate the list for awhile until I can figure out a way to keep them out. Sorry for the inconvenience. Cheers, Jim Hendee coral-list admin ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Remembering Don Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 10:07:09 -0500 From: "Mike Risk" To: CC: "Ocean Voice International" Dear People: I have just received the Commemorative Edition of Sea Wind, the = publication of Ocean Voice International. It has a good photo of Don = McAllister on the cover, with that shock of white hair that would = bristle at evildoers and ecological stupidity. As befits the impact Don = had on the field, there is a list of tributes in at least three = languages, from a dozen countries. There are also articles on the damage = from trawling, MPA's, shrimp farming... OVI has recovered from the loss of their leader and mentor, and is = committed to carrying on in the same tradition: community-oriented = management of the world's marine resources, especially coral reefs. I = suggest subscribers to this list could do worse than to consider joining = OVI. You will never get a better deal. Regular membership is $25. = Students, the unemployed and senior citizens (some of you may be all = three!) can join for $10. Memberships are half-price in developing = countries, a policy I commend to the publishers of scientific journals. = (All figures are in Canadian dollars, a debased currency-a student = membership for someone in the USA is about the price of a Big Mac or a = pint of good beer.) For this, members receive Sea Wind, published = quarterly, and are encouraged to attend the Annual General Meeting. OVI also has a list of ridiculously-priced publications, including the = video "Coral divers say NO to cyanide" for $25, and the 72-page "Status = of the world ocean and its biodiversity", for $10. Canadian. More information is available at http://www.ovi.ca or direct email to = Ocean Voice International, oceans@superaje.com ------=_NextPart_000_0108_01C1B2E3.DE101200 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable

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I have just received the Commemorative Edition of Sea Wind, the = publication=20 of Ocean Voice International. It has a good photo of Don McAllister on = the=20 cover, with that shock of white hair that would bristle at evildoers and = ecological stupidity. As befits the impact Don had on the field, there = is a list=20 of tributes in at least three languages, from a dozen countries. There = are also=20 articles on the damage from trawling, MPA’s, shrimp farming...

OVI has recovered from the loss of their leader and mentor, and is = committed=20 to carrying on in the same tradition: community-oriented management of = the=20 world’s marine resources, especially coral reefs. I suggest = subscribers to this=20 list could do worse than to consider joining OVI. You will never get a = better=20 deal. Regular membership is $25. Students, the unemployed and senior = citizens=20 (some of you may be all three!) can join for $10. Memberships are = half-price in=20 developing countries, a policy I commend to the publishers of scientific = journals. (All figures are in Canadian dollars, a debased currency-a = student=20 membership for someone in the USA is about the price of a Big Mac or a = pint of=20 good beer.) For this, members receive Sea Wind, published quarterly, and = are=20 encouraged to attend the Annual General Meeting.

OVI also has a list of ridiculously-priced publications, including = the video=20 "Coral divers say NO to cyanide" for $25, and the 72-page "Status of the = world=20 ocean and its biodiversity", for $10. Canadian.

More information is available at http://www.ovi.ca or direct email to = Ocean=20 Voice International, oceans@superaje.com

------=_NextPart_000_0108_01C1B2E3.DE101200-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Tropical Marine Biology Summer Course Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 10:45:04 -0500 From: Danny Gleason To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Greetings All, I would appreciate it if you could make your students aware of our Tropical Marine Biology summer course that will be held at Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas during July 21 - August 5, 2002. We currently have 8 students signed up and can take up to 12. Students will receive 4 semester hours of credit (undergraduate or graduate) that can be easily transferred to their home institution. A $600 deposit is required by April 15. More information about the course can be found at the following web site: http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/TMB_Home_Page.html Thanks for your help! Cheers, Danny ************************************** "Heck, we're invertebrates, my boy! As a whole, we're the movers and shakers on this planet! Spineless superheroes, that's what we are!" Father Worm to his son in "There's a Hair in My Dirt - A Worm Story" by Gary Larson ************************************** Daniel Gleason Department of Biology Georgia Southern University P.O. Box 8042 Statesboro, GA 30460-8042 Phone: 912-681-5957 FAX: 912-681-0845 E-mail: dgleason@gasou.edu http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html ************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Advice on bleaching Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 19:03:26 +0300 From: "M.G. Visram" To: Dear all,=20 I am a PhD student on fieldwork in Kenya where my research interest is = studying 'recovery' from coral bleaching.=20 I am seeking advice on how to artificially induce (in aquaria) bleaching = in any one of the following species - Porites cylindrica (branching = Porites), Acropora humilis , Pocillopora verrucosae and Pocillopora = damicornis.=20 My bleaching tank is set up as follows - the tank is outdoors (exposed = to sunlight) and the seawater turns over once every 24 hours, the = temperature averages around 32.5 degrees C, which is about 1 degree = above maximum summer average temperature.=20 If anyone has worked with any of the above species, or has some helpful = suggestions, I would greatly appreciate it,=20 thanks, S. Visram ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Advice on bleaching Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 19:03:26 +0300 From: "M.G. Visram" To: Dear all, I am a PhD student on fieldwork in Kenya where my research interest is studying 'recovery' from coral bleaching. I am seeking advice on how to artificially induce (in aquaria) bleaching in any one of the following species - Porites cylindrica (branching Porites), Acropora humilis , Pocillopora verrucosae and Pocillopora damicornis. My bleaching tank is set up as follows - the tank is outdoors (exposed to sunlight) and the seawater turns over once every 24 hours, the temperature averages around 32.5 degrees C, which is about 1 degree above maximum summer average temperature. If anyone has worked with any of the above species, or has some helpful suggestions, I would greatly appreciate it, thanks, S. Visram Subject: Field course, reef fish ecology Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 11:12:06 -0500 From: Sale Peter To: New field course: Ecology, Biology and Behavior of Coral Reef Fishes. This course will be offered, May 19 - June 1, 2002, inclusive, by the University of Windsor, at the University of Belize Institute of Marine Studies facility in the Turneffe Islands, Belize. Instructors are Drs. Peter F. Sale, Stuart A. Ludsin and Jake Kritzer. Intended for senior undergraduate, or commencing graduate students. Course fee is CDN$ 1725.00 (US$ 1087.00), not including travel to Belize. Places are limited. Full details available at www.uwindsor.ca/sale (scroll down to the course title and click through). Peter Sale ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Regional Meeting of ICRI Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 13:45:23 -0500 From: avk.uneprcuja@cwjamaica.com (Alessandra Vanzella Khouri) To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Colleagues, Please find attached for your information and dissemination as = appropriate, the First Announcement for the upcoming Regional Workshop = of the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) for the Tropical = Americas, to be held in Cancun, Mexico, 27-29 May 2002 . Please do not hesitate to contact the organisers for any additional = information or comments. We look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, =20 Alessandra Vanzella-Khouri Programme Officer UNEP-CAR/RCU 14-20 Port Royal Street Kingston, Jamaica Ph (876) 922-9267/8/9 Fx (876) 922-9292 email: avk.uneprcuja@cwjamaica.com Web: www.cep.unep.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Oceans Day, Feb. 13, 2002 Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 15:10:18 -0500 From: "John C. Ogden" To: Coral List February 11, 2002 Media Contact: Jim Murley 954-762-5255 LEGISLATURE CELEBRATES FLORIDA OCEANS DAY The Florida Ocean Alliance is sponsoring a celebration for Florida Oceans Day on February 13th in Tallahassee. Oceans Day events include more than twenty ocean-related exhibits by Florida universities and private research groups for legislators and government officials in the Capitol Rotunda throughout the day on February 13th. Other activities include a presentation on "Ocean Priorities for Florida" by Dr. Sylvia Earle, world-renowned scientist, author, Explorer in Residence at National Geographic Society and former chief scientist at NOAA. Mote Marine Laboratory is also hosting a seafood reception for legislators and other government officials to meet Mote scientists and educators. Oceans Day also promotes public awareness of the need to protect, enhance, and manage Florida's resources for future generations. Healthy oceans are critical for Florida's economy and to promote sustainable resources for all Floridians. As part of the celebration, Secretary of State Katherine Harris is issuing a proclamation that recognizes the contributions of Dr. Sylvia Earle to ocean exploration and conservation. The Oceans Day events are sponsored and organized by the Florida Ocean Alliance, the Florida Institute of Oceanography and Mote Marine Laboratory. "The Florida Ocean Alliance is very pleased to have Dr. Sylvia Earle speak to legislators on the importance of Florida's oceans to our state's ecology and economy. As an expert on ocean research, Director of the Sustainable Seas Expedition, and as one of the world's Heroes of the Planet, Dr. Earle is well prepared to discuss responsible stewardship of ocean resources for Floridians," said David McDonald, Alliance chair and Chairman of the Florida Ports Council. The Florida Ocean Alliance is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public-private partnership of government, academic, and private sectors formed in 1999 to promote awareness and understanding of the ocean's importance to the ecology and economy of Florida. More information on the Alliance is available at their website www.floridaoceanalliance.org. The FAU/FIU Joint Center for Environmental and Urban Problems serves as secretariat for the Florida Ocean Alliance. The Alliance Board of Directors includes Chair, David McDonald of the Florida Ports Council, Vice Chair Dr. Kumar Mahadevan of Mote Marine Laboratory, Dr. James Cato of Florida Sea Grant, Dr. Andrew Clark of Harris Corporation/Maritime Communications Services, Dr. Duane DeFreese of Hubbs-Sea World Research Institute, Timothy Edmond of Arvida, a St. Joe company, Dr. John Ogden of the Florida Institute of Oceanography, Dr. Ellen Prager of Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, Jody Thomas of The Nature Conservancy, Jim Walsh of Carnival Cruises, and Capt. William Wright of Royal Caribbean International. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: CIRCoP is looking for Scientists able to talk about Coral Reefs Date: Tue, 12 Feb 2002 01:38:10 GMT From: "Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert" To: "Coral List" & Medical Research Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 21:04:28 +0100 Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear All, In order to deal with a still uncovered but important topic during = CIRCoP (Int'l Coral Reefs Conferences of Paris - www.circop.com - Paris, = Feb. 2003), we are looking for specialists of Medical Research on Coral = who could explain to attendees from General Public how important coral = reefs can be for human health. Financial conditions are exposed on the event's web site.=20 Please write to fpl@circop.com if you want to submit a Talk. Best Regards Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert CIRCoP Project Director for R=E9cif France http://www.circop.com, to Enjoy Great Protected Coral Reefs Official CIRCoP Partners : VediorBis - Sony Computer France - Paris = Int'l Dive Show ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Predators of sea Anemones Date: Wed, 13 Feb 2002 08:34:14 +0100 From: "chiara caligara" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Does anybody know who are the predators of sea anemones? Thank you, Chiara Caligara _________________________________________________________________ Discutez en ligne avec vos amis, essayez MSN Messenger : http://messenger.msn.fr ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: isrs-bioerosion session Date: Wed, 13 Feb 2002 15:31:04 +0100 From: marcos To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" European meeting of the International Society for Reef Studies (ISRS) Cambridge, England, (4-7th September 2002) Dear all, I would like to invite those of you working in the field of “Bioerosion in reef environments” to consider submitting a paper for oral presentation, or as a poster. We are limited to a total of 8 oral presentations. So please decide and submit fast. As you can see below, the deadline for the reduced rate is the 15th of febuary. For speakers of the bioerosion session this deadline can be streched a bit further, but not much. Deadlines: a) Deadline for reduced rate conference registration: 15th february (but note that registrations at the higher rate can be accepted up until 21st august) b) Deadline for receipt of abstracts: 1st june. Please also note that if you are submitting an abstract for a thematic session, you should send copies of your abstract to the session convenors, as well as to the central conference address. For further information klick to www.isrs2002.org Cheers, Marcos Gektidis, PhD Geologisch-Paläontologisches Institut Senckenberganlage 32-34 60054 Frankfurt am Main Germany Tel. +49 69 798 23215 FAX +49 69 798 22958 Mail to: info@gektidis.de ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Regarding zooplankton Date: Wed, 13 Feb 2002 11:50:29 -0400 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral-list, Further to our discussion last year on the possibility of food shortage as a cause of mass coral bleaching and coral epidemics, I remain very concerned that the declining abundance of oceanic zooplankton is an important variable in the picture. I raised this question earlier - "is tropical zooplankton declining also?" - and did not get much feedback beyond a few offlist comments to the effect that the declines noted elsewhere (e.g. off California) have been the result of decreased vertical mixing in ocean areas where mixing is more pronounced and so has a greater effect on productivity. Therefore, if zooplankton productivity is felt to be directly related to mixing, then I suppose a decline in the not-very-mixed tropics would not be anticipated(?) However, zooplankton is declining markedly in the seemingly-normally-mixed North Atlantic - in fact there's lots of phytoplankton to indicate that mixing is occurring, but zooplankton is declining nevertheless. I suspect that the decline is related to the loss of fish, and fish spawn, which contributes considerable amounts of energy and nutrients to the plankton. What do you think of this idea? I find it intriguing, for instance, that the giant bluefin tuna produces some of the smallest fish eggs in the sea, and that this fish fattens itself in the temperate seas and then migrates to the tropics to spawn millions of little food packages small enough to be consumed by a coral polyp... And of course, the reduction in the spawning stock of bluefin tuna has been considerable. I would appreciate any of your comments on this article: http://www.fisherycrisis.com/fisheggs.html sincerely, Debbie MacKenzie Abstract of article: Declining numbers of oceanic zooplankton cannot be entirely accounted for by the climate-warming-induced slacking of upwelling currents. For example, the North Atlantic ocean offers a picture today of unusually low zooplankton numbers in the presence of unusually high phytoplankton numbers, a finding which runs directly contrary to expectations. The life histories of common zooplankton organisms (e.g. copepods) reveal that while juvenile stages are herbivorous, adult stages are not. They are frequently omnivores or carnivores. The reproduction of herbivorous zooplankton therefore is not solely related to the availability of plant food. The abundance and quality of carnivorous food available to the adult stages also impacts directly on the successful reproduction of the herbivores. Pelagic spawn released by marine fish and invertebrates is accessible food to these carnivorous zooplankton. The massive reduction in "spawning stocks" of multiple marine species that has been induced by human fishing is therefore plausibly implicated in the current declining numbers of zooplankton. Spawn production in the ocean has obviously declined with the elimination of spawning fish, and this gradual withdrawl of a rich carnivorous food supply to the zooplankton may have negatively affected their ability to reproduce. It also follows that total new organic production (and carbon fixation) in the marine system will have been reduced. The widespread declining trend in age and size at maturity in marine fish and invertebrate species possibly represents a systemic reaction to the falling density of zooplankton, in the form of an increased effort to produce spawn in compensation. If fishing has "undercut" the zooplankton in this manner, and it seems entirely plausible that it has, then one "unintended, unanticipated negative consequence" of continued fish removals will be the collapse of virtually the entire marine ecosystem. Continuing to focus our explanatory efforts solely on temperature changes and "global warming," despite remarkable inconsistencies between predicted and observed effects, merely continues a long-ingrained human thought pattern of denial...denial of the full impact of our ruthless destruction of marine life...and perhaps denial that many of our earlier theories about how the ecosystem functions are now proving to be, to a rather significant extent, incorrect. For example, the concept of energy flowing in only a single direction in marine systems, upwards through successively higher trophic levels, is challenged by consideration of the significant quantity of energy that is actually channelled directly downwards in the form of marine spawn. Although it inevitably dissipates, energy can be seen to follow many circular routes within the ecosystem, cycling along with nutrients. In this way, animate marine life in total acts as a catalyst for the continuation of high rates or primary production...a greater abundance fish in the sea, therefore, ultimately results in a higher rate of marine carbon fixation. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Suitability functions/curves Date: Thu, 14 Feb 2002 11:48:00 -0000 From: "Paul Stampfl" To: Dear All, With regard to a raster (GIS) based impact assessment study on coral reef and seagrass systems I am looking for suitability functions (optimum curve, limits) of abiotic parameters (temperature, salinity, depth, PAR/turbidity etc.) for seagrass species and coral families "groups" and species. Any input is sincerely appreciated. Paul ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: nudibranch phd Date: Thu, 14 Feb 2002 16:07:50 +0100 From: "Virginie Fruh" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello everyone, just wondering if you knew of any university or professor who would like to supervise à PhD project on nudibranch feeding strategies, f. ex. do they need to prey on toxic species (those who use them for own defence), or do they use specific toxins for specific cases, etc..... in Canada, New Zealand, or Australia? It's very difficult to find any information on nudibranch phd programmes...as there might not be any!! Thanks, Virginie Virginie Fruh Ch. des Bruyères 14 1007 Lausanne 021 601.30.40 079 379.74.29 v_fruh@hotmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: Click Here ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Update on bleaching on the GBR Date: Fri, 15 Feb 2002 11:35:42 +1000 From: "Ray Berkelmans" To: , CC: Dear all Apologies for cross postings. As most of you will be aware, the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) has been experiencing very hot temperatures this summer and bleaching is being reported from many reefs spread from the southern to the northern GBR. For the latest update on what we know so far, please visit the update at: http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/bleaching/index.html We (the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and the Australian Institute of Marine Science) are very keen to receive reports on what people are seeing out there. If you have been out somewhere on the GBR, can you please take the time to fill out an on-line bleaching form at the above web site? Feedback is provided in the form of weekly updates on a map showing all reports to date. Thanks to all those who have filled out forms so far. Please keep them coming! Best regards Ray Berkelmans Research Scientist Australian Institute of Marine Science PMB 3 Townsville Q4810 Ph 061 7 47534268 Fax 061 7 47534429 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Butterflyfish (Family Chaetodontidae) Research and Monitoring Date: Fri, 15 Feb 2002 12:42:09 -0500 From: "Crosby, Michael" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov A MIDDLE EAST REGIONAL SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM & WORKSHOP: Butterflyfish (Family Chaetodontidae) Research and Monitoring June 19-20, 2002 Aqaba, Jordan Sponsors: Marine Science Station (MSS) – University of Jordan/Yarmouk University Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Co-Chairs: Dr. Maroof Khalaf – MSS [maroof@ju.edu.jo] Dr. Michael P. Crosby - NOAA [mcrosby@usaid.gov or michael.crosby@noaa.gov] PURPOSE Butterflyfish (Family Chaetodontidae) serve as the focal point for many coral reef research and monitoring efforts through the Indo-Pacific, in general, and the Middle East region, more specifically. However, despite many informal discussions amongst leading butterflyfish researchers that have identified the value in organizing a formal science symposium on the state of research and monitoring of fishes of the family Chaetodontidae, there has never been such a symposium held at an international level. The MSS, ASEZA and NOAA are partnering together to sponsor this Regional Science Symposium and Workshop to: a) develop a scientific consensus on the state of knowledge dealing with butterflyfish in Middle East coral reef ecosystems, b) share experiences and insights between and amongst Middle East scientists, and colleagues from throughout the Indo-Pacific, regarding the use of butterflyfish as indicators of ecological conditions (“health”) of coral reefs, and possibly by extension global climate change, c) identify priorities for future local and regionally based butterflyfish research and monitoring, and d) discuss the potential for developing a regional butterflyfish monitoring database that would serve as a focal point for examining local and regional trends for changes in coral reefs. PARTICIPANTS In order to ensure that the stated purposes of this Regional Science Symposium and Workshop are addressed, participation level will be limited to no more than 35 individuals. Priority will be given to resident scientists and students in Middle East countries who are conducting research and monitoring on butterflyfish. A limited number of invited scientists from throughout the broader Indo-Pacific region will also participate in order to share information, methodologies, experiences and perspectives. The sponsors are able to provide a limited level of travel assistance to ensure the participation of at least 1-2 key researchers from each interested Middle East country. FORMAT It is envisioned that this two-day event will include two keynote addresses – one on the background and history of the importance of studying butterflyfish, in particular, and the other on indicator species concept, in general. Participants will also have the opportunity to make formal presentations (standard 15 minute format with 5 minute question period) on the state of butterflyfish research and monitoring in their countries. There will also be small group workshop discussions on topics such as standardizing methodologies, future research and monitoring priorities and potential development of a regional butterflyfish database. A final product of the symposium and workshop will be the publication of a peer-reviewed “proceedings” document containing full-length manuscripts of all symposium presentations and workshop recommendations. BACKGROUND The concept of using one or a small group of species to indicate changing conditions of a coral reef community or ecosystem is not new. Fish assemblages may be used as indicators of environmental degradation. Important criteria for a useful bio-indicator are, not only that it is closely associated with a particular ecosystem, but that the species should be relatively abundant, easily observed and quantified, long lived and strongly site attached to the particular environment. Obligate coral feeding butterflyfishes of the Family Chaetodontidae are excellent candidates as bio-indicators of Middle East and Indo-Pacific coral reefs. The butterflyfish indicator species approach was originally designed for elucidating subtle, sub-lethal changes due to chronic, low levels of disturbances which are often more difficult, costly and time consuming to detect using conventional monitoring methods. However, the method is also useful for detecting improvement (from an anthropocentric perspective) of ecological conditions on the reef due to the gradual reduction in the levels of disturbance leading to the eventual recovery and natural restoration of the reef. The method is ideally suited when an early warning of sub-lethal change helps the assessment process leading to management decisions. Due to its “low technology” approach, the butterflyfish indicator method also has the advantage of a high benefit-to-cost ratio. The Middle East Regional Science Symposium and Workshop: Butterflyfish (Family Chaetodontidae) Research and Monitoring is the first step for attempting to coordinate and link various butterflyfish projects in the Middle East with other similar efforts that are underway, planned or completed in the region. The involvement a key scientist from throughout the broader Indo-Pacific region will also facilitate the creation of an international “virtual” transect running from the Gulf of Aqaba/Red Sea to Eritrea/South Africa and across the Indian Ocean to various Pacific Islands. This will provide large spatial scale baseline data for future generations regarding changes in the conditions of the world’s coral reefs. A great deal of data already exists in local areas along this virtual transect. For example, the butterflyfish indicator technique of Crosby and Reese (1996) are already in use in Hawaii, Saipan, Guam and American Samoa. The method, in varying forms, has been employed in the Bunaken Marine Park, North Sulawesi, Indonesia since 1998 (pers. com., Massimo Boyer), elsewhere in Indonesia (Bawole and Boli, 2000; U. Killguss, pers. com.), Australia (Berumen and Pratchett, 2000; Pratchett 2000), Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Indian Ocean (R. Jeyabhaskaran, pers. com.), Seychelles and South Africa (Samways et al., in press), Eritrea (Zekeria and Videler, 2000), Saudi Arabia (Joseph 2000) and the Gulf of Aqaba (Khalaf and Crosby, in prep.; Crosby et al., in prep). CONTACT INFORMATION Individuals interested in receiving an invitation to participate in this symposium are encouraged to provide a short statement of their pertinent research and monitoring activities and institutional affiliation to Dr. M.P. Crosby (michael.crosby@noaa.gov or mcrosby@usaid.gov) as soon as possible. 1st Announcement – February 15, 2002 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Goldschmidt 2002 Special Symposium on Biogenic Skeletons Date: Sat, 16 Feb 2002 12:53:50 -0800 From: Anne Cohen To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear All I want to draw your attention to a special symposium at this year's Goldschmidt conference to be held in Davos, Switzerland 18th-23rd August, (http://www.goldschmidt-conference.com/2002/gold2002/). The session is entitled "The Geochemistry of Biogenic Minerals" and focuses on the nature, magnitude and mechanisms by which biological processes impact the chemistry and structure of biogenic skeletons and skeletal accretions. We are also interested in non biogenic accretions, including stalagmites, so we might learn about disequilibrium processes that are non biological in origin. The session will be of interest to those working on biomineralization and those who use biological archives as environmental proxies. The session description is posted below this message and you will find it also at the conference web site by clicking on "symposia". Ours is #S49. Please feel free to contact me if you'd like feedback on topics. Information about abstract submission, deadlines and circulars is posted on the conference website. Thank you Anne Cohen and Nobu Shimizu. -- Dr A.L. Cohen Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Geology and Geophysics, ms#23 Woods Hole MA 02543 USA T: 508 289 2958 F: 508 457 2175 The Geochemistry of Biogenic Minerals Session Convenors: Anne Cohen and Nobuchimi Shimizu The isotope and elemental compositions of accretionary skeletons (fish otoliths, corals, shells of molluscs and terrestrial snails, speleotherms and foraminifera) are used as tracers in such broad applications as identification of natal spawning grounds, estimation of paleotemperatures and tracing volcanic eruptions on the ocean floor. The assumption underlying these applications is that skeletal chemistry reflects the external environment, offset by predictable and consistent fractionation factors or partition coefficients that can be determined through laboratory experiments or thermodynamic calculations. In reality however, controls on the chemical composition of biogenic skeletons are usually a mix of exogenous and endogenous factors, the latter tied to some aspect of organism metabolism. In the past few years, recognition of the impact of biological processes on geochemical proxies has led to a focused attempt at elucidating "vital effects", with progress in the interpretation and accuracy of tracer applications. This session invites contributions from researchers with interest in the nature, magnitude and mechanisms by which biological processes impact skeletal structure and chemistry. The session is not exclusive to carbonates or biological skeletons, but will focus on accretionary structures. Theorists, modellers and geochemical analysts are encouraged to submit abstracts to this session. Potential topics include: Calcification mechanisms and their influence on isotope and trace element geochemistry of aquatic skeletons; The relationship between fish physiology, endolymph composition and the chemistry of fish otoliths; Do stalagmites obey the laws of thermodynamics? Kinetic disequilibria, surface enrichment and equilibrium controls on mineral composition in low temperature environments; How do algal symbionts affect the structure and chemistry of the host skeleton? ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Summer Internships Date: Sun, 17 Feb 2002 11:03:38 -0500 From: Dennis Hanisak To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Jim, I tried to post this today but was not successful. As time is short, I thought I would send it to you for posting on the Coral Reef List Server. Thanks, Dennis SUMMER INTERNSHIPS Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution offers a Summer Internship Program to qualified undergraduate and graduate students interested in marine-related fields. Our Internship Program is designed to provide students work experience in a research environment. The areas of study may include, but are not limited to: aquaculture, biomedical marine research, marine biology, marine mammal research, marine natural product chemistry, marine microbiology, ocean engineering, and oceanography. The 2002 Summer Intern Program begins May 28 and continues through August 2 (10 weeks). Deadline for applications is March 1. Awards will be announced ca. April 1. A downloadable application form is available at . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral bleaching in Fiji Date: Tue, 19 Feb 2002 06:33:48 +1200 From: "Ed Lovell" Organization: Biological Consultants, Fiji To: Dear Coral-list, The recent high SST’s have resulted in initial coral bleaching in Fiji. The phenomenon is just beginning (14/2/02) near Suva, Vanua Levu, and is more advanced on the north side of Viti Levu. Unlike the 2000 event, the degree of temperature elevation from the NOAA SST observations has been greater to north of the main island, Viti Levu. We have just had about 1.5 weeks of clear skies and intense sun. There is now a thermocline at 3-5m in the Suva area, which is unusual for Fiji. Temperatures are 310 -31.60C above the thermocline and less than 300C below it (to17m). Bleaching is confined to reef crests that are above the thermocline. Susceptible taxa that are showing signs of paling are: Acropora, Stylophora Pocillopora, Pavona clavus, Hydnophora. The amount of bleaching at this stage is less than 1% of colonies and few are white, most are just starting to pale. An abundance of small colonies has recruited after the 2000 mass bleaching. None of these small colonies exhibit bleaching. The weather is now cloudy for the first time in 1.5 weeks. A tropical low is deepening in near Fiji, which should cause the cooling of the SST's. Fijian reefs have exhibited coral bleaching for five years. Relatively minor bleaching occurred for two years before the major bleaching of 2000. Bleaching in 2001 was extensive in some areas but, generally, the nation's reefs were spared by the cooling influence of Cyclone Paula. Unfortunately, extensive damage was done along the southern coasts by the associated large wave event which removed living coral down to 10m, in some cases, and much of the dead standing coral from the year 2000 bleaching mortality. Edward R. Lovell Biological Consultants, Fiji PO Box 3129, Lami, Fiji Ph./Fax (679) 361358 Email: lovell@is.com.fj Robyn Cumming USP Email: cumming_r@usp.ac.fj Subject: OTOLITH PROCESSING CONTRACT(S) Date: Tue, 19 Feb 2002 15:55:14 +1000 From: "Dave Wilson" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov OTOLITH PROCESSING CONTRACT(S) In association with the Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources (DMWR), American Samoan Government, the Marine Resources section is calling for expressions of interest to process coral reef fish otoliths. Approximately 2500 otoliths, primarily adults, have been collected from various locations around American Samoa. Specific tasks to be completed by the successful bid(s) include the following: 1) Otolith weights (one from each pair), 2) Cross-sectioning of one otolith from each fish (glass mounting for long term storage), 3) Reading (3) of all sectioned otoliths, 4) Entering of all data into a spreadsheet (Excel – both disk copy and a hard copy are to be sent to DMWR upon contract completion), 5) Return of all samples to DMWR after processing (mounted sections, extra otoliths), 6) High quality microphotographs of several otoliths from each of the 5 main species collected (listed below). The photographs must be suitable for publication in scientific journals (additional otolith preparation will likely be required). Photo’s of whole otolith, half otolith and reading growth-axis is required. Approximately 480 fish otolith pairs were collected from the following 5 species: Acanthurus nigricans Subject: Coral restoration information sought Date: Tue, 19 Feb 2002 15:27:51 -0500 From: "Gene Buck" To: Colleagues: I'm seeking information for the U.S. Congress related to progress and understanding of coral restoration in the United States and territories. More specifically, I'm seeking information on: a) who are some of the key individuals working in this area and/or significant programs working on or involved with this issue; and b) what is the current state of knowledge of coral restoration (any citations to recent literature that best summarizes this state of knowledge?) relating to what works, what doesn't, economics of restoration, time frame for restoration, etc. Please respond to me directly at gbuck@crs.loc.gov Thanks in advance for your assistance. Gene Buck, senior analyst Congressional Research Service ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Coral restoration information sought Date: Tue, 19 Feb 2002 13:19:30 -1000 From: John Naughton To: Gene Buck CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Gene: I recently co-authored two papers with Paul Jokiel (U. of Hawaii) summarizing coral reef mitigation and restoration techniques employeed in the Pacific Islands. We presented them at the Oceans 2001 Conference in November. Send me your fax number and I'll send copies. They should provide much of the info you're looking for. John Naughton Pacific Islands Environmental Coordinator NMFS, NOAA Honolulu Gene Buck wrote: > Colleagues: > > I'm seeking information for the U.S. Congress related to progress and understanding of coral restoration in the United States and territories. More specifically, I'm seeking information on: > > a) who are some of the key individuals working in this area and/or significant programs working on or involved with this issue; and > > b) what is the current state of knowledge of coral restoration (any citations to recent literature that best summarizes this state of knowledge?) relating to what works, what doesn't, economics of restoration, time frame for restoration, etc. > > Please respond to me directly at gbuck@crs.loc.gov Thanks in advance for your assistance. > > Gene Buck, senior analyst > Congressional Research Service > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Incidence of ship immersion in coral reef ecosystems. Date: Wed, 20 Feb 2002 08:26:08 +0800 From: Jean Pascal QUOD To: Incidence of ship immersion in coral reef ecosystems. Dear Coral-Listers, Numerous islands from the Western Indian ocean (incl. French islands of R=E9union and Mayotte) have developed diving in coral reefs as a key source for income and want to offer divers ship wrecks as new targets. Mauritius has also successful numerous shipwrecks for recreational activities on coastal areas. We presently have a special interest in assessing the key ecological impacts of small vessels (less than 25 m), sink as artificial reefs for divers and which have been previously depoluted. Attention should be paid to the following questions : - Does wrecked ships negatively affect both benthic and fish communities ? How ? - Is there a real correlation between ship wrecks and ciguatera fish poisoning (CFP) by enhancing potentially toxic dinoflagellates populations = ? - Where should vessels be sink as diving =B3hot spots=B2 in coral mood, if it has to be effective ? I=B9ll be grateful to everyone who will contribute & allow a better understanding of these particular points. Best regards, --B_3097038368_111926 Content-type: text/html; charset="ISO-8859-1" Content-transfer-encoding: quoted-printable Incidence of ship immersion in coral reef ecosystems.

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Dear Coral-Listers,

Numerous islands from the Western Indian ocean (incl. French islands of R&e= acute;union and Mayotte) have developed diving in coral reefs as a key sourc= e for income and want to offer divers ship wrecks as new targets. Mauritius = has also successful numerous shipwrecks for recreational activities on coast= al areas.

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Attention should be paid to the following questions :
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I’ll be grateful to everyone who will contribute & allow a better= understanding of these particular points.

Best regards,

 --B_3097038368_111926-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Request for information: Mauriitan biodiversity, ecotourism Date: Wed, 20 Feb 2002 14:05:19 +0400 From: "Tania van Schalkwyk" To: To Whom it may concern: I am writing to urgently request information regarding ecotourism & the biodiversity of Mauritius. In particular, regarding the role of islets in sustaining the marine & flora (as well as bird life) ecology of the area. There are currently plans to build a high class village of villas and camping/recreational site on an island named L'isle aux Benitiers on the southwest coast of Mauritus. The hotel would take up 50 harpents and a third of the island would remain a nature reserve for migrating birds. Though how a reserve can be sustained next to such development is questionable. Also, the arguments being put forth are that the island is already exploited by a coconut plantation, and therefore of not much ecological conservation value. This may be true for most of the flora value (even though there are 2 rare plant species on the islet). However, the islet is situated in one of the last relatively unspoilt areas of coral reefs. It has a rich mollusc population of clams, mussels, oysters, "tec tec" "ti poulle"and "ash d'am" (please excuse the colloquial terms used as I am not a scientific officer).This planned development is being put forth as a development that would not disturb the environment. A 1994 report by Bell (Wildlife Management International Ltd), reccomendation stated "no overnighting" and a 2001taskforce report(Mauritian ministry of the environment) reccomended the islet be used for "eco-tourism". I could go on about the many other important aspects of this islet in the ecosystem of the area; as well as the cultural significance of its location directly opposite a typical fishing village with a strong Maharathi & Kreol culture. These are just some quick ideas & thoughts around the issue. Should you require more information please ask me. However, I am not an "expert" . I am a concerned citizen (amongst many others) and wish to gather as much information as possible around the biodiversity/sociocultural importance of the islet. My aim is to inform myself and others so that the Mauritian nation can make a wise and informed choice around the future of this islet, which could set a precedent for the future of other such islets and the ecology & culture of Mauritius and the Indian Ocean. I therefore request any information possible, as well as useful contacts, as soon as possible; as plans for the project seem to be rushing ahead. Is there an organisation/individual who can come and conduct a study? If so, what are the procedures? I thank you for taking the time to read this and help me. I apologise if my approach is unorthodox and informal, but as I said I am a concerned citizen with a time limit! I look forward to your favourable reply. Yours Sincerely, Tania (Haberland) van Schalkwyk (a concerned citizen) Below please find a copy of a letter I have sent regarding the issue mentioned above. Your input (if appropriate) would be much valued. Thankyou. **************************************************************************** ******************************************************************** Dear Concerned citizen/expert/activist: I am a citizen concerned about the plans to develop l'ile aux Benitiers, on the southwest coast of Mauritius. In the past 2 weeks, I have been phoning around, emailing and meeting with people: government departments, ecologists, scientists, journalists, fishermen & other concerned citizens; to : 1.try and see what impact this project would have on the ecosystem the islet is such a crucial part of. 2. get a general idea of what people think & feel about plans around l'ile aux benitier. 3. become involved and help in any actions being taken to stop an irresponsible project taking place on the islet. Based on my research, * I get the idea that most people (not all) -expert & non; are opposed to the current plans to build an haute de gamme villas complex (100 rooms), as well as a camping and loisir site with a small bird nature reserve. This is because the general opinion is that such a development would disturb the environment: marine and terrestrial of the area with serious biodiversity repurcussions. * I sense that the government has many conflicting reports/opinions/policies regarding l'ile aux Benitiers and other islets. That this could lead to an irresponsible development going ahead seems very possible. Therefore, I am writing to you: 1. To offer my help and any information I have to any organisation or person(s) taking action regarding l'ile aux Benitiers. Please let me know asap. I am also willing to meet with interested parties. 2. To seek your help with the following project: I am compiling a list of opinions & statements regarding: - the "haut de gamme" villas complex/camping site/small reserve proposal for L'ile aux Benitiers; -as well as about any development plans for the islet. - and in general about the ecosystem of the southwest of Mauritius: biodiversity, sociocultural & environmental impact. These statements are to be used in a petition (soon to be launched) and a press release/article. I request as many opinions/statements as possible. Please send them to me ASAP, preferably by tomorrow noon (Thursday the 21st of February 2002). Late submissions are welcome, but may not be able to be used. With your statement, please provide the following details: 1. whether you wish to remain anonymous or be referenced 2. your job title (optional) 3. In what capacity you are making this statement: expert or non-expert; if expert please give details. 4. Include any references, policies, reports, audits you know of to support your statement 5. Your consent (or non-consent) for me to use them in either the petition, and/or the press release/article. 6. Contact details:(optional) which will remain confidential. Please forward this letter to anyone you know of who may contribute. I thank you for your time and help. I look forward to your favourable reply and of helping you in return. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any queries or comments. Yours Sincerely, Tania (Haberland) van Schalkwyk A concerned citizen ************************************************************************* Only after the last tree has been cut down, Only after the last river has been poisoned, Only after the last fish has been caught, Only then will you find that money cannot be eaten. -Cree Indian prophecy. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Regarding zooplankton Date: Wed, 20 Feb 2002 12:43:10 -0400 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral-list, Further to our discussion last year on the possibility of food shortage as a cause of mass coral bleaching and coral epidemics, I remain very concerned that the declining abundance of oceanic zooplankton is an important variable in the picture. I raised this question earlier - "is tropical zooplankton declining also?" - and did not get much feedback beyond a few offlist comments to the effect that the declines noted elsewhere (e.g. off California) have been the result of decreased vertical mixing in ocean areas where mixing is more pronounced and so has a greater effect on productivity. Therefore, if zooplankton productivity is felt to be directly related to mixing, then I suppose a decline in the not-very-mixed tropics would not be anticipated(?) However, zooplankton is declining markedly in the seemingly-normally-mixed North Atlantic - in fact there's lots of phytoplankton to indicate that mixing is occurring, but zooplankton is declining nevertheless. I suspect that the decline is related to the loss of fish, and fish spawn, which contributes considerable amounts of energy and nutrients to the plankton. What do you think of this idea? I find it intriguing, for instance, that the giant bluefin tuna produces some of the smallest fish eggs in the sea, and that this fish fattens itself in the temperate seas and then migrates to the tropics to spawn millions of little food packages small enough to be consumed by a coral polyp... And of course, the reduction in the spawning stock of bluefin tuna has been considerable. I would appreciate any of your comments on this article: http://www.fisherycrisis.com/fisheggs.html sincerely, Debbie MacKenzie Abstract of article: Declining numbers of oceanic zooplankton cannot be entirely accounted for by the climate-warming-induced slacking of upwelling currents. For example, the North Atlantic ocean offers a picture today of unusually low zooplankton numbers in the presence of unusually high phytoplankton numbers, a finding which runs directly contrary to expectations. The life histories of common zooplankton organisms (e.g. copepods) reveal that while juvenile stages are herbivorous, adult stages are not. They are frequently omnivores or carnivores. The reproduction of herbivorous zooplankton therefore is not solely related to the availability of plant food. The abundance and quality of carnivorous food available to the adult stages also impacts directly on the successful reproduction of the herbivores. Pelagic spawn released by marine fish and invertebrates is accessible food to these carnivorous zooplankton. The massive reduction in "spawning stocks" of multiple marine species that has been induced by human fishing is therefore plausibly implicated in the current declining numbers of zooplankton. Spawn production in the ocean has obviously declined with the elimination of spawning fish, and this gradual withdrawl of a rich carnivorous food supply to the zooplankton may have negatively affected their ability to reproduce. It also follows that total new organic production (and carbon fixation) in the marine system will have been reduced. The widespread declining trend in age and size at maturity in marine fish and invertebrate species possibly represents a systemic reaction to the falling density of zooplankton, in the form of an increased effort to produce spawn in compensation. If fishing has "undercut" the zooplankton in this manner, and it seems entirely plausible that it has, then one "unintended, unanticipated negative consequence" of continued fish removals will be the collapse of virtually the entire marine ecosystem. Continuing to focus our explanatory efforts solely on temperature changes and "global warming," despite remarkable inconsistencies between predicted and observed effects, merely continues a long-ingrained human thought pattern of denial...denial of the full impact of our ruthless destruction of marine life...and perhaps denial that many of our earlier theories about how the ecosystem functions are now proving to be, to a rather significant extent, incorrect. For example, the concept of energy flowing in only a single direction in marine systems, upwards through successively higher trophic levels, is challenged by consideration of the significant quantity of energy that is actually channelled directly downwards in the form of marine spawn. Although it inevitably dissipates, energy can be seen to follow many circular routes within the ecosystem, cycling along with nutrients. In this way, animate marine life in total acts as a catalyst for the continuation of high rates or primary production...a greater abundance fish in the sea, therefore, ultimately results in a higher rate of marine carbon fixation. Subject: Re: Coral restoration information sought Date: Wed, 20 Feb 2002 10:53:54 -1000 From: John Naughton To: Gene Buck , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Gene: Papers on the way via fax. Coral Listees: I'm being totally innundated with requests for our papers. I will attempt to make copies available to all electronically. Will let you know as soon as possible and at what web site. Mahalo much, John Gene Buck wrote: > John: > > Thanks much. Fax number here is (202) 707-7289. Much appreciate the papers: > > "I recently co-authored two papers with Paul Jokiel (U. of Hawaii) summarizing coral reef mitigation and restoration techniques employeed in the Pacific Islands. We presented them at the Oceans 2001 Conference in November. Send me your fax number and I'll send copies. They should provide much of the info you're looking for." > > Gene Buck, gbuck@crs.loc.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Job advert in UK Date: Thu, 21 Feb 2002 14:18:32 +0000 From: "Murray Roberts" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all Copied below is a job advert that may be of interest to those working on cold-water corals and fisheries. For more information please contact Dr. Edmund Green Head, Marine and Coastal Programme UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre 219 Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0DL United Kingdom Tel: (44) 1223 277314 Fax: (44) 1223 277136 E mail: ed.green@unep-wcmc.org best wishes Murray UNEP-WCMC Senior Programme Officer Marine and Coastal Programme The UNEP-WCMC Marine and Coastal programme requires a Senior Programme Officer to work on the impacts of fisheries on marine biodiversity at regional and global scales. The successful candidate will be expected to continue to the Centre's work on restricted fishing zones, and to develop additional projects on the assessment of the impacts of fisheries on marine biodiversity in partnership with relevant organisations. These will be the principal areas of work for the successful candidate who will also be expected to contribute to UNEP-WCMC's activities on marine protected areas, vulnerable ecosystems and endangered species. Key qualifications will be: previous experience in marine ecology or conservation with an emphasis on regional or global scale fisheries; some proven success in fundraising; an ability to produce high quality work on particular projects with minimum supervision, often working with, and supervising, other team members; time management skills to meet deadlines punctually; some previous experience of managing project budgets; demonstrable knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, marine conservation. Candidates will be expected to have a minimum of a Masters degree in a relevant subject area and 3+ years professional experience. The successful candidate will be asked to assume responsibility for some projects within the Marine and Coastal Programme, and will be called upon to represent the Programme both externally and internally. Candidates for this position will be expected to undertake travel abroad and demonstrate that they are able to work independently or as part of a team. The appointment will be initially for one year with the possibility of further renewal. Full details of terms and conditions and job description are available from UNEP-WCMC personnel. Salary will be based on level of qualifications, skills and experience. The closing date for letters of interest plus your current CV is Friday 22 March 2002, with a view to employment commencing Monday 3 June 2002. Please contact: personnel@unep-wcmc.org About UNEP-WCMC (www.unep-wcmc.org) The UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre provides information for policy and action to conserve the living world. The Centre's activities include assessment and early warning studies in forest, dryland, freshwater and marine ecosystems. Research on endangered species and biodiversity indicators provide policy-makers with vital knowledge on global trends in conservation and sustainable use of wildlife and their habitats. Extensive use is made of geographic information systems and other analytical technologies that help to visualise trends, patterns and emerging priorities for conservation action. UNEP-WCMC does this work through three divisions: 1. Information Services: facilitating access to information on biological diversity, through Enquiries and Publications, Library, and Electronic Communications Services; 2. Assessment and Early Warning: assessing the status, value and management of biological diversity; 3. Conventions and Policy Support: working with conventions and organisations, and providing capacity building and information management services. J Murray Roberts Scottish Association for Marine Science Dunstaffnage Marine Laboratory Oban, Argyll, PA37 1QA, UK Tel: +44 (0)1631-559241 Fax: +44 (0)1631-559001 e-mail: m.roberts@dml.ac.uk website: www.sams.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: 3 Positions Available in American Samoa Date: Thu, 21 Feb 2002 11:01:55 -1100 From: Flinn Curren To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: "Beeching, Tony" Three Positions Available in American Samoa The American Samoan Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources is currently recruiting three positions for two year contracts, starting about the end of July 2002. These positions are: Lobster Fishery Biologist Inshore Fisheries Ecology Project Leader GIS Technician The lobster fishery biologist and inshore fisheries ecology project leader positions require a minimum qualifications of: 1. An M.Sc. in Fisheries Science and/or Management, Marine Biology, Marine Resource Science and/or Management Studies or Oceanography (with relevant research experience in marine biology and/or ecology) and 2. Two years working experience in tropical marine fisheries The GIS Technician position requires: 1. The minimum of a Masters degree in an appropriate science. 2. Experience in all of the following areas is essential: Arcview and Arcinfo, Tropical coastal imagery analysis, and IKONOS, Landsat and ‘conventional’ aerial imagery. 3. Knowledge and experience in ArcGIS 8.1 preferred. Applications are due April 15, 2002. For detailed job descriptions and application details, please contact Tony Beeching, stating the position for which you will by applying. His email address is: beeching@blueskynet.as Flinn Curren Fishery Biologist Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources P.O. Box 3730 Pago Pago, American Samoa USA phone: (Country Code 684) 633-4456 fax: (Country Code 684) 633-5944 _________________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Fwd: final TED sign-on letter Date: Thu, 21 Feb 2002 20:07:35 -0300 From: "José A. Speroni" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I'm sending the attachment in .PDF format instead of .DOC Best regards José > Subject: final TED sign-on letter > Date: Tue, 19 Feb 2002 15:39:28 > From: "Dobrzynski, Tanya" > > > Attached is the final comment letter that was sent to NMFS on the proposed > rule to enlarge the size of turtle excluder device openings. We got 46 > signatories to the letter, which is GREAT!!! Thank you all for your > support. Please check our website (www.oceana.org) for updates on this > important issue. > > > > Cheers! > > Tanya > > Tanya Dobrzynski > Oceana > 2501 M Street, NW, Suite 300 > Washington, D.C. 20037-1311 > ph 202-833-3900 > fax 202-833-2070 > > td@oceana.org Jose A. 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CS, Nov. 1994 Name: final sea turtle comments sent final sea turtle comments sent 2'15'02.pdf 2'15'02.pdf Type: Acrobat (application/pdf) Encoding: base64 Subject: Land-based stresses on reefs. Date: Fri, 22 Feb 2002 09:19:00 -0500 From: "Mike Risk" To: There was discussion earlier on this list about the future of reefs. Some interesting and controversial opinions were exchanged, and some positions challenged. Recent data seem to shed light on this issue, allowing some resolution. Bob Buddemeier (posting, Jan. 16) gives me entirely too much credit for policies and procedures on monitoring. I advise several countries, but there is no more assurance they will take my advice than there is that readers of this list will. No, the credit for the present state of reef management, at least in the USA, must be given where credit is due: to those who have put their research careers to one side, and built reputations on organising international conferences, on meeting and schmoozing with the development banks, and on lobbying governments. They deserve all the credit. This has left the grunt work of science to the rest of us sweat-stained wretches, as can be seen in the results reported here. An abstract has been accepted for presentation at this summer's ASLO meeting, and may be viewed on their website: Ward-Paige and Risk, BIOEROSION SURVEYS ON THE FLORIDA REEF TRACT SUGGEST WIDESPREAD LAND-BASED STRESS ON THE REEFS. To summarise the findings: a bright-orange coral-killing bioeroding sponge, Cliona delitrix, previously shown (almost 20 years ago) to be a fecal bioindicator, is all over the Florida Reef Tract. As coral cover has decreased, sponge abundance has increased. Stable nitrogen isotopic analyses allow a link to terrestrial sources. These findings reinforce several points made earlier, i.e.: 1. Reef monitoring projects need to be interdisciplinary in planning and in staffing. Most are designed and run by coral biologists. Don't get me wrong, some of my best friends are coral biologists-but it seems strange to have overlooked a bright orange critter that thrives on sewage and kills coral. Although C. delitrix is Caribbean in distribution, a related species, C. viridis, is a dominant benthic organism on Australian patch reefs, and no Australian monitoring program reports it. Grazing pressure has little or nothing to do with abundance of either organism. 2. Given the rate of decline, monitoring programs need to shift to a bioindicator approach-this is also more suited to community-based management. Listers should look into Mark Erdmann's wonderful stomatopod project, in Sulawesi, in which village women are taught how to monitor their own reefs as they glean for food. 3. Monitoring programs, reef models and management schemes that do not include coverage of bioerosion are not dealing with the full deck and will not produce dependable results. They all need serious remedial work. (Full credit goes to the FMRI program-in alphabetical order, Walt Jaap, Vlad Kosmynin, Jim Porter, Jenni Wheaton, and Phil Dustan in the early stages. They were already running an excellent program, and saw the need for a bioerosion component.) 4. Time spent discussing and writing about "global change" would better be spent finding solutions to more immediate problems. My prediction-most gone by 2010-would seem well on the way to being correct. Florida has lost 38% of its coral cover in the last 4 years, and in SE Asia a regional mass extinction of corals is well under way. Alkalinity hasn't budged-these processes are driven by land-based sources. 5. MPA's need to be established well away from land-based sources. There may be some small amount of good news. At the same meeting, I will present an abstract showing how the relative impacts of sewage and siltation can be determined for reefs where no baseline data exist, one that can be used by local communities. It's easy: plot coral tissue N-15 values against % insoluble residues. Techniques have been around for decades. So a preliminary evaluation of the major land-based stresses on a reef should cost about $100 Canadian. The insoluble residue work can be done in any high school lab, send the N-15's out, $20 a pop. (That's POP, not poop.) Those of you who would like to see what Cliona delitrix looks like-it's really quite a pretty organism, despite its disgusting diet-let me know and one of Christine or I will send you a .jpg Subject: International Society for Reef Studies Meeting Date: Fri, 22 Feb 2002 17:55:24 +0000 (GMT) From: "K.A. Teleki" To: Coral-List CC: marbio@mote.org We have had an excellent international response to our call for the European International Society for Reef Studies Meeting (4-7 September 2002, Cambridge, UK). We are aware that some coral reef researchers do intend to participate and are arranging payments of the registration fees. We have therefore negotiated with Robinson College to extend the deadline for early registration to the end of this month (28 Feb). After this date we will have to impose the surcharges as listed on the registration form (www.isrs2002.org). If you have not registered we encourage you to do so in the next week. The meeting programme will cover all aspects of reef science and we are hopeful for an exciting and stimulating meeting. Any questions or comments should be directed towards: info@isrs2002.org We look forward to welcoming you to Cambridge in September. ISRS2002 Organising Committee ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: mangrove shoot transplantation Date: Sat, 23 Feb 2002 12:22:22 +0800 From: greenforce@pd.jaring.my To: greetings all we are volunteers working in the Banggi region of northern Sabah. We are conducting our miniproject on the transplantation of mangrove shoots. We are currently experiencing problems in surviva of ltransplanted shoots. We believe this may be due to transplantation to areas with to much sunlight around the edge of the mangroves, but wondered if there were other specific factors that we could attribute this low survival rate to. We would be most grateful to know if anyone had any experience with, or knows of any papers relating to techniques / conditions for mangrove shoot transplantation. Many thanks for your time and help Kind regards Laura and Emma Subject: coral cores and sharks Date: Sun, 24 Feb 2002 15:03:52 -0800 (PST) From: Silvia Pinca To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Listers, just wondering if anybody could be interested in some 1 m deep coral cores drilled in Majuro, Marshall Islands, for mooring installments. Also, are there any shark experts out there able to identify sharks fom dorsal fin pictures? i have the pictures and would be ready to send them. they come from RMI, where 'ocean' shark fishing strated a few months ago. Are they really ocean sharks? What would be their sizes? etc. etc.... Trying once more to ivestigate on the matter... Thank you all, ===== Silvia Pinca, Marine Science Program College of the Marshall Islands P.O. Box 1258 Majuro, MH 96960 ph. 692-625-5903 __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Sports - Coverage of the 2002 Olympic Games http://sports.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral mortality in Kenya affecting Astreopora, Montipora and Echinopora. Date: Mon, 25 Feb 2002 09:28:28 +0300 From: CRCP Organization: Coral Reef Conservation Project To: NOAA Coral List CC: "Church, Julie" Coral mortality in Kenya affecting Astreopora, Montipora and Echinopora. A new source of coral mortality has been observed in Kenya and is largely affecting Astreopora, Montipora and Echinopora but also Acropora, Platygyra and massive Porites. Below is a description of the mortality and a request for others to make observations on these taxa and to assist identifying the source of the mortality. This is not a localized source of mortality but is occurring on a scale of several hundred kilometers and has largely eliminated Astreopora and Montipora on Kenyan reefs. Observations made during the past two weeks indicate mortality significantly different from bleaching or local sources of mortality. In the early stages corals develop an ashy dull coloration with a brittle or weak skeleton while in the intermediate stages they become covered with mucus that collects debris. Once the mucus and debris clears a white calcareous dust is left on the surface and sometimes an anaerobic blackness underneath, probably due to anaerobic microbial decay of the tissue under the mucus. Death is very quick in less than two weeks. This description is particularly true for Montipora and Echinopora but Astreopora largely develops a dull pale color and then leaves a bare white skeleton, seldom producing mucus. Echinopora is more variable, with patches of dead skeleton among living patches. Massive Porites turns from brown to ashy gray, becomes covered with mucus, but so far there has been few observations of mortality. Morbidity is not nearly as obvious as coral bleaching as the corals become dull rather than bright white and they are often hidden by mucus and a white dust as they die. Also it is only affecting some taxa and there has been no coloration change in other taxa, not even a paling. Also, bleaching for these massive species is often protracted taking weeks to months to die and the colors are more vibrant. During the recently observed mortality, death is rapid and the colors are dull and do not attract attention. Astreopora is fairly resistant to bleaching and in this case it is the worst affected. Unlike commonly reported microbial diseases that form bands, there is no band formation, just an ashy or loss of color, mucus and death beneath the mucus. This was only recognized from other sources of mortality because of continuous fieldwork in different sites and might have otherwise been attributed to local factors and mortality. Because observations of this death in northern Kenyan corresponded with a red tide, there was a possibility that this caused the death. This may not be the case, however, as there were no red tides in southern Kenya. There was a 3-4 day bloom or current drift of gelatinous zooplankton in southern Kenya, but it was not associated with rich plankton. The weather has been windy, but not terribly strong and the water is cool for this warm season at about 28oC in southern Kenya and as low as 26oC in northern Kenya. It is possible that this is caused by water chemistry changes, but the taxa-specific response is very curious. I have a few specimens that were in the final stages of death preserved in Formalin, Alcohol and DMSO solution. If somebody would like to try to figure the cause of death I will send samples of this tissue. If somebody knows somebody competent to do this analysis, please pass on this email to him or her. I suggest that others in the field keep an eye out for this phenomenon, it is not as obvious as coral bleaching but if one begins to look for these taxa they will notice that all of the individuals that they see have either recently died or are about to die. It occurs very fast and turf algae quickly colonize the skeletons, so one needs to be vigilant. I will only be at this address until Friday the 1st of March and can then be contacted at tmcclanahan@wcs.org or call me in the US at WCS Marine Programs 718-220-5885 after March 7th. I will bring coral tissue with me in case somebody in the US would like to examine it. Tim McClanahan crcp@africaonline.co.ke Julie Church juliec@africaonline.co.ke -- Tim McClanahan Coral Reef Conservation Project The Wildlife Conservation Society Kibaki Flats #12 Kenyatta Beach, Bamburi P.O. Box 99470 Mombasa, Kenya email: crcp@africaonline.co.ke Tel O: 254 11 485570 Tel H: 486549 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: mangrove shoot transplantation Date: Mon, 25 Feb 2002 16:53:51 -0400 From: "Laurie Requa" To: , Laura and Emma, Check this web site out. There has been a very successful restoration project on St.Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. The web site talks about the project on St. Croix and will give you the link to the methodology they utilized. //rps.uvi.edu/VIMAS/stxprog.html Good luck. Laurie Requa Laurie Requa Research Assistant Center for Marine and Environmental Studies University of the Virgin Islands (340)693-1393 (340)693-1385 (fax) Subject: Re: Regarding zooplankton Date: Mon, 25 Feb 2002 19:54:17 -0500 From: "James W. Porter" To: , "Debbie MacKenzie" Dear Dr. Mackenzie and Coral list-servers, From our studies on coral feeding, I suspect that food-shortage issues pertaining to reef zooplankton will come not only from pelagic zooplankton that float over reefs, but more likely from demersal (bottom dwelling) zooplankton that live on coral reefs. We showed in our paper (Porter, J.W. and K.G. Porter. 1977. Quantitative sampling of demersal plankton migrating from different coral reef substrates. Limnol. Oceanogr. 22:553-556.) that physically damaged or degraded coral reef habitats produce almost an order of magnitude less demersal zooplankton per hour than topographically complex and healthy reefs. For reef organisms dependent on this food supply, reef degradation has a seriously deleterious affect on both food quantity and food quality. We do not know the relative importance of pelagic versus demersal plankton, but if I were to venture a working hypothesis, I would say that more than 75% of both the carbon and the calories that we measured in the guts of several reef-building coral species came from demersal plankton and not from pelagic plankton. Good luck with further research on your interesting and novel perspective. Jim Porter Subject: Date: Tue, 26 Feb 2002 10:27:22 GMT From: "Chris T Perry" Organization: Manchester Metropolitan University To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Call for submission of manuscripts Special Issue of Coral Reefs, on Marginal and Non Reef-Building Coral Environments Volume 23 of Coral Reefs will include a Special Issue entitled "Marginal and Non Reef-Building Coral Environments." The aim of this thematic issue is to highlight the varied character, processes, and issues relevant to more marginal coral-dominated settings, including high-latitude environments, high-turbidity sites, fluvially influenced sites, upwelling-influenced areas, and high-salinity settings. Under varied marginal conditions, reef framework is often either restricted or, in extreme cases, entirely absent. These settings are of significant interest from both biological and geological perspectives because they emphasize the highly variable nature of reef and coral community structure, may still harbour an important array of tropical coral-related species, and are often locally important from socio-economic perspectives. In addition, their marginal nature (perhaps close to the environmental thresholds for coral survival) may make them particularly susceptible to environmental disturbance and climatic change. From the geological perspective, there are interesting questions relating to the nature of marginal reef growth, their accumulation potential, and the processes of carbonate cycling (e.g., bioerosion, encrustation). Marginal sites may also have potential as analogues for the highly diverse coral-dominated settings that are preserved in the fossil record. Potential topics might include (but are not limited to) geological evolution and significance, sedimentary settings, species assemblages and ecological significance, coral physiology, environmental disturbance, management, and conservation. The issue (approximately 100 pages) will be published as soon as 12 papers have been accepted; additional submissions will be considered for publication in subsequent issues. Reviews and Reef Sites on an appropriate theme are also welcome. Papers should be submitted no later than 1st September 2002. Papers should follow the guidelines for Coral Reefs and may be submitted to the Guest Editors in pdf format (they will also be accepted by the Guest Editors at the ISRS Meeting in Cambridge at which there is a related thematic session running). To ensure a speedy publication, manuscripts should be submitted as soon as possible. Prospective authors should first contact the Guest Editors, Chris Perry or Piers Larcombe. Dr Chris Perry Dept. of Environmental & Geographical Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University, John Dalton Building Chester Street, Manchester, M1 5GD U.K. Tel: +44 (0) 161 247 6210 Fax: +44 (0) 161 247 6318 E-mail: c.t.perry@mmu.ac.uk Dr Piers Larcombe Marine Geophysical Laboratory, James Cook University, Townsville, 4811 Australia. Tel. +61 7 47815056 Fax. +61 7 47814334 E-mail: piers.larcombe@jcu.edu.au ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: London Times article Date: Tue, 26 Feb 2002 11:06:47 +0000 From: "Murray Roberts" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all You may be interested to read an article on trawl damage to cold-water coral reefs that appears in todays Times newspaper (London). See: http://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/0,,7-218820,00.html If you want to contribute to the discussion, there's an option to do this at the end of the article. It would be interesting to add a north American perspective to this. best wishes Murray J Murray Roberts Scottish Association for Marine Science Dunstaffnage Marine Laboratory Oban, Argyll, PA37 1QA, UK Tel: +44 (0)1631-559241 Fax: +44 (0)1631-559001 e-mail: m.roberts@dml.ac.uk website: www.sams.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Cyanide in seawater Date: Tue, 26 Feb 2002 15:31:42 +0200 From: "David Zakai" To: Dear list members, Is any one familiar with a quick, as well as easy method/protocol to check the presence of cyanide in seawater? Thanks, David David ZAKAI Red Sea Marine Biologist Israel Nature & National Parks Protection Authority P.O.Box 667, Eilat, Israel AND The Interuniversity Institute for Marine Science of Eilat, P.O.Box 469, Eilat, Israel ************************************************************** Scanned by eScan Content-Security and Anti-Virus Software. Visit http://www.mwti.net for more info on eScan and MailScan. ************************************************************** Subject: RE: mangrove shoot transplantation Date: Tue, 26 Feb 2002 09:42:21 -0400 From: "Laurie Requa" To: , Laura, Emma, and coral list, If people are having problems opening the web site I sent try it again or the following steps. //rps.uvi.edu/VIMAS/srb_rest.htm or //MarSci.uvi.edu click on the VIMAS button click on the St. Croix Programs button the next button should be mangrove restoration or mangrove project I hope this works. If not let me know and I will give you the long way in. Cheers, Laurie Subject: Re: London Times article Date: Tue, 26 Feb 2002 15:33:40 -0400 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: "Murray Roberts" CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov At 11:06 AM 26/02/2002 +0000, you wrote: >Dear all > >You may be interested to read an article on trawl damage to cold-water >coral reefs that appears in todays Times newspaper (London). See: >http://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/0,,7-218820,00.html > >If you want to contribute to the discussion, there's an option to do >this at the end of the article. It would be interesting to add a north >American perspective to this. The North American Atlantic cold water coral story is essentially identical to what's described in that article - with one exception though, we've not yet had the public outrage and demand for these areas to be off limits to fishing trawlers. There is a proposal for the establishment of a protected area, but it's moving very slowly and now looks most likely as if there will be oil drilling in the area within the next few years. Here are links to a couple of pages on the topic including a few pictures: http://cohps.atlantisforce.org/Deepmon.html http://biotype.biology.dal.ca/biotype/1998/dec98/coral.html Debbie MacKenzie ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Coral mortality in Kenya affecting Astreopora, Montipora and Echinopora. Date: Wed, 27 Feb 2002 10:13:51 -0500 From: Laurie Richardson To: crcp@africaonline.co.ke CC: NOAA Coral List , "Church, Julie" What you describe sounds like the coral surfaces have become anaerobic. The "white dust" is probably a population of sulfide-oxidizing bacteria (look at a sample under the microscope - if you see filaments full of bright granules - stored elemental sulfur - then you are seeing the sulfide-oxidizing bacterium Beggiatoa, which looks to the eye like white granules. As to the cause of death - it is unclear, just by visual observations, whether something killed the coral and then an anaerobic bacterial population developed, or if some imbalance occurred and massive oxygen consumption by rapidly growing bacteria resulted in development of anaerobic microenvironments which selected for sulfate-reducers which then produced sulfide which then enriched for sulfide-oxidizers, etc. The black layer is probably precipited ironsulfide oxides. Good luck! CRCP wrote: > Coral mortality in Kenya affecting Astreopora, Montipora and Echinopora. > > A new source of coral mortality has been observed in Kenya and is > largely affecting Astreopora, Montipora and Echinopora but also > Acropora, Platygyra and massive Porites. Below is a description of the > mortality and a request for others to make observations on these taxa > and to assist identifying the source of the mortality. This is not a > localized source of mortality but is occurring on a scale of several > hundred kilometers and has largely eliminated Astreopora and Montipora > on Kenyan reefs. > > Observations made during the past two weeks indicate mortality > significantly different from bleaching or local sources of mortality. > In the early stages corals develop an ashy dull coloration with a > brittle or weak skeleton while in the intermediate stages they become > covered with mucus that collects debris. Once the mucus and debris > clears a white calcareous dust is left on the surface and sometimes an > anaerobic blackness underneath, probably due to anaerobic microbial > decay of the tissue under the mucus. Death is very quick in less than > two weeks. This description is particularly true for Montipora and > Echinopora but Astreopora largely develops a dull pale color and then > leaves a bare white skeleton, seldom producing mucus. Echinopora is > more variable, with patches of dead skeleton among living patches. > Massive Porites turns from brown to ashy gray, becomes covered with > mucus, but so far there has been few observations of mortality. > > Morbidity is not nearly as obvious as coral bleaching as the corals > become dull rather than bright white and they are often hidden by mucus > and a white dust as they die. Also it is only affecting some taxa and > there has been no coloration change in other taxa, not even a paling. > Also, bleaching for these massive species is often protracted taking > weeks to months to die and the colors are more vibrant. During the > recently observed mortality, death is rapid and the colors are dull and > do not attract attention. Astreopora is fairly resistant to bleaching > and in this case it is the worst affected. Unlike commonly reported > microbial diseases that form bands, there is no band formation, just an > ashy or loss of color, mucus and death beneath the mucus. This was only > recognized from other sources of mortality because of continuous > fieldwork in different sites and might have otherwise been attributed to > local factors and mortality. > > Because observations of this death in northern Kenyan corresponded with > a red tide, there was a possibility that this caused the death. This > may not be the case, however, as there were no red tides in southern > Kenya. There was a 3-4 day bloom or current drift of gelatinous > zooplankton in southern Kenya, but it was not associated with rich > plankton. The weather has been windy, but not terribly strong and the > water is cool for this warm season at about 28oC in southern Kenya and > as low as 26oC in northern Kenya. It is possible that this is caused by > water chemistry changes, but the taxa-specific response is very curious. > > I have a few specimens that were in the final stages of death preserved > in Formalin, Alcohol and DMSO solution. If somebody would like to try > to figure the cause of death I will send samples of this tissue. If > somebody knows somebody competent to do this analysis, please pass on > this email to him or her. > > I suggest that others in the field keep an eye out for this phenomenon, > it is not as obvious as coral bleaching but if one begins to look for > these taxa they will notice that all of the individuals that they see > have either recently died or are about to die. It occurs very fast and > turf algae quickly colonize the skeletons, so one needs to be vigilant. > > I will only be at this address until Friday the 1st of March and can > then be contacted at tmcclanahan@wcs.org or call me in the US at WCS > Marine Programs 718-220-5885 after March 7th. I will bring coral tissue > with me in case somebody in the US would like to examine it. > > Tim McClanahan crcp@africaonline.co.ke > > Julie Church juliec@africaonline.co.ke > > -- > Tim McClanahan > Coral Reef Conservation Project > The Wildlife Conservation Society > Kibaki Flats #12 > Kenyatta Beach, Bamburi > P.O. Box 99470 > Mombasa, Kenya > email: crcp@africaonline.co.ke > Tel O: 254 11 485570 > Tel H: 486549 > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. -- Laurie L. Richardson Associate Professor Department of Biological Sciences Florida International University Miami, Florida USA 33199 phone: 305/348-1988 fax: 305/348-1986 email: richardl@fiu.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: NCRI rfp Date: Wed, 27 Feb 2002 16:21:02 -0500 From: "James D. Thomas" To: coral-list CC: Dick Dodge , Carol Fretwell Announcement: Request for Proposals The National Coral Reef Institute (NCRI), Nova Southeastern University, is issuing a request for one-year proposals to be funded beginning May 1, 2002. Initial funding will be for one year. Two general themes have been identified as funding priorities: · Coral reef biodiversity research · Coral Reef population studies A limited amount of funding is available for supporting projects that incorporate research syntheses, preliminary, and feasibility studies of emerging scientific themes that show theoretical and practical promise, and may have not yet been identified as a priority by traditional funding channels. Special consideration will be given to projects that provide evidence of supplemental, leveraged, and institutional matching funding to expand or broaden these activities. Funding requests should be approximately $25,000 or less. It is expected that 2-4 proposals may be funded. Proposals are due on March 30, 2002. For additional information and submission requirements for this rfp, investigators can go directly to the RFP homepage: http://www.nova.edu/ocean/ncri/rfp0202.html or, Visit the NCRI homepage at: http://www.nova.edu/cwis/oceanography/ncri/index.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral Reef Remote Sensing Workshop Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 15:11:44 +1000 From: "Karen Joyce" Reply-To: To: Dear Coral-Listers, To coincide with the 11th Australasian Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry Conference in Brisbane (September 2-6, 2002), we are organizing a Collaborative Coral Reef Remote Sensing Fieldtrip at the University of Queensland’s Heron Island research station (HIRS), southern Great Barrier Reef. The Goal: To further the field of research in coral reef remote sensing through initiating international collaboration, integrating knowledge, improving skills and standardising methods for field data collection. Subject: Coral Reef Ecosystems Studies Announcement Of Opportunity Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 15:29:57 -0500 From: "Ruth Kelty" To: coral-list > Good afternoon, > > I am writing to share the following program announcement with members of > the coral listserve. The solicitation is summarized below, but be sure > to look at the full Federal Register Notice because the program > description and application requirements are quite detailed. > > ** Access the complete FY 2002 Federal Register Notice for the Coral > Reef > Ecosystems Studies Announcement of Opportunity** > > SUMMARY: NOAA/NOS/CSCOR/COP is soliciting three to five year > proposals to support coral reef ecosystem studies in regions under U.S. > jurisdiction where coral reefs occur. Proposals should address causes > of regional declines in coral abundance and degradation of coral > ecosystems. CSCOR/COP?s interest is to provide timely and high-quality > scientific results that can be used to develop alternative management > strategies to restore and protect coral reef ecosystems. To meet this > goal, highest consideration will be given to multi-disciplinary team > proposals incorporating hypothesis-driven research involving both the > natural and social sciences, which includes participation by the > territory, state, or Federal resource management community. Because of > the complex relationships among land-based activities, watershed/reef > interactions, and local economies and values, the overall research > proposal should include a component study that addresses social and > economic aspects of the study area, and integrate this research into the > study as a whole. > > Results from such research must be applicable to ecosystem > sustainability studies and assessments for alternative management > strategies. Scientific information, syntheses, and models from this > multi-disciplinary, long-term effort will enable resources mangers to > make more informed decisions on managing U.S. coral reef ecosystems. > > Research should focus on coral reef ecosystems in the Atlantic or > Pacific subject to the jurisdiction or control of the U.S. CSCOR/COP > will select the strongest and most balanced proposal that focuses on one > of the geographic areas of special interest beginning with the highest > priority: The (1) Caribbean; (2) Western Pacific; (3) American Samoa; > (4) Hawaiian Islands, and (5) Florida. The specific area of study > within these regions will be defined by the selected proposal. > > It is anticipated that one regional project will be funded at > approximately $1,500,000 per year for up to five years, beginning in > fiscal year 2002. Actual funding levels will depend upon the final > budget appropriations for each fiscal year. The deadline for receipt of > proposals at the CSCOR/COP office is 3 p.m., e.s.t. April 17, 2002. > > The full Federal Register Notice can be viewed through links on the > CSCOR/COP website (http://www.cop.noaa.gov/funding.html) or by clicking > on the link at the beginning of this message. > > FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: > Technical information: Ruth Kelty, 301-713-3020 x133, > ruth.kelty@noaa.gov. > Business Management Information: Leslie McDonald, 301 713-3338 x155, > Leslie.McDonald@noaa.gov. > > -- > Ruth Kelty, Ph.D. > National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science > National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration > 1305 East-West Highway, SSMC 4, rm. 8215 > Silver Spring, MD 20910 > (301) 713-3020 x133 Fax (301) 713-4353 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: ASCII postings Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 22:53:27 GMT From: coral-list admin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Please try to post your messages in ASCII instead of HTML-only or mixed ASCII/HTML. It makes it easier for everyone. Thanks, Jim coral-list admin ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Seeking nominees for UNDP conservation/sustainable use award Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2002 09:30:19 -0500 From: Mike Mascia To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Please contact for more information. > > > >Equator Initiative: The Innovative Partnership Awards for Sustainable > > > >Development in Tropical Ecosystems > > > >The Equator Initiative Awards will recognize five community initiatives that > >exemplify extraordinary achievement in reducing poverty through the > >conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity in the Equatorial belt*. > >Each of the five selected initiatives will receive a monetary award of > >US$30,000, a certificate of recognition, a trophy, and be represented at the > >World Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa from 26 August to 4 September > >2002. A special recognition prize will be awarded to a World Heritage site > >for the successful integration of conservation and local livelihoods. > > > >The official call for nominations for the first Equator Initiative Awards > >was made on January 30, 2002, at the Equator Initiative Launch Event at the > >Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City. > > > >We need your help to reach the indigenous and local communities across the > >Equatorial belt that the Equator Initiative aims to recognize and support. > >Please nominate an innovative community initiative for the Equator > >Initiative Awards and/or share this information with other individuals, > >communities and organizations, who may be aware of such initiatives to >nominate. > > > >The Equator Initiative has been designed to support the World Summit on > >Sustainable Development and the Convention on Biological Diversity. The > >initiative seeks to promote a worldwide movement to reduce poverty along > >with the conservation, sustainable use and equitable sharing of benefits > >from biodiversity. This aim will be accomplished through a three-part > >programme consisting of a prestigious award to recognize local achievements, > >learning exchange grants to foster South-South capacity building, and the > >generation and sharing of knowledge to influence policy. > > > >Please nominate an innovative community initiative for the Equator > >Initiative Awards. Nominations will be accepted until May 15, 2002. > > > >The Equator Initiative will continue beyond the World Summit by drawing upon > >the lessons and approaches identified through the awards process. > > > >The lessons distilled will be disseminated through a series of policy > >papers, case studies and capacity-building exchanges. The capacity building > >exchanges will be in the form of on site community visits to award >recipients. > > > >The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is pleased to offer the > >Equator Initiative, a new partnership programme with the Government of > >Canada, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), the Television > >Trust for the Environment (TVE), BrasilConnects and the United Nations > >Foundation (UNF). > > > >Information on eligibility and selection criteria as well as nomination > >forms may be obtained through: > > > >Equator Initiative > > > >Environmentally Sustainable Development Group (ESDG) > > > >Bureau for Development Policy (BDP) > > > >United Nations Development Programme > > > >One UN Plaza, New York, NY 10017, USA > > > >Tel: (212) 906-6206 > > > >Fax: (212) 906-6973 > > > >E-mail: EquatorInitiative@undp.org > > > >www.EquatorInitiative.org > > > > > > > >* The Equatorial belt encompasses the region of the earth that is 23.5° > >north and south of the Equator. Approximately 116 countries are fully or > >partially located within this region. > > > > > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: HEADS-UP: coral-list move Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2002 11:39:10 -0500 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Listers, We will soon be moving coral-list from the venerable old SGI Indy, where it has been since its beginning, to a new server. Hopefully our downtime will be short, but if you experience difficulties, or are not receiving messages as often as you used to, this is probably why. Please feel free to drop me a line if you have any questions (but hopefully not all 1,823 of you at once!). Thank you so much for your patience. Cheers, Jim Hendee coral-list admin ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Just because your voice reaches halfway around the world doesn't mean you are wiser than when it reached only to the end of the bar. -- Edward R. Murrow -- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Deadline for short course linking biology and hydrodynamics Date: Sun, 03 Mar 2002 08:50:53 +1000 From: Terry Done To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Training Workshop - Linking Biology and Hydrodynamics Using hydrodynamic models and biological sub-models as tools for diagnosis and planning Sunday 14th July to Friday 19th July 2002 Sirius Room, Australian Institute of Marine Science and James Cook University, Townsville, Queensland. One tutor provided for each five participants Learn to access the tools via the internet on an ongoing basis Registration: US$1250, Aus$2,500 Limit: 25 participants Deadline: 15 March 2002 For further details please see www.reef.crc.org.au/winterschool, or contact Jon Brodie at Jon.Brodie@jcu.edu.au Dr Terry Done Leading Scientist, Biodiversity and Conservation Group Australian Institute of Marine Science PMB #3 Mail Centre, Townsville Qld 4810 Australia Phone 61 7 47 534 344 Fax 61 7 47 725 852 email: tdone@aims.gov.au WEBSITE for 9th International Coral Reef Symposium www.nova.edu/ocean/9icrs Subject: Looking for Dr. Stan Massel Date: Tue, 5 Mar 2002 11:25:03 +1300 From: Oliver Gussmann To: Coral List Messages Dear Listers, Does anyone have an email contact for Dr. Stan Massel (still at AIMS?). Cheers, Oliver ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: moorings? Date: Mon, 4 Mar 2002 14:37:40 -0800 (PST) From: Silvia Pinca To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello everyone, does anyone out there know about fundings/grants to install moorings on coral reefs for protection purposes? (Associated or not to existing MPAs and/or ecotouristic facilities...) Thank you very much in advance. Silvia ===== Silvia Pinca, Marine Science Program College of the Marshall Islands P.O. Box 1258 Majuro, MH 96960 ph. 692-625-5903 __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Sports - sign up for Fantasy Baseball http://sports.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Reef Check's Latest Newsletter Date: Tue, 5 Mar 2002 14:27:05 -0500 (EST) From: Kelly McGee To: Coral List Messages Dear Coral List, Please visit http://www.reefcheck.org/newsletter3.htm for the Winter Edition of The Transect Line, Reef Check's quarterly newsletter! Enjoy! Kelly McGee Editor ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Kelly McGee Outreach Coordinator Reef Check Headquarters Institute of the Environment 1362 Hershey Hall, Box 951496 University of California at Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 USA 1-310-794-4985 (phone) 1-310-825-0758 (fax) rcheck2@ucla.edu www.reefcheck.org Starfish are falling stars who have landed in the sea ______________________________________________________________________ Find, Connect, Date! http://personals.yahoo.ca ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Video taping coral reefs for species identification... Date: Tue, 05 Mar 2002 16:05:57 -0500 From: "Craig Bonn" Organization: NOAA Beaufort Lab To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Dear Listers: Any and all ideas, publications, etc concerning video taping of corals to identify to the species level would be greatly appreciated. We will be using a sony 900 housed in an amphibico navigator housing, shooting approximately 40 cm above the seafloor. Some of the reefs are very rugose, and we need to maintain that exact height all along the transect (30m). Lasers, t-bars, and so forth I know about, actual designs is what Im looking for to incorporate into our equipment. Suggestions for lighting systems will also be greatly appreciated Thanks so much --------------------------------------------------------------------- Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab 101 Pivers Island Road Cellular: 252-725-4794 Beaufort Fax: 252-728-8740 North Carolina Work: 252-728-8777 28512 Additional Information: Last Name Bonn First Name Craig Version 2.1 Subject: P. versipora, C. gaboensis Date: Wed, 06 Mar 2002 07:47:21 +0100 From: "chiara caligara" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Listers, I'm looking for photos of these two species of corals: the soft coral Capnella gaboensis and the stony coral Plesiastrea versipora. I hope you will be able to give me some suggestions. Thank you, Chiara _________________________________________________________________ Téléchargez MSN Explorer gratuitement à l'adresse http://explorer.msn.fr/intl.asp. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Call for proposals re: coral reef conservation (due date April 3) Resent-From: noaa.coral@noaa.gov Date: Wed, 06 Mar 2002 06:56:11 -0500 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration To: CORAL Announce , Coral Reefs Egroup , CMPAN , corallist , _NOAA Coral * Please distribute - proposals due by April 3, 2002 * Call for Proposals: Funding available for coral reef conservation projects. (For application see http://www.nfwf.org/programs/coralreef.htm) In partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and others, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is accepting proposals for projects that build public-private partnerships to reduce and prevent degradation of coral reefs and associated reef habitats (e.g. seagrass beds, mangroves etc.). Projects may address causes of coral reef degradation wherever they occur, from inland areas to coastal watersheds to the reefs and surrounding marine environment. Proposals are due April 3, 2002 (no exceptions). Additional information is provided below. For application instructions or other information see http://www.nfwf.org/programs/coralreef.htm or contact Michelle Pico (pico@nfwf.org). _____________________________________________ FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR CORAL REEF CONSERVATION PROJECTS The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is accepting proposals for projects that build public-private partnerships to reduce and prevent degradation of coral reefs and associated reef habitats (e.g. seagrass beds, mangroves etc.). Projects may address causes of coral reef degradation wherever they occur, from inland areas to coastal watersheds to the reefs and surrounding marine environment. Proposals should support partnerships that provide solutions to specific problems to help prevent coral reef degradation through one or more of the following activities: Reducing impacts from pollution and sedimentation; Reducing impacts from over-harvesting and other fishing activities; Reducing impacts of tourism and boating; Restoring damaged reefs; Increasing community awareness through education and stewardship activities. Proposals are due April 3, 2002 (no exceptions). Background Coral reefs and their associated habitats are among the most biologically diverse and complex ecosystems in the world. This incredible diversity supports economies through activities such as tourism, fishing, and pharmaceutical production. Despite their importance, coral reefs are rapidly being degraded and destroyed by a variety of human impacts such as pollution, overfishing, and physical disturbance to the reefs. Priority projects will include those that: 1.Build public-private partnerships, develop innovative partnerships, are community-based, involve multiple stakeholders; 2.Provide solutions to specific problems to reduce and prevent degradation of coral reefs in the above listed areas; 3.Are coordinated and consistent with on-going coral reef conservation initiatives such as International Coral Reef Initiative's Framework for Action and Renewed Call to Action , the U.S. National Action Plan (U.S. Coral Reef Task Force, State and Territorial coral reef management programs, and U.S. All Islands Coral Reef Initiative, as appropriate; 4.Are focused on U.S. domestic, U.S. insular (territorial, commonwealth), Freely Associated States (Micronesia, Marshall Islands and Palau), Caribbean or Mesoamerican coral reef ecosystems; 5.Address an unmet need that will provide direct benefits to coral reefs; 6.Target a specific audience and address specific threats with a hands-on approach. Awards and Matching Funds Most grants will be between $10,000 and $50,000. The average grant will be approximately $25,000. Proposals should describe projects or progress that can be achieved in a 12 month time period but may be part of a long-term effort. All projects should include matching funding from project partners at a minimum ratio of 1:1 - although leverage ratios of 2:1 are preferred. As most of the grant dollars available for coral conservation will be federal (U.S. Department of Commerce=s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), matching contributions must be from non-federal sources. Eligible Applicants Applications will be accepted from U.S. or international non-profit organizations, academic institutions and government agencies (except U.S. federal agencies). U.S. federal agencies are encouraged to work collaboratively with non-federal project partners. To Apply: Submit application, see below. Electronic versions of the application form for coral reef conservation are available below. Applicants will be notified after August 5th as to the status of their proposal. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation does not anticipate another call for coral reef conservation proposals before January of 2003. If you have any questions about the program, please contact Michelle Pico (pico@nfwf.org). Roger Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/OCRM 1305 East West Highway Pager: 888-995-4334 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4012 MD Work: 301-713-3155x104 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: FW: Mauritius: Paradise Lost? Date: Wed, 6 Mar 2002 17:57:41 +0400 From: "Tania van Schalkwyk" To: Contactez tvs@uskonet.com pour la version francaise de cette petition. « You gather the idea that Mauritius was made first and then heaven. And that heaven was copied after Mauritius. » -Mark Twain, 'Following the Equator', 1897. Mauritius: Paradise Lost? Petition to Save L'ile aux Benitiers. Mauritius, once a tropical rainforest paradise, is fast sinking like Atlantis, under the weight of its concrete jungle. The latest assault on our country comes in the form of plans to develop L'ile aux Benitiers on the southwest coast of Mauritius. The proposed project by Food & Allied Industries Limited (FAIL) would have devastating repercussions on the environmental & sociocultural ecosystems of our island. After having received, as gifts from the state, the most beautiful beaches of the Mauritian coast, leaving a bare minimum of public beaches to the Mauritian public, the 'developers' now want to appropriate themselves of our islets. Even while environmental reports conducted on behalf of the Mauritian government categorically insist on the conservation of islets, and to "restore biodiversity of islets" ( National Environmental Action Plan, 1998 , p.175 "Coastal Zone Management Programme")- Even while the government engages itself to adhere to and apply international conventions on the protection of terrestrial & marine biodiversity- This same government, on the other hand; seems to continue to try and dispose of these islets like sale items at a fleamarket; when their rich biodiversity has not even been properly studied or taken into consideration. L'ile aux Benitiers is unique. It is totally absurd to transform this islet's natural environment into a hotel/residential/camping/etc. project. Such an idea is even counter-productive to the economic welfare of the region: including the fishing & tourist industries. It is blatantly obvious that there will be serious, negative repercussions to the site's fragile ecosystem of marine & terrestrial life, to which l'ile aux Benitiers is crucial . Two examples of the many disastruous & irreversible damages that will be incurred due to an infrastructural development of the islet, are : - The increase in boat traffic & access necessitates sand extraction which leads to a long-lasting degradation of the quality of water and marine life. - Development of and construction on the terrestrial environment necessitates deforestation which leads to soil erosion. And what of the negative sociocultural impacts such development will have on the quiet & peaceful villages of the region( notably La Gaulette) ; an integral part of our Mauritian culture ? - Noise & Light pollution. - An increase in prostitution and delinquency. - Savage development. - The loss of village traditions. Will La Gaulette, Mauritius have to suffer the same fate as Grand Bay or Flic en Flac? Costa del Sol (Spain) or Durban beachfront (South Africa)? NO! WE WILL NOT ACCEPT THE DISFIGUREMENT OF L'ILE AUX BENITIERS. - We therefore categorically oppose ANY DEVELOPMENT, including hotel/residential/golf course/restaurant/recreational/commercial projects, occurring on L'ile aux Benitiers An islet so important to us all: - La Gaulette villagers, Mauritian citizens, foreign tourists, the plant, animal and sea life of Mauritius, the tropical ecosystem of the Indian Ocean and therefore the planet and all its inhabitants. We launch an international appeal for the protection, conservation and restoration of the terrestrial and marine biodiversity of L'ile aux Benitiers. We urge the Mauritian government to review its position and procedures towards the classification of our country's islets. We request L'ile aux Benitiers to be reclassified as a nature reserve. We urgently request the relevant authorities to implement an environmental education & information programme in the region, so that all persons using our islets, beaches and lagoon can do so in a well-informed manner, therefore ensuring responsability towards the social and environmental protection of our coastal heritage. For the Future of Our Children. For the Future of Our Planet. March 2002 Only after the Last Tree has been cut down,Only after the Last River has been poisoned, Only after the Last Fish has been Caught, Only then will you find that Money Cannot be Eaten. -Cree Indian Prophecy **************************************************************************** ************************************************************** Please follow these instructions in order to sign the petition: * Forward this mail to as many people as possible. * Click on the forward icon of your toolbar. * Add the addresses of your contacts in your mail's 'send to' bar. * Scroll down the forwarded message & add your number, name, email (optional) & country to the list (at the very bottom of the mail). * If you are number 30 or higher on the list: - please forward the email & list of names to the following address: tvs@uskonet.com - - and start a new email & list with your name at the top (number 1), then forwarding this new mail to your contacts. Thank you! Collectif pour la Préservation de l'Île aux Bénitiers : Komite des Forc Vivs de La Gaulette, Ecosud, Solidarite Anti-Pollution de l'Ouest, et al. Email : tvs@uskonet.com For more information & other ways to help . (1) Tania van Schalkwyk tvs@uskonet.com , Mauritius. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral injury sites Date: Wed, 06 Mar 2002 16:21:52 -0500 From: "Gregory Piniak" To: Coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral-listers, We are in the process of adapting a spatially-explicit seagrass recovery model for use in describing and predicting the recovery of damaged coral reefs. We have three main objectives: to establish initial conditions for the model under different injury and reef type scenarios; to select appropriate species to model, based on species composition and recruitment processes; and to begin calibrating the model's recovery response. We will primarily be working with NOAA Sanctuary biologists to base the model on vessel grounding sites in the Florida Keys. However, we are also looking for other sites in Florida or the Caribbean that might provide an opportunity to survey disturbed reefs of known injury age. While the model was initially developed for boat groundings, we are also interested in considering other injuries or pertubations such as hurricanes, bleaching, and oil spills. If any listers can suggest appropriate damaged reefs, please email the reef location, type and date of disturbance, and general site description to Gregory.Piniak@noaa.gov. Thank you for your time and your input. Sincerely, Greg Piniak ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Thu, 07 Mar 2002 05:43:24 +0800 From: pacaqts Organization: Pacific Aqua-Tech Systems Sdn. Bhd. To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral - List Members, Though MPAs have a great many benefits with regards to observations , statements in a stack of MPA pubs, etc. - where may I quickly find direct research and studies references that "do the numbers?" The politicians and Gov. economic advisers simply say to us 'Yeah, well good & fine - talk is talk - but show us the figures - where you can prove to us that fisheries stocks are indeed enhanced by MPAs?" I need case examples with those numbers and not just words, observations, and perhaps institutional / academic 'whitewashing'. An example of numbers would be a historical record of past catch landings vs those after the MPA establishment - with direct, verifiable correlation to the MPA of course. Anyone comment on Apo? Any assistance would be well appreciated here. Many thanks, Don Baker Lankayan-Billean-Tegaipil MPA Sabah, Malaysia Subject: Reefs@Risk Southeast Asia Analysis Announcement Date: Wed, 06 Mar 2002 19:39:48 -0800 From: Anita Daley To: CC: , Greetings Coral-listers- On behalf of the World Resources Institute and the International Coral Reef Action Network, I am pleased to inform you of the newly released Reefs@Risk in Southeast Asia report. The R@R SE Asia report is a publication of the World Resources Institute in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme- World Conservation and Monitoring Centre, the World Fish Center and the International Coral Reef Action Network. Following up the the 1998 global Reefs@Risk analysis, this R@R Southeast Asia is the first in a series of regional analyses. (The next report will focus on the Caribbean). R@R SE Asia evaluates human pressures on coral reefs in the region; integrates available information on coral reef status, protection and management, and economic valuation of coral reefs; and provides a country-by-country analysis of coral reefs across SE Asia. The analysis also includes key recommendations for conserving the reefs in the region. The report can be ordered or downloaded from WRI's website. For more information please visit http://www.wri.org/wri/reefsatrisk/ I've pasted below some key findings from the report for your perusal. Please send inquiries about the report to . Thanks, Anita Daley, International Coral Reef Information Network ****************************************************************** Key findings of reefs at risk in Southeast Asia Source: Reefs at risk in Southeast Asia Biological endowment Southeast Asia contains nearly 100,000 square kilometers of coral reefs, almost 34 percent of the world total. With over 600 of the almost 800 reef-building coral species, these reefs have the highest levels of marine biodiversity on earth. Southeast Asia is also the global center of biodiversity for coral reef fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. The region also contains 51 of the world's 70 mangrove species and 23 of the 50 seagrass species. Economic value The economic value associated with coral reefs in Southeast Asia is substantial. The value of the region's sustainable coral reef fisheries alone is US$2.4 billion per year. In addition, coral reefs are vital to food security, employment, tourism, pharmaceutical research, and shoreline protection. The coral reefs of Indonesia and the Philippines provide annual economic benefits estimated at US$1.6 billion and US$1.1 billion per year, respectively. Threats to reefs The heavy reliance on marine resources across Southeast Asia has resulted in the overexploitation and degradation of many coral reefs, particularly those near major population centers. The main threats include overfishing, destructive fishing practices, and sedimentation and pollution from land-based sources. Human activities now threaten an estimated 88 percent of Southeast Asia's coral reefs, jeopardizing their biological and economic value to society. For 50 percent of these reefs, the level of threat is "high" or "very high." Only 12 percent of reefs are at low risk. The Reefs at Risk project estimates that about 64 percent of the region's reefs are threatened by overfishing, and 56 percent are threatened by destructive fishing techniques. In addition, dredging, landfilling, mining of sand and coral, coastal construction, discharge of sewage and other activities associated with coastal development threaten about 25 percent of the region's coral reefs. Sediment and pollution from deforestation and agricultural activities threaten an estimated 20 percent of the region's reefs. Over 90 percent of the coral reefs in Cambodia, Singapore, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam, China, and the Spratly Islands are threatened, and over 85 percent of the reefs of Malaysia and Indonesia are threatened. Indonesia and the Philippines together possess 77 percent of the region's coral reefs and nearly 80 percent of all threatened reefs in the region. Logging, destructive fishing practices, overfishing, and other activities that are damaging to coral reefs may be lucrative to individuals in the short-term. However, the net economic losses to society from diminished coastal protection, tourism and sustainable fisheries usually outweigh the short-term benefits. Over a 20-year period, current levels of blast fishing, overfishing, and sedimentation could cost Indonesia and the Philippines more than US$ 2.6 billion and US$ 2.5 billion, respectively. Global climate change is also a significant threat to coral reefs in Southeast Asia. Elevated sea-surface temperatures have resulted in more severe and more frequent coral bleaching. The 1997-98 El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) event triggered the largest worldwide coral bleaching event ever recorded. In Southeast Asia, an estimated 18 percent of the region's coral reefs were damaged or destroyed. Management Effective management is key to maintaining coastal resources, but, is inadequate across much of the region. Some 646 marine protected areas (MPAs) cover an estimated 8 percent of the coral reefs. Of the 332 MPAs whose management effectiveness could be determined, only 14 percent were rated as effectively managed, 48 percent have partially effective management, and 38 percent have inadequate management. The lack of information Despite widespread recognition that coral reefs are severely threatened, information about the status and nature of the threats to specific reef areas is limited. This lack of information inhibits effective decisionmaking concerning coastal resources. The Reefs at Risk project was developed to address this deficiency by creating standardized indicators that raise awareness about threats to coral reefs and to highlight the linkages between human activity and coral reef condition. ___________________________________________________________ Anita Daley International Coral Reef Information Network Manager The Coral Reef Alliance 2014 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 848-0110 ext. 313 (510) 848-3720 fax http://www.coral.org "Working together to keep coral reefs alive." ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Hurricanes Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 13:31:17 +0000 (GMT Standard Time) From: Toby Gardner To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear All, I am undertaking a meta-anlaysis of the effects of hurricanes on the coral reefs of the wider Caribbean basin, for my MSc research degree. My primary research aim is "To quantitatively synthesise studies reporting the effect of tropical storms and hurricanes on the coral reefs of the Caribbean basin in order to evaluate the variability in observed effects between different species groups, and between different background environmental characteristics" The value of this study will hopefully come from (1) elucidating the variability in effect size amongst major functional groups, (2) explaining the variation in effect size with respect to confounding human-induced stresses such as overfishing, sedimentation etc, (3) examine whether effect sizes characteristic of different reef attributes are cumulative over time. A great number of you have already offered invaluable assistance in this research, for which I cannot thank you enough. If anyone whom I have not yet contacted directly feels they can help with any of; scientific comment and advice, data sources and possibilities of collaboration, or knowledge of other research groups or individuals whom I should contact I would be very appreciative indeed. I can provide a detailed research proposal (12 pages - that has been approved for funding), to anyone who feels they may be able to help but would require more information. I will be in the Caribbean from early April until Ealry June (Miami, Puerto Rico, USVI, Jamaica) Many thanks for your time in reading this Toby Toby Gardner Centre for Ecology, Evolution and Conservation School of Biological Sciences University East Anglia Norwich NR4 7TJ Tel: 01603 610340 Email: t.gardner@uea.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Would clonal coral lines help your research? Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 09:20:01 -0500 (Eastern Standard Time) From: Erich Mueller To: Coral List Dear All, We have been culturing a variety of Caribbean scleractinians and some gorgonians for use in our physiological and reef restoration research for some years. I have been approached on numerous occasions about providing corals to other researchers but have not had the capacity to do so. There are also factors relating to legal restrictions on these species. Recently, there has been an increasing interest in using genetically- defined (with respect to the host) coral lines. With a background in biomedical sciences, I have long felt that the lack of such model coral systems has been a major impediment to our understanding of basic physiology and how environmental factors, including disease, affect coral health. I am preparing proposals to increase our culture capacity in order to provide several genotypes of several coral species to the research community. If clonal coral lines (Atlantic species only) would be of value to your work, I would very much appreciate a brief letter of interest and support. If you have a few extra minutes (I'm not sure that anyone does, but..), any information about how coral lines would help your research and suggestions for species would be appreciated. One possible funding source is NSF so if your work has been, or is, supported by NSF, mention of that would also help. Please send letters to the address below and I thank you for considering this request. E. Mueller <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Erich Mueller, Ph.D., Director Phone: (305) 745-2729 Mote Marine Laboratory FAX: (305) 745-2730 Center for Tropical Research Email: emueller@mote.org 24244 Overseas Highway (US 1) Summerland Key, FL 33042 Center Website-> http://www.mote.org/~emueller/CTRHome.phtml Mote Marine Laboratory Website-> http://www.mote.org Remarks are personal opinion and do not reflect institutional policy unless so indicated. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 14:57:56 -0500 From: "John McManus" To: "pacaqts" , There are several papers now that show increases in stock and catch when an MPA has been established. The effect is most clear when the reserve is in the midst of very heavily overfished areas -- any protection then usually results in dramatic benefits. One or two studies that showed little or no positive impacts have been from areas such as the GBR where fishing pressure is not nearly as high. See papers by Angel Alcala, Gary Russ and Robert Pomeroy (Masinloc) for starters. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4910 www.ncoremiami.org Subject: FW: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 11:06:06 -1000 From: "Samantha . Whitcraft" To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov FYI...original reply sent directly to Don Baker's inquiry... -----Original Message----- From: Samantha . Whitcraft Sent: Wednesday, March 06, 2002 12:56 PM To: 'pacaqts' Subject: RE: MPA Benefits - In Numbers See Roberts, Callum M. et al. "Effects of Marine Reserves on Adjacent Fisheries" in Science Volume 294 November 2001 An excellent article that "confirms theoretical predictions that marine reserves can play a key role in supporting fisheries." Science p. 1920 Hope that helps. Aloha, Sam Ocean Program Manager Kaho'olawe Island Reserve Wailuku HI 96793 ph. 808-243-5889 fx. 808-243-5885 pg. 297-1917 www.state.hi.us/kirc ____________________________________________ E lawe i ke a'o a malama, a e 'oi mau ka na'auao. (He who takes his teachings and applies them increases his knowledge.) Subject: Sea urchin mortality at the Johnson Atoll Date: Thu, 07 Mar 2002 16:14:05 -0500 From: "Harilaos Lessios" To: Lindsey Hays, the refuge manager at the Johnson Atoll, reports widespread mortality of Echinothrix (and maybe Diadema as well) all around the Atoll. It seems that most of the sea urchins got sick and died rapidly. He is making efforts to collect samples, so that the pathogens and the hosts can be identified. This may turn out to be a localized phenomenon, but this is what we initially thought about the Diadema mortality in the Caribbean as well. Just in case it spreads, it would be very useful for people in other areas in the Pacific (particularly Hawaii and the Marshall Islands) to be ready for it. Surveys to determine population density of Echinothrix and Diadema done now in unaffected areas can provide data that will become extremely valuable. It would also be a good idea to know ahead of time what to do if the mortality should appear elsewhere. It is all common sense, but when things are happening in a hurry, it is good to have a list. If you notice sick or dying sea urchins anywhere in the central Pacific: 1.Note the date of the observation, and also note the date that populations were last seen to be healthy. 2. Collect specimens. Some should be kept in 95% ethanol, some in 5% formaldehyde, some frozen and (if possible) some should be cooled down on ice for fast shipment to a microbiologist. 3. If there are still healthy-looking animals around, collect some of these too, so that their bacterial fauna can be compared with that of the sick ones. 4. If you have the time and the inclination, mark areas where the mortality is occurring and areas where it does not seam to have reached yet. Then monitor these areas by counting numbers of healthy, sick and dead animals. 5. Keep looking, even after the time that it seems that all the Echinothrix is dead. You may notice new ones emerging after a while (it happened with Diadema antillarum). 6. Don't expect the tests to stay around for very long. They break down to unrecognizable ossicles in a matter of days (parrot fish may help). I hope that none of this will be necessary, because whatever is killing the sea urchins at the Johnson Atoll will remain there. Lindsay Hayes did a great job of contacting people as soon as he realized that something was amiss. I wanted to spread the world around more widely in case things get worse. Haris Lessios **************************** H.A. Lessios Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Balboa, Panama Telephone: +507/212-8708 Fax: +507/212-8790 or 212-8791 >From the US (domestic call): 202/786-2099 x 8708 Mail address: >From the USA: Unit 0948 APO AA 34002-0948 >From elsewhere: Box 2072 Balboa, Panama ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 16:30:57 -0500 From: Sale Peter To: John McManus CC: pacaqts , Be careful. There are lots of papers that show an increase in stock within the reserve, and many that claim an increase in fishery yield. But I do not believe there are any papers that demonstrate convincingly that an MPA has enhanced yield in the non-protected, fished area around it to an extent that exceeds the potential loss to the fishery by creating the reserve, and removing that (reserve) area from the former fishing grounds. Reserves PROBABLY enhance fisheries, but the data are not yet in. Garry Russ may be able to amplify this (or correct it). Peter Sale ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Thu, 07 Mar 2002 16:32:41 -0500 From: "Craig Bonn" Organization: NOAA Beaufort Lab To: jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu CC: pacaqts , coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov There is an area near Cape Canaveral, Florida that has been closed to fishing for years though is not officially what you would call an MPA, simply access has been denied due to proximity to the cape or something. Anyway, along that boundary world- record trophy fish are being caught for several species and I believe that has been attributed to the closure of the area and to spillover. I cant recall the author's name of the paper but perhaps someone else can. As far as historical catch records from the same area, I dont know if they are available or not. Im sure someone can help you out on this. Craig John McManus wrote: > There are several papers now that show increases in stock and catch when > an MPA has been established. The effect is most clear when the reserve is > in the midst of very heavily overfished areas -- any protection then > usually results in dramatic benefits. One or two studies that showed > little or no positive impacts have been from areas such as the GBR where > fishing pressure is not nearly as high. See papers by Angel Alcala, Gary > Russ and Robert Pomeroy (Masinloc) for starters.Cheers! > > John > > _________________________________________________________ > > John W. McManus, PhD > Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) > Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) > University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway > Miami, Florida 33149. > jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu > Tel. (305) 361-4814 > Fax (305) 361-4910 > www.ncoremiami.org > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of > pacaqts > Sent: Wednesday, March 06, 2002 4:43 PM > To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > Subject: MPA Benefits - In Numbers > > Dear Coral - List Members, Though MPAs have a great many > benefits with regards to observations , statements in a stack of > MPA pubs, etc. - where may I quickly find direct research and > studies references that "do the numbers?" The politicians and > Gov. economic advisers simply say to us 'Yeah, well good & fine > - talk is talk - but show us the figures - where you can prove > to us that fisheries stocks are indeed enhanced by MPAs?" I need > case examples with those numbers and not just words, > observations, and perhaps institutional / academic > 'whitewashing'. An example of numbers would be a historical > record of past catch landings vs those after the MPA > establishment - with direct, verifiable correlation to the MPA > of course. Anyone comment on Apo? Any assistance would be well > appreciated here. Many thanks,Don BakerLankayan-Billean-Tegaipil > MPASabah, Malaysia > Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) NOAA/NOS Beaufort Lab 101 Pivers Island Road Cellular: 252-725-4794 Beaufort Fax: 252-728-8740 North Carolina Work: 252-728-8777 28512 Additional Information: Last Name Bonn First Name Craig Version 2.1 Subject: Re: FW: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 22:40:19 +0000 (GMT) From: Zsolt Sary To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov I too was under the impression that little direct evidence exists to show that fishers can recover in increased catches what they give up in reduced fishing gounds. So I would be interested to see what evidence Callum presents to confirm those theoretical predictions. Is the article available in PDF format somewhere? Thanks, Zsolt Sary ARC Environmental Ltd. Kamloops, BC Canada --- "Samantha . Whitcraft" wrote: > FYI...original reply sent directly to Don Baker's > inquiry... > > -----Original Message----- > From: Samantha . Whitcraft > Sent: Wednesday, March 06, 2002 12:56 PM > To: 'pacaqts' > Subject: RE: MPA Benefits - In Numbers > > > See Roberts, Callum M. et al. "Effects of Marine > Reserves on Adjacent > Fisheries" in Science Volume 294 November 2001 > > An excellent article that "confirms theoretical > predictions that marine > reserves can play a key role in supporting > fisheries." Science p. 1920 > > Hope that helps. > > Aloha, > Sam > > Ocean Program Manager > Kaho'olawe Island Reserve > Wailuku HI 96793 > ph. 808-243-5889 > fx. 808-243-5885 > pg. 297-1917 > www.state.hi.us/kirc > ____________________________________________ > E lawe i ke a'o a malama, a e 'oi mau ka na'auao. > (He who takes his > teachings and applies them increases his knowledge.) > > > -----Original Message----- > From: pacaqts [mailto:pacaqts@tm.net.my] > Sent: Wednesday, March 06, 2002 11:43 AM > To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > Subject: MPA Benefits - In Numbers > > > Dear Coral - List Members, > > Though MPAs have a great many benefits with regards > to observations , > statements in a stack of MPA pubs, etc. - where may > I quickly find direct > research and studies references that "do the > numbers?" The politicians and > Gov. economic advisers simply say to us 'Yeah, well > good & fine - talk is > talk - but show us the figures - where you can prove > to us that fisheries > stocks are indeed enhanced by MPAs?" > > I need case examples with those numbers and not just > words, observations, > and perhaps institutional / academic 'whitewashing'. > An example of numbers > would be a historical record of past catch landings > vs those after the MPA > establishment - with direct, verifiable correlation > to the MPA of course. > Anyone comment on Apo? > > Any assistance would be well appreciated here. > > Many thanks, > Don Baker > Lankayan-Billean-Tegaipil MPA > Sabah, Malaysia > > __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Everything you'll ever need on one web page from News and Sport to Email and Music Charts http://uk.my.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 18:25:28 -0500 From: "John McManus" To: , "Sale Peter" CC: "pacaqts" The series of Alcala and Russ papers on Sumilon Island did not start before the reserve was in place. However, the studies went through a period in which fishing was permitted and then banned again. They showed that the reserve had substantially more fish (like double?) as a reserve than when it was not. They also showed that the loss of 20% of the fishing ground to non-fishing status was more than made up for by the increased fishing catch. The full story is across a string of papers in the ecological and fisheries literature, plus a summary in Naga. There are also good success stories being written up about the Apo reef reserve. Bob Pomeroy, in a talk before the USCRTF last December, reported that coral cover had doubled and fish abundances had increased ten-fold over a ten year period following the establishment of the reserve in Masinloc, Philippines. That is entirely believable, given that our studies in Bolinao just up the coast showed that overall fish abundances were fished down to between 1/10th and 1/100th of less fished reefs, and the coral cover was severely reduced by blast fishing. Again, I stress that the worse the overall situation before the reserve, the more likely a little protection is going to show remarkable results. Note that we are also talking about reefs that did not phase shift entirely to algal dominance, which would have reduced the positive effects of the reserves substantially. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4910 www.ncoremiami.org -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Sale Peter Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 4:31 PM To: John McManus Cc: pacaqts; coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Subject: RE: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Be careful. There are lots of papers that show an increase in stock within the reserve, and many that claim an increase in fishery yield. But I do not believe there are any papers that demonstrate convincingly that an MPA has enhanced yield in the non-protected, fished area around it to an extent that exceeds the potential loss to the fishery by creating the reserve, and removing that (reserve) area from the former fishing grounds. Reserves PROBABLY enhance fisheries, but the data are not yet in. Garry Russ may be able to amplify this (or correct it). Peter Sale ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 09:53:02 +1000 From: "Mark Tupper" To: Don, By MPAs "enhancing fisheries stocks", I presume you mean increasing catches to the point that the loss of fishing grounds is mitigated for, which is the true test of whether or not an MPA actually enhances fisheries. There are very few studies that have directly tested the role of MPAs in enhancing fishery yields, but here are some useful references: McClanahan TR, Kaunda-Arara B 1996. Fishery recovery in a coral-reef park and its effect on the adjacent fishery. McClanahan TR, Mangi S. 2000. Spillover of fishes from a marine park and its effect on the adjacent fishery. Both studies found evidence of spillover and increased CPUE/catch per unit area from marine parks in Kenya, but concluded that "the catch per area increase was insufficient to compensate for the lost area over this early period of the park's establishment." Roberts CM, Bohnsack JA, Gell F, Hawkins JP, Goodridge R. 2001. Effects of marine reserves on adjacent fisheries. Science 294: 1920. (also see responses to this article published in the Feb 15th issue of Science, vol 295, page 1733.) Roberts et al found fishery-wide increases in catch per unit effort three to five years after reserve implementation (CPUE dropped in the first two years as fishing effort was concentrated into a smaller area). Outside of the coral reef realm, there is strong evidence that the temporary closure of the groundfish fishery on Georges Bank (NW Atlantic) greatly increased spawning biomass of sea scallops. Go to www.seascallop.com and click on "Closed Area Fishery". Given that there are probably a couple of thousand MPAs in existence at this point, there is precious little evidence to suggest that they can provide the level of fisheries benefits claimed by many scientists. However, the fact that most MPAs have failed to meet their management objectives is most likely due to problems in their management (lack of institutional or community capacity, poor enforcement, insufficient funding, lack of technical expertise, etc.), as opposed to MPAs "not working" in a purely ecological sense. Furthermore, even if they were managed effectively, many MPAs are probably too new to show significant fisheries benefits. You might want to read the following: Alder J. 1996. Have tropical marine protected areas worked? An initial analysis of their success. Coastal Management 24: 97-114. McClanahan TR. 1999. Is there a future for coral reef parks in poor tropical countries? Coral Reefs 18: 321-325. In summary, there is very little direct evidence that "fisheries stocks are enhanced by MPAs". This is for a number of reasons, including the following: 1. Studies directly testing the effects of MPAs on fisheries yields have rarely been conducted or are not yet published. 2. Most MPAs are not sufficiently well-managed (i.e. they are "paper parks" lacking enforcement, funding etc.) or are not old enough to meet their fisheries objectives. Cheers and good luck with politicians etc., Dr. Mark Tupper, Assistant Professor University of Guam Marine Laboratory UOG Station, Mangilao Guam 96923, USA Tel. 671-735-2185; Fax 671-734-6767 Coordinator, Marine Protected Areas Research Group http://www.uog.edu/marinelab/mpa/index.html Subject: MPAs -- Wrong null hypothesis? Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 21:19:41 -0500 From: "John McManus" To: "Coral List" I have long been puzzled by the resistance to MPAs found among some scientists. It seems to me to be intuitively clear that if you fish heavily, stocks will decline, and if you stop fishing, and have not irreversibly altered the habitat, stocks should increase. I have certainly seen no reasonable evidence that this is not the case. I suggest that we have been using the wrong null hypothesis. We have been treating the reserve as if it were a "treatment", when in fact, it is the lack of, or removal of, a treatment (fishing pressure). The null hypothesis should be that a reduction in fishing pressure should lead over time to a return toward (if not to) natural abundances of fish. The alternative hypothesis, and the one that should carry the burden of proof, is that reducing fishing pressure does NOT result in a return toward natural levels of abundance. Where the alternative turns out to be true, one should investigate why it was true. Was it because the habitat had not yet returned to reasonable normalcy? Is the result likely to be because the study period was too short? Or, is it truly because reducing fishing pressure does not generally result in increases in fish abundance. The labeling is mostly important because most scientists are deeply concerned about reducing Type I error (the chance that you say something is true that is not), and pay little heed to Type II error (the chance that you say something is not true when it is). The error should relate to the alternate hypothesis, and the null hypothesis should be accepted in the absence of sufficient evidence that the alternative is true. Thus, the null hypothesis is that which arises most naturally from simple common sense, and the alternative is the challenge to that logic. If we construct tests of high power, lots of sample units, long time frames, etc., then we minimize Type II error, and the designation of hypotheses is not as important. However, the fact is that exceedingly few studies of MPAs have been conducted in such a way as to minimize Type II error. And, because of our arrangement of hypotheses, we have encouraged stakeholders and managers to wait around while we challenge a null hypothesis that heavy fishing is generally completely irreversible and thus reserves are useless. I also propose that we keep separate the question of the increase of fish catch balancing out the loss of fishing grounds. Obviously, this depends greatly on how much fishing ground is being lost, how much the fish populations had been reduced around the reserve, as well as factors such as the mobility of fish in and out of the reserve. This is thus a question of design -- how big, what shape, etc., and not one of "are MPAs effective or not". I know of many tens of small reserves, on the order of 1/4th to 2 sq. km, that have been put in by coastal communities in heavily fished areas, and have not heard of any that resulted in people complaining that the reserve did not increase in fish abundance. Rather, there are many cases of fishers fishing preferentially around the edges of these reserves, indicating that abundances are indeed higher in the reserves. So, "do the reserves gain more fish compared to heavily fished areas nearby of similar habitat type?" -- in all the cases I know of, published or unpublished, the answer is yes. "Did the reserve's output make up for the loss in fishing ground?" -- that would depend entirely on local circumstances. And, evaluating "making up for" should generally include weighing nonfishery benefits into the equation. I suggest that we stop worrying about "are reserves effective?" until strong evidence shows that most of them (with real fishing exclusions) are not. Instead, we should focus on how big, what shape, where, etc. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4910 www.ncoremiami.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Fw: MPAs -- Wrong null hypothesis? Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 14:49:11 +1000 From: "Mark Tupper" To: John McManus wrote: > I suggest that we stop worrying about "are reserves effective?" until > strong evidence shows that most of them (with real fishing exclusions) are not. > Instead, we should focus on how big, what shape, where, etc. I understand and agree with the thrust of John's message. I think there is ample evidence to show that reserves CAN be effective, given sufficient management and funding capacity and adequate design (e.g. reserves large enough to encompass target species home range, etc.). I have no doubt that significant reductions in fishing pressure will help fish populations to rebound. However, asking whether reserves ARE effective is a different question altogether. So far, broad scale assessments of MPAs have indicated that most of them do not meet their management objectives. This is in many (most?) cases not a question of biology or ecology but one of politics and economics. It's fine to say that a reserve needs to be this big or that shape to enhance fisheries, but getting all stakeholders to agree on MPA specifics is often impossible, and hammering MPA plans past objecting resource users will always lead to poor compliance. Before I ramble any further, I'll try to sum this up succinctly. Most MPAs are basically "paper parks" that do not meet their resource management goals. This fact has little to do with the ecological effects of protective management on fish production, but is based mainly on institutional and community capacity to properly manage MPAs. Thus, the proper question is not "are MPAs effective", but "can MPAs be effectively managed for a given community or fishery". I would submit that the answer to that question is likely to be location and/or fishery-dependent. Cheers, Mark Tupper Dr. Mark Tupper, Assistant Professor University of Guam Marine Laboratory UOG Station, Mangilao, Guam 96923, USA Tel. 671-735-2185; Fax 671-734-6767 Coordinator, Marine Protected Areas Research Group http://www.uog.edu/marinelab/mpa/index.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Many Thanks to All / MPA & Numbers Date: Fri, 08 Mar 2002 19:57:10 +0800 From: pacaqts Organization: Pacific Aqua-Tech Systems Sdn. Bhd. To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Lers, Many thanks to the quick replies and references. Fyi. We are finalizing a MPA here in Sabah - NE of Sandakan. But the Sabah State Gov wants the 'numbers.' Yes, typically they are the 'politicians' - based from a 'rice-bowl' syndrome that is difficult to convince on just 'institutional / academic 'heresay [their words].'' And typically business & science often does not mix well. Cheers to all, Don Baker LBT-MPA Sandakan, Sabah Malaysia Subject: RV: article, "Study makes case for marine reserves" 11-30-01 Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 08:02:08 -0500 From: "Marion Howard" To: For Don Baker, Here is a useful Caribbean study. Regards, Marion Howard > >Subject: article, "Study makes case for marine reserves" 11-30-01 > > > >> http://www.msnbc.com/news/665222.asp#BODY >> >> Study makes case for marine reserves >> Fishermen benefit by giving young fish a place to grow >> >> >> ASSOCIATED PRESS >> >> Nov. 30 - Fishermen haul in more and bigger catches when there is a marine >> reserve nearby that provides a safe haven for young fish, a new study >> suggests. In a study appearing in the journal Science, researchers report >> that the catch of fishermen in the Caribbean island of St. Lucia increased >> by 46 to 90 percent within five years after officials closed more than a >> third of the fishing grounds to fishing. >> A FLORIDA refuge, created to provide security for the nation's major >> space launch facility, has led to the development of fishing grounds which >> have produced a series of world records for trophy-sized fish, the study >> found. >> "Having a protected area near fishing grounds allows the fish to >> increase in both size and quantity," said James Bohnsack, a researcher for >> the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and a co-author of the >> study. >> >> REAL-WORLD CASE >> Bohnsack said that the government created an estuarine sanctuary, >> called the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, in 1962 to provide >> security for the nearby Kennedy Space Center, the launch port for the >> nation's manned space program. >> Advertisement >> Within a decade, he said, sport fishermen started noticing they >were >> catching more and bigger black drum, red drum and sea trout. Bohnsack said >> that more world record-sized fish of the three species have now been >caught >> within 62 miles of the reserve than in all the other Florida waters >> combined. >> He said that having a reserve nearby allowed the black drum, which >> can live for more than 70 years, to grow to their full size of more than >100 >> pounds. When there was no such protected area, the fish were more apt to >be >> caught at a younger age, said Bohnsack. >> Bigger fish also means more fish, he said. Large fish tend to lay >> more eggs than smaller ones. This increases the numbers in the next >> generation. >> >> CARIBBEAN EXAMPLE >> In St. Lucia, the study says that local subsistence fishermen >> resisted plans to close 35 percent of the coral reef fishing grounds, but >> the government did so anyway. >> For two years, the total catch was severely reduced, the study >found. >> But within five years, the catch had soared. Now fishermen are proposing >> that the fishing reserve be expanded. >> "Marine reserves are like money in the bank for fishers," a >co-author >> of the study, Fiona Gell of the University of York, said in a statement. >> "They protect breeding stocks and supply adjacent fisheries with young >> fish." >> She said the study shows that fish increase in number and size when >> they have a refuge nearby where no fishing is allowed. >> "If you want to keep a population going, you have to provide safe >> havens where fish and their habitats can flourish," said Gell. >> >> Background on the study is online at >www.seaweb.org/ScienceNovember30.html. >> >> >> >> >> >> > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: RV: article, "Study makes case for marine reserves" Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 16:39:23 GMT From: "Marion Howard" To: "Jim Hendee" CC: , 11-30-01 Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 11:37:12 -0500 Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Jim Hendee and Don Baker, Sorry - I didn't check the web sites again before I posted this. Apparently the first one listed is dead but the second one, Sea Web, is active. It has a link to Science and other potentially useful references. Also see the article from MPA News copied below: *** Citing Benefits of No-Take Areas, Scientists Call for New Networks of Marine Reserves *** There is now compelling scientific evidence that no-take areas -- or marine reserves -- conserve both biodiversity and fisheries, and could help replenish depleted fish stocks, according to a consensus statement signed by 160 marine-science academics from around the world. Released February 17 at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the statement is the culmination of a three-year, international effort to advance scientific understanding of marine reserves. "All around the world there are different experiences, but the basic message is the same: marine reserves work, and they work fast," said Jane Lubchenco (Oregon State University, USA), a past president of AAAS and a leader of the three-year effort. "It is no longer a question of whether to set aside fully protected areas in the ocean, but where to establish them." The consensus statement recommends that marine resource managers use reserves as a "central management tool" for achieving long-term fishery and conservation benefits. It concludes that networks of reserves, rather than isolated single reserves, will be necessary to buffer against environmental variability and catastrophes. * Increases in population density, biomass * The academic effort to develop a better scientific understanding of marine reserves grew out of the 1997 AAAS meeting, where scientists reviewed the state of the oceans and identified research priorities. Following that meeting, several researchers formed a team, based at the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (University of California, Santa Barbara), to examine the effects of reserves on fish populations. The team's study of more than 100 reserves from around the world indicated that after one to two years of protection, these reserves averaged a 91% increase in population density, 192% increase in biomass, and 23% increase in species diversity as compared to reference sites. The consensus statement also noted that in the few studies that have examined the effects of reserves on fish populations in adjacent waters, the size and abundance of exploited species has increased. "The results are startling and consistent," said Robert Warner of the University of California, Santa Barbara, a leader of the academic effort. The consensus statement follows the release last November of another document from scientists in support of marine reserves. A committee of the US National Research Council (NRC) released a 150-page report urging marine resource managers to increase their use of marine reserves as a supplement to conventional management tools (MPA News 2:5). The report, Marine Protected Areas: Tools for Sustaining Ocean Ecosystems, assessed the scientific basis of techniques for locating, designing, and implementing reserves. Megan Dethier (University of Washington, US), who assisted with the first draft of the consensus statement, said the statement's brevity -- three pages -- reflected its intended purpose. "We wanted to make a [statement] that was short and direct enough to be readily usable by the press, NGOs, etc., to help 'spread the word', rather than a complex scientific document that would not be 'picked up' in the way that this one clearly has been," said Dethier. For more information: Jane Lubchenco, Department of Zoology, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331, USA. Tel: +1 541 737 5337; E-mail: lubchenj@bcc.orst.edu. Robert Warner, Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106, USA. Tel: +1 805 893 2941; E-mail: warner@lifesci.ucsb.edu. _______________ * BOX: Consensus statement is online * An electronic version of the consensus statement on marine reserves is available online at the following websites: http://www.compassonline.org/frame.html or http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/Consensus _______________ * BOX: Conclusions of the Consensus Statement * - Reserves conserve both fisheries and biodiversity. - To meet goals for fisheries and biodiversity conservation, reserves must encompass the diversity of marine habitats. - Reserves are the best way to protect resident species and provide heritage protection to important habitats. - Reserves must be established and operated in the context of other management tools. - Reserves need a dedicated program to monitor and evaluate their impacts both within and outside their boundaries. - Reserves provide a critical benchmark for the evaluation of threats to ocean communities. - Networks of reserves will be necessary for long-term fishery and conservation benefits. - Existing scientific information justifies the immediate application of fully protected marine reserves as a central management tool. >From "Scientific Consensus Statement on Marine Reserves and Marine Protected Areas," released February 17 at the 2001 meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), San Francisco, California, USA. _______________ _______________ For anyone who works with or is interested in MPAs and doesn't receive this excellent newsletter, please see subscription information below: "For a free subscription, send an e-mail message to mpanews@u.washington.edu. 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Marion -----Original Message----- De: Jim Hendee Para: Marion Howard Fecha: Viernes 8 de Marzo de 2002 08:50 AM Asunto: Re: RV: article, "Study makes case for marine reserves" 11-30-01 >Unfortunately, that link seems to be a dead one, at least for me... > >Marion Howard wrote: > >> For Don Baker, >> >> Here is a useful Caribbean study. >> >> Regards, >> Marion Howard >> >> > >> >Subject: article, "Study makes case for marine reserves" 11-30-01 >> > >> > >> > >> >> http://www.msnbc.com/news/665222.asp#BODY >> >> >> >> Study makes case for marine reserves >> >> Fishermen benefit by giving young fish a place to grow >> >> >> >> >> >> ASSOCIATED PRESS >> >> >> >> Nov. 30 - Fishermen haul in more and bigger catches when there is a >> marine >> >> reserve nearby that provides a safe haven for young fish, a new study >> >> suggests. In a study appearing in the journal Science, researchers report >> >> that the catch of fishermen in the Caribbean island of St. Lucia >> increased >> >> by 46 to 90 percent within five years after officials closed more than a >> >> third of the fishing grounds to fishing. >> >> A FLORIDA refuge, created to provide security for the nation's major >> >> space launch facility, has led to the development of fishing grounds >> which >> >> have produced a series of world records for trophy-sized fish, the study >> >> found. >> >> "Having a protected area near fishing grounds allows the fish to >> >> increase in both size and quantity," said James Bohnsack, a researcher >> for >> >> the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and a co-author of >> the >> >> study. >> >> >> >> REAL-WORLD CASE >> >> Bohnsack said that the government created an estuarine sanctuary, >> >> called the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, in 1962 to provide >> >> security for the nearby Kennedy Space Center, the launch port for the >> >> nation's manned space program. >> >> Advertisement >> >> Within a decade, he said, sport fishermen started noticing they >> >were >> >> catching more and bigger black drum, red drum and sea trout. Bohnsack >> said >> >> that more world record-sized fish of the three species have now been >> >caught >> >> within 62 miles of the reserve than in all the other Florida waters >> >> combined. >> >> He said that having a reserve nearby allowed the black drum, which >> >> can live for more than 70 years, to grow to their full size of more than >> >100 >> >> pounds. When there was no such protected area, the fish were more apt to >> >be >> >> caught at a younger age, said Bohnsack. >> >> Bigger fish also means more fish, he said. Large fish tend to lay >> >> more eggs than smaller ones. This increases the numbers in the next >> >> generation. >> >> >> >> CARIBBEAN EXAMPLE >> >> In St. Lucia, the study says that local subsistence fishermen >> >> resisted plans to close 35 percent of the coral reef fishing grounds, but >> >> the government did so anyway. >> >> For two years, the total catch was severely reduced, the study >> >found. >> >> But within five years, the catch had soared. Now fishermen are proposing >> >> that the fishing reserve be expanded. >> >> "Marine reserves are like money in the bank for fishers," a >> >co-author >> >> of the study, Fiona Gell of the University of York, said in a statement. >> >> "They protect breeding stocks and supply adjacent fisheries with young >> >> fish." >> >> She said the study shows that fish increase in number and size >> when >> >> they have a refuge nearby where no fishing is allowed. >> >> "If you want to keep a population going, you have to provide safe >> >> havens where fish and their habitats can flourish," said Gell. >> >> >> >> Background on the study is online at >> >www.seaweb.org/ScienceNovember30.html. >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > >> > >> ~~~~~~~ >> For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >> digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the >> menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Devastation of fauna.High SST/solar radiation??? Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 20:54:06 +0400 From: "Ruby Moothien Pillay" To: Dear coral listers Something strange happened to one of our study sites recently on the eastern coast of the island. In fact we noticed at one of our shallowest monitoring station (approx.1metre) that most of the tabular corals had bleached completely and died and also most adult eels,holothurians, octopus, juvenile fish and crustaceans and so on had died and were either floating to the surface or lying on the sea bed. The striking thing was the absence of alive/dead large sized fishes. However, only Stegastes spp. were alive among the branching corals. Can a sudden rise in SST or solar radiation or both cause such devastation of the fauna?does this explain the absence of large fish which might had had time to swim away???But why were Stegastes spp. so resistant?We have excluded things like illegal fishing (poisons etc ) as this is most improbable as we noticed that most foliose Montiporas within that site and corals (even tabular ) at a nearby relatively deeper site (1.5-2 metres) were not affected. Thank you for your comments Sincerely, Ruby Ruby Moothien Pillay Project Officer Mauritius Oceanography Institute 4th floor, France Centre, Victoria Avenue Quatre Bornes, Mauritius Tel:+427 4434 Fax: +427 4433 Subject: The 3 Screen Doors Date: Fri, 8 Mar 02 11:57:14 -0500 From: Stephen C Jameson To: "Mark Tupper" , Dear Coral-Listers, I was right in the middle of writing a letter to the Editor of MPA News responding to their recent discussion on the "definition" of an MPA when Mark's insightful comment appeared (below) Mark Tupper wrote today: >Before I ramble any further, I'll try to sum this up succinctly. Most MPAs >are basically "paper parks" that do not meet their resource management >goals. This fact has little to do with the ecological effects of protective >management on fish production, but is based mainly on institutional and >community capacity to properly manage MPAs. Thus, the proper question is not >"are MPAs effective", but "can MPAs be effectively managed for a given >community or fishery". I would submit that the answer to that question is >likely to be location and/or fishery-dependent. I'll also be brief: As the first NOAA manager of the Key Largo National Marine Sanctuary (back in the late 1970's) and subsequent manager of two other US National Marine Sanctuaries (MONITOR and Channel Islands) and a University of Guam Marine Lab alumnus (Hafa Day Mark) - I have often asked myself "can MPA's be effectively managed". Unless we have control over pollutants coming in from the land, air and via external currents, we are trying to manage the proverbial "submarine with 3 screen doors". We might have success on the land side, but the air and current sides are usually international, as well as large-scale national problems, and not easily mitigated. Being now in the private sector, I would take a more "business plan approach" towards establishing a new MPA - or in pouring more money into an existing one that has a poor track record of success (i.e., I'd take a very hard look at the feasibility of succeeding over the long run considering the 3 screen doors). PS. The gist of my MPA News "letter to the editor" is: "If MPA's aren't really "protected" (from the 3 screen doors) then we shouldn't be calling them "marine protected areas" or "fully-protected areas" or any other form of "protected" area. If the term "MPA" or any of it's derivations is continued to be used, it should be something that is earned or certified. In this day and age with all the built-in stresses imposed on coral reefs, an area is not "magically or instantaneously protected" via an MPA designation process - protection must be fought for - and it may never be attained. Best regards, Dr. Stephen C. Jameson, President Coral Seas Inc. - Integrated Coastal Zone Management 4254 Hungry Run Road, The Plains, VA 20198-1715 USA Office: 703-754-8690, Fax: 703-754-9139 Email: sjameson@coralseas.com Web Site: www.coralseas.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: coral-list-digest V7 #61 Questions Based on Don Baker Ques tion, Discussion on MPA Benefits, & John McManus Response Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 12:24:56 -0500 From: Jack Sobel To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Can anyone provide any similarly conclusive, empirical evidence, using similar standards, that any other fishery management tool, other than reserves, has been directly responsible for improving long-term fishery yields in a tropical reef system? How about sustaining those fisheries? Sustaining the coral reef ecosystem? Preventing collapse, extirpation, and extinction of the more vulnerable fish populations? Preventing reef degradation? Maintaining natural diversity and intact systems? Could they be doing this without being implemented or implemented very incrementally or in very small areas? I'm not questioning whether some of these other tools do some of these things, just whether they can be demonstrated to do them with the same standard and rigor of proof that is being asked by some for reserves. I agree with much of the prior discussion on this topic, appreciate Don Baker's frustration in selling the MPA/Marine Reserve concept to skeptics, some of whom may have a strong short term political of financial stake in resisting them. There is certainly abundant published empirical evidence and a strong theoretical basis for the positive effects of "no-take" within reserves, including, but not limited to rebuilding fish populations and restoring natural communities/systems. There is an equally strong theoretical basis for the impact such rebuilding should have externally, including both common-sense and more sophisticated (?) modelling and numerical approaches, and increasing though more limited information on positive impacts adjacent to or outside of reserves, including fishery benefits. The issue of conclusively demonstrating that Marine Reserves will improve fish catches overall to everyone's satisfaction is a difficult one complicated by many factors, not the least of them being "control" issues (both spatial & temporal), replicibility, natural environmental/recruitment variability, interaction with the complicating effects of other management measures, changes in fishing patterns or effort external to the reserves, and a double standard or bias against reserves held by many. Given this and considering how few and how small existing reserves genarally are compared to the size of fished areas, its amazing that science has made as much progress as it has in demonstrating external changes and fishing benefits. As the evidence for reserve benefits continues to mount, people's comfort levels continue to grow, and especially as reserve size, number, and design improves, the evidence for external fisheries benefits will also continue to grow. There is much more to reserve benefits than just fishery benefits and they may not be the most important. ******************************************************** Jack A. Sobel, Director Ecosystem Programs The Ocean Conservancy 1725 DeSales St. NW, Suite #600 Washington, DC 20816 Phone: (202) 429-5609 or (202) 857-3270 Fax: (202) 872-0619 Email: jsobel@oceanconservancy.org Web: ******************************************************** -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list-digest@coral.aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list-digest@coral.aoml.noaa.gov] Sent: March 08, 2002 12:01 AM To: coral-list-digest@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: coral-list-digest V7 #61 ----- Original Message -----=20 From: pacaqts=20 To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov=20 Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 7:43 AM Subject: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Dear Coral - List Members, Though MPAs have a great many benefits with regards to observations , = statements in a stack of MPA pubs, etc. - where may I quickly find = direct research and studies references that "do the numbers?" The = politicians and Gov. economic advisers simply say to us 'Yeah, well = good & fine - talk is talk - but show us the figures - where you can = prove to us that fisheries stocks are indeed enhanced by MPAs?" =20 I need case examples with those numbers and not just words, = observations, and perhaps institutional / academic 'whitewashing'. An = example of numbers would be a historical record of past catch landings = vs those after the MPA establishment - with direct, verifiable = correlation to the MPA of course. Anyone comment on Apo? Any assistance would be well appreciated here. Many thanks, Don Baker Lankayan-Billean-Tegaipil MPA Sabah, Malaysia - ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 21:19:41 -0500 From: "John McManus" Subject: MPAs -- Wrong null hypothesis? I have long been puzzled by the resistance to MPAs found among some scientists. It seems to me to be intuitively clear that if you fish heavily, stocks will decline, and if you stop fishing, and have not irreversibly altered the habitat, stocks should increase. I have certainly seen no reasonable evidence that this is not the case. I suggest that we have been using the wrong null hypothesis. We have been treating the reserve as if it were a "treatment", when in fact, it is the lack of, or removal of, a treatment (fishing pressure). The null hypothesis should be that a reduction in fishing pressure should lead over time to a return toward (if not to) natural abundances of fish. The alternative hypothesis, and the one that should carry the burden of proof, is that reducing fishing pressure does NOT result in a return toward natural levels of abundance. Where the alternative turns out to be true, one should investigate why it was true. Was it because the habitat had not yet returned to reasonable normalcy? Is the result likely to be because the study period was too short? Or, is it truly because reducing fishing pressure does not generally result in increases in fish abundance. The labeling is mostly important because most scientists are deeply concerned about reducing Type I error (the chance that you say something is true that is not), and pay little heed to Type II error (the chance that you say something is not true when it is). The error should relate to the alternate hypothesis, and the null hypothesis should be accepted in the absence of sufficient evidence that the alternative is true. Thus, the null hypothesis is that which arises most naturally from simple common sense, and the alternative is the challenge to that logic. If we construct tests of high power, lots of sample units, long time frames, etc., then we minimize Type II error, and the designation of hypotheses is not as important. However, the fact is that exceedingly few studies of MPAs have been conducted in such a way as to minimize Type II error. And, because of our arrangement of hypotheses, we have encouraged stakeholders and managers to wait around while we challenge a null hypothesis that heavy fishing is generally completely irreversible and thus reserves are useless. I also propose that we keep separate the question of the increase of fish catch balancing out the loss of fishing grounds. Obviously, this depends greatly on how much fishing ground is being lost, how much the fish populations had been reduced around the reserve, as well as factors such as the mobility of fish in and out of the reserve. This is thus a question of design -- how big, what shape, etc., and not one of "are MPAs effective or not". I know of many tens of small reserves, on the order of 1/4th to 2 sq. km, that have been put in by coastal communities in heavily fished areas, and have not heard of any that resulted in people complaining that the reserve did not increase in fish abundance. Rather, there are many cases of fishers fishing preferentially around the edges of these reserves, indicating that abundances are indeed higher in the reserves. So, "do the reserves gain more fish compared to heavily fished areas nearby of similar habitat type?" -- in all the cases I know of, published or unpublished, the answer is yes. "Did the reserve's output make up for the loss in fishing ground?" -- that would depend entirely on local circumstances. And, evaluating "making up for" should generally include weighing nonfishery benefits into the equation. I suggest that we stop worrying about "are reserves effective?" until strong evidence shows that most of them (with real fishing exclusions) are not. Instead, we should focus on how big, what shape, where, etc. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4910 www.ncoremiami.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 14:49:11 +1000 From: "Mark Tupper" Subject: Fw: MPAs -- Wrong null hypothesis? John McManus wrote: > I suggest that we stop worrying about "are reserves effective?" until > strong evidence shows that most of them (with real fishing exclusions) are not. > Instead, we should focus on how big, what shape, where, etc. I understand and agree with the thrust of John's message. I think there is ample evidence to show that reserves CAN be effective, given sufficient management and funding capacity and adequate design (e.g. reserves large enough to encompass target species home range, etc.). I have no doubt that significant reductions in fishing pressure will help fish populations to rebound. However, asking whether reserves ARE effective is a different question altogether. So far, broad scale assessments of MPAs have indicated that most of them do not meet their management objectives. This is in many (most?) cases not a question of biology or ecology but one of politics and economics. It's fine to say that a reserve needs to be this big or that shape to enhance fisheries, but getting all stakeholders to agree on MPA specifics is often impossible, and hammering MPA plans past objecting resource users will always lead to poor compliance. Before I ramble any further, I'll try to sum this up succinctly. Most MPAs are basically "paper parks" that do not meet their resource management goals. This fact has little to do with the ecological effects of protective management on fish production, but is based mainly on institutional and community capacity to properly manage MPAs. Thus, the proper question is not "are MPAs effective", but "can MPAs be effectively managed for a given community or fishery". I would submit that the answer to that question is likely to be location and/or fishery-dependent. Cheers, Mark Tupper Dr. Mark Tupper, Assistant Professor University of Guam Marine Laboratory UOG Station, Mangilao, Guam 96923, USA Tel. 671-735-2185; Fax 671-734-6767 Coordinator, Marine Protected Areas Research Group http://www.uog.edu/marinelab/mpa/index.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ End of coral-list-digest V7 #61 ******************************* ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral starving and survival Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 13:16:07 -0500 From: alcolado@ama.cu To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov CC: debimack@auracom.com Dear coral-lister, I decided to add a little more firewood to discussion on Debbie McKenzie's interesting coral starving-survival hypohesis. During an AGRRA assessment along the south and east of the Gulf of Batabano (SW Cuba; march 2001) the Cuban-International team observed a gradient of improving condition in Acropora palmata (from a situation where practically all colonies were dead along the south) in the extent we approximate to the huge Zapata swamp (which is supposed to enhance plankton productivity and where water becomes greenish and more turbid). The two Acropora palmata crests closest to Zapata swamp looked practically healthy. Another Cuban-International AGRRA assessment in the Archipelago Jardines de la Reina (SE Cuba) showed that Acropora palmata in the windward crests of Cayo Caballones, exposed to the oligotrophic ocean were virtually dead, while a small Acropora palmata crest located leeward of the same key and exposed to the most biological productive shelf of Cuba (varying from mesotrophic to eutrophic along a cross gradient towards mainland) was alive and really beautiful (mixed with dense thickets of live Acropora prolifera). Probably well fed Acropora palmata crests survived the massive mortality event(s) (cause unknown: coral bleaching, white band, patchy necrosis?) that killed the crests exposed to less nutrified and less productive oceanic waters. If so, McKenzie’s hypothesis, far from be discarded prematurely, has to be tested because it could explain differences in the fate of some coral reefs at small scale, and also explain some mismatches at larger scale when correlating coral bleaching with sea surface temperature. I fully agree that higher sea surface temperatures are the primary cause of coral bleaching, but the fate of corals ususally is conditioned by other complementary factors (cloudiness, sea surface roughness, water transparency, etc.), very probably included the degree of coral starvation. Cheers, Pedro M. Alcolado ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Capt. Bobby Millender Date: Fri, 08 Mar 2002 13:40:52 -0500 From: "John C. Ogden" To: Coral List CC: Deborah Haynes Dear Colleagues, Capt. Bobby Millender retired on February 28, 2002 after almost 25 years at the helm of the R/V BELLOWS. We estimate that in this time period over 2500 students and faculty have voyaged on the BELLOWS and experienced Bobby's unique style of seagoing education and hospitality. Of course, we intend to mark his retirement with an appropriate celebration. You will hear about this in due course. In the meantime, we would like to assemble for him a three ring, loose leaf binder of letters, testimonials, photographs, cartoons, amusing anecdotes-- in short anything that any "alum" of the R/V BELLOWS would care to send to us that will be memories for Bobby of you and of his long years of service to Florida's marine sciences community. Deborah Haynes in the FIO office will be your contact point. As a guideline consider preparing one, 8.5 x 11 three-ring binder page appropriately mounted, sheathed, punched, etc. Thanks for helping us to celebrate the distinguished career of a great RV Captain and Floridian. Best wishes, John Ogden, Director Florida Institute of Oceanography 830 First Street South St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-553-1100 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: Coral starving and survival Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 13:20:45 -0600 From: "James Wiseman" To: , An interesting post. There certainly can be many factors which differentiate these two "coral sets." I think it would be premature to settle on the conclusion that the corals that were living in the "greenish and more turbid" survived because they were well fed. Couldn't we just as easily conclude that these corals survived BECAUSE they were living in more turbid water. The turbid water corals were exposed to much lower light levels - a known factor in coral bleaching. Sincerely James Wiseman Houston TX -----Original Message----- From: alcolado@ama.cu [mailto:alcolado@ama.cu] Sent: Friday, March 08, 2002 12:16 PM To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Cc: debimack@auracom.com Subject: Coral starving and survival Dear coral-lister, I decided to add a little more firewood to discussion on Debbie McKenzie's interesting coral starving-survival hypohesis. During an AGRRA assessment along the south and east of the Gulf of Batabano (SW Cuba; march 2001) the Cuban-International team observed a gradient of improving condition in Acropora palmata (from a situation where practically all colonies were dead along the south) in the extent we approximate to the huge Zapata swamp (which is supposed to enhance plankton productivity and where water becomes greenish and more turbid). The two Acropora palmata crests closest to Zapata swamp looked practically healthy. Another Cuban-International AGRRA assessment in the Archipelago Jardines de la Reina (SE Cuba) showed that Acropora palmata in the windward crests of Cayo Caballones, exposed to the oligotrophic ocean were virtually dead, while a small Acropora palmata crest located leeward of the same key and exposed to the most biological productive shelf of Cuba (varying from mesotrophic to eutrophic along a cross gradient towards mainland) was alive and really beautiful (mixed with dense thickets of live Acropora prolifera). Probably well fed Acropora palmata crests survived the massive mortality event(s) (cause unknown: coral bleaching, white band, patchy necrosis?) that killed the crests exposed to less nutrified and less productive oceanic waters. If so, McKenzie's hypothesis, far from be discarded prematurely, has to be tested because it could explain differences in the fate of some coral reefs at small scale, and also explain some mismatches at larger scale when correlating coral bleaching with sea surface temperature. I fully agree that higher sea surface temperatures are the primary cause of coral bleaching, but the fate of corals ususally is conditioned by other complementary factors (cloudiness, sea surface roughness, water transparency, etc.), very probably included the degree of coral starvation. Cheers, Pedro M. Alcolado ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Sea urchin mortality at the Johnson Atoll Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 16:36:32 -0500 From: "Jamie D. Bechtel" To: Hello all - I would like to add to Haris's suggestions. I suggest that the entire echinoid complex should be surveyed when surveying Echinothrix and Diadema during either preliminary studies or during or after a die-off. Having just completed five years of monitoring the recovery of echinoid populations in Discovery Bay, it has become apparent that that the entire echinoid complex may be playing an integral role in the recovery process. Following a die-off of Diadema, we might see a loss of conspecifics as well. It was hard to verify this in Jamaica as the historic data focused on D. antillarum and T. ventricosus. However, as D. antillarum recruited back to Jamaica's north coast other species became more numerous as well. We have done some experimental work that further implies a relationship between species. (manuscripts submitted). With regards to Johnson Atoll, any estimates on percent loss of the two species? Cheers, Jamie Bechtel Jamie D. Bechtel, Ph.D., J.D. Boston University Department of Biology 5 Cummington Street Boston, MA 02215 (617) 353-6969 warrior@bu.edu ___________________________ Original Message Lindsey Hays, the refuge manager at the Johnson Atoll, reports widespread mortality of Echinothrix (and maybe Diadema as well) all around the Atoll. It seems that most of the sea urchins got sick and died rapidly. He is making efforts to collect samples, so that the pathogens and the hosts can be identified. This may turn out to be a localized phenomenon, but this is what we initially thought about the Diadema mortality in the Caribbean as well. Just in case it spreads, it would be very useful for people in other areas in the Pacific (particularly Hawaii and the Marshall Islands) to be ready for it. Surveys to determine population density of Echinothrix and Diadema done now in unaffected areas can provide data that will become extremely valuable. It would also be a good idea to know ahead of time what to do if the mortality should appear elsewhere. It is all common sense, but when things are happening in a hurry, it is good to have a list. If you notice sick or dying sea urchins anywhere in the central Pacific: 1.Note the date of the observation, and also note the date that populations were last seen to be healthy. 2. Collect specimens. Some should be kept in 95% ethanol, some in 5% formaldehyde, some frozen and (if possible) some should be cooled down on ice for fast shipment to a microbiologist. 3. If there are still healthy-looking animals around, collect some of these too, so that their bacterial fauna can be compared with that of the sick ones. 4. If you have the time and the inclination, mark areas where the mortality is occurring and areas where it does not seam to have reached yet. Then monitor these areas by counting numbers of healthy, sick and dead animals. 5. Keep looking, even after the time that it seems that all the Echinothrix is dead. You may notice new ones emerging after a while (it happened with Diadema antillarum). 6. Don't expect the tests to stay around for very long. They break down to unrecognizable ossicles in a matter of days (parrot fish may help). I hope that none of this will be necessary, because whatever is killing the sea urchins at the Johnson Atoll will remain there. Lindsay Hayes did a great job of contacting people as soon as he realized that something was amiss. I wanted to spread the world around more widely in case things get worse. Haris Lessios **************************** H.A. Lessios Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Balboa, Panama Telephone: +507/212-8708 Fax: +507/212-8790 or 212-8791 >From the US (domestic call): 202/786-2099 x 8708 Mail address: >From the USA: Unit 0948 APO AA 34002-0948 >From elsewhere: Box 2072 Balboa, Panama ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ----- Original Message ----- From: Harilaos Lessios To: Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 4:14 PM Subject: Sea urchin mortality at the Johnson Atoll > Lindsey Hays, the refuge manager at the Johnson Atoll, reports widespread mortality of Echinothrix (and maybe Diadema as well) all around the Atoll. It seems that most of the sea urchins got sick and died rapidly. He is making efforts to collect samples, so that the pathogens and the hosts can be identified. > > This may turn out to be a localized phenomenon, but this is what we initially thought about the Diadema mortality in the Caribbean as well. Just in case it spreads, it would be very useful for people in other areas in the Pacific (particularly Hawaii and the Marshall Islands) to be ready for it. Surveys to determine population density of Echinothrix and Diadema done now in unaffected areas can provide data that will become extremely valuable. > > It would also be a good idea to know ahead of time what to do if the mortality should appear elsewhere. It is all common sense, but when things are happening in a hurry, it is good to have a list. If you notice sick or dying sea urchins anywhere in the central Pacific: > > 1.Note the date of the observation, and also note the date that populations were last seen to be healthy. > > 2. Collect specimens. Some should be kept in 95% ethanol, some in 5% formaldehyde, some frozen and (if possible) some should be cooled down on ice for fast shipment to a microbiologist. > > 3. If there are still healthy-looking animals around, collect some of these too, so that their bacterial fauna can be compared with that of the sick ones. > > 4. If you have the time and the inclination, mark areas where the mortality is occurring and areas where it does not seam to have reached yet. Then monitor these areas by counting numbers of healthy, sick and dead animals. > > 5. Keep looking, even after the time that it seems that all the Echinothrix is dead. You may notice new ones emerging after a while (it happened with Diadema antillarum). > > 6. Don't expect the tests to stay around for very long. They break down to unrecognizable ossicles in a matter of days (parrot fish may help). > > I hope that none of this will be necessary, because whatever is killing the sea urchins at the Johnson Atoll will remain there. Lindsay Hayes did a great job of contacting people as soon as he realized that something was amiss. I wanted to spread the world around more widely in case things get worse. > > Haris Lessios > > **************************** > H.A. Lessios > Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute > Balboa, Panama > > Telephone: +507/212-8708 > Fax: +507/212-8790 or 212-8791 > >From the US (domestic call): 202/786-2099 x 8708 > Mail address: > >From the USA: > Unit 0948 > APO AA 34002-0948 > >From elsewhere: > Box 2072 > Balboa, Panama > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Date: Sat, 9 Mar 2002 02:48:41 GMT From: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 20:21:42 -0400 From: "Kai Wulf" To: Cc: Subject: RE: [campam] Fw: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 20:15:29 -0400 Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The report by Fiona Gell, Callum Roberts and Renata Goodridge entitled "The fishery effects of the Soufriere Marine Management Area 1995/6 to 2000/1", Environment Department, University of York, UK, should provide some answers (including numbers). Basically, the study shows the stocks of some economically important fin-fish species tripled in the Marine Reserves and doubled in the adjacent fishing areas since inception of the Marine Management Area. You might want to request a copy of the report from Dr. Roberts at the following email address: cr10@york.ac.uk Kind regards, Kai Wulf Manager Soufriere Marine Management Area P.O. Box 305, 3 Bay Street Soufriere St. Lucia, West Indies Phone: (758) 459-5500 Fax: (758) 459-7799 Email: smma@candw.lc Website: http://www.smma.org.lc -----Original Message----- From: lyndon robertson [mailto:lynrobert@hotmail.com] Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 7:22 PM To: campam@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [campam] Fw: MPA Benefits - In Numbers I came across a well documented case study from the Phillipines. I will check and try to give the exact reference >From: avk.uneprcuja@cwjamaica.com >Reply-To: campam@yahoogroups.com >To: >Subject: [campam] Fw: MPA Benefits - In Numbers >Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2002 10:18:39 -0500 > > >----- Original Message ----- >From: pacaqts >To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov >Sent: Wednesday, March 06, 2002 4:43 PM >Subject: MPA Benefits - In Numbers > > >Dear Coral - List Members, > >Though MPAs have a great many benefits with regards to observations , >statements in a stack of MPA pubs, etc. - where may I quickly find direct >research and studies references that "do the numbers?" The politicians and >Gov. economic advisers simply say to us 'Yeah, well good & fine - talk is >talk - but show us the figures - where you can prove to us that fisheries >stocks are indeed enhanced by MPAs?" > >I need case examples with those numbers and not just words, observations, >and perhaps institutional / academic 'whitewashing'. An example of >numbers would be a historical record of past catch landings vs those after >the MPA establishment - with direct, verifiable correlation to the MPA of >course. Anyone comment on Apo? > >Any assistance would be well appreciated here. > >Many thanks, >Don Baker >Lankayan-Billean-Tegaipil MPA >Sabah, Malaysia _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com To Post a message, send it to: campam@eGroups.com To Unsubscribe, send a blank message to: campam-unsubscribe@eGroups.com Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Bio-active compounds? Date: Sat, 9 Mar 2002 10:09:10 -0500 From: "James M. Cervino" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi Ruby, I will answer under your comments below. RUBY: Something strange happened to one of our study sites recently on the eastern coast of the island. In fact we noticed at one of our shallowest monitoring station (approx.1metre) that most of the tabular corals had bleached completely and died and also most adult eels,holothurians, octopus, juvenile fish and crustaceans and so on had died and were either floating to the surface or lying on the sea bed. JAMES: What were the temperatures? I have exposed corals (Gonipora, Euphyllia spp. and Acroporids) in the same tank to sub-lethal temperatures (starting at 28 increasing to 32-33C) which resulted in death to the Acroporid first via mass expulsion of the symbiotic alga, later the softer thicker tissue species followed (1 week longer). I became interested and immediately set up tanks to expose the Acroporid (alone without other species)to these temperatures. They did expel their algae eventually leading to bleachingŠ then death. However, this took a few days longer. I understand these were closed systems which are completely different from open natural marine aquatic systems. The surface of my tanks and skimmer were filled with phenols and other chemical compounds (secondary metabolites?) that might be highly toxic to a neighboring coral or fish. There is a paper titled chemical defenses mechanisms in corals (sort of chemical warfare of corals in close proximity) published in the last coral reef symposium?? (Eric Bornman have you seen this in aquaria? ) Also, the potential for micro-organisms to switch to pathogenic forms in stressed hosts has been discussed (Landsberg 1995. Marine Ecology Prog. Series Vol 22:83-100). Were there sponges next to the colonies? Also, sponges when stressed, produce powerful toxins as a possible defense mechanism. The production of noxious & odorous substances by sponges has been known in addition to the ability of some sponge organisms to cause a severe contact dermatitis (Yaffee & Stargardter, 1963). Toxic and antibiotic compounds from sponges have been identified (Jakowskaet al 1960; halstead 1965; Nigrelli et al 1967 and Russel 1967). A crude toxic aqueous extract isolated from H. viridis has been named "Halitoxin" (Baslow et al. 1969). Aqueous extracts of the sponge Toxa-docia violacea from Hawaiian waters contained hypotensive and paralytic agents as well (Baslow et al. 1967). If interested e- mail me for a complete reference list. This may be one of the many possible explanations why the fish are dying in the area of dying corals and sponges after thermal stress. These animals might have been hiding in the crevices of the Acroporids and other corals exposing them to harmful compounds? The corals are dying due to temperature increase (considering the temperatures are above the norm during the warmest month for an extended period (Goreau & Hayes 1994). Stegastes spp. has been known to be more heat tolerant that some of the Acroporid table-tops (personal observation). Acroporids seem to be the most sensitive to temperature stress and chemical exposure (NaCN, copper, gasoline etc.) , these species are a good indicator of environmental stress. To come to such conclusions as to why the fish died, there will be a need to conduct several tests for the characterization of secondary metabolites. The selection of novel producing organism's one must use a specific media, controlled conditions and biochemical manipulations which are all techniques that enhance the probability of generating novel secondary metabolites. Isolation, liquid-solid Chromatography is a good way to start. Thanks for posting this observation ! James -- ************************************ James M. Cervino PhD. Program Marine Science Program University of South Carolina e-mail:cnidaria@earthlink.net ************************************* Subject: Re: Bio-active compounds? Date: Sun, 10 Mar 2002 09:11:10 EST From: EricHugo@aol.com To: cnidaria@pop.earthlink.net, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi James: Absolutely. Secondary metabolites can cause subtle to acute responses in closed systems, being produced from a large number of taxa - sponges and soft corals seeming to be among the most toxic to stony corals, but this is anecdotal. Also, Euphyllia and Goniopora seem to be among those somewhat more sensitive to certain other corals - such as Sinularia and Sarcophyton. I think, though, that this might be more artifact of a closed system. It was reassuring to find you found metabolites in skimmate as I had wondered about the efficacy of foam fractionation in removing them. Still, and despite their sometime potent effects, I am not sure one can compare the effects of metabolites in a closed system to the ocean unless, perhaps, that area is very isolated, cut off by a low tide, a small area, has a very high density of very toxic animals, has a very low turnover time, etc. The dilution of secondary metabolites by the ocean makes it seem to me unlikely that anything but sensitive species in very close proximity to the toxin producer would be affected. Also, it seems that for most competition involving bioactive compounds that there are degrees of susceptibility in the majority of cases. I didn't read the original post, and only saw your clip from it, but it sounds off the cuff a lot like a poisoning - I agree with that. I just don't think it likely that it is from a mass of secondary metabolites being produced and released (many such bioactive compounds are stored and not released, and those released may be only released under certain times/condtions rather than constantly). Perhaps if all the producers died and those compounds stored in their tissues were released, it could exacerbate the event, but the real question would be why did they die in the first place? Eric Hugo Borneman Department of Biology and Biochemistry Division in Ecology and Evolution 258, SR II University of Houston Houston, TX 77204 EBorneman@uh.edu or EricHugo@aol.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Bio-active compounds? Date: Sun, 10 Mar 2002 22:27:36 +0400 From: "Ruby Moothien Pillay" To: CC: Hi James Thanks very much for your response to my posting. In fact, this particular site was affected last year by thermal bleaching and some of the tabular corals suffered partial/total mortality and were later colonised by turf algae and boring sponges......so may be the sponges are partly responsible for the fish mortality I will very much appreciate if you could send me the complete reference list for the sponges. Thanks again for sharing your views Cheers Ruby Ruby Moothien Pillay Project Officer Mauritius Oceanography Institute 4th floor, France Centre, Victoria Avenue Quatre Bornes, Mauritius Tel:+427 4434 Fax: +427 4433 Subject: AIMS Status Report 5 Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 10:42:16 +1000 From: Hugh Sweatman To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Colleagues, Belated notification that AIMS Long Term Monitoring of the Great Barrier Reef: Status Report 5 (published last December) is available on-line. The report is available as a series of pdf files and there is an HTML version of the regional summaries with links to summaries for the individual survey reefs from the "Interactive Data Summaries" To find it, go to the AIMS reef monitoring index page www.aims.gov.au/reef-monitoring and look under "Reports" Effective presentation of monitoring results is a problem that is shared by many programs. Our main vehicles: the Status Reports, Interactive Data Summaries, Regional Survey reports and Issues pages, are continuously evolving. Any suggestions to assist that process would be gratefully received! Hugh Sweatman Long Term Monitoring Program, Australian Institute of Marine Science, PMB3 Townsville MC, Qld 4810 Australia ph: (07) 4753 4470 / +61 747 534470 [GMT +10] faxes: (07) 4772 5852 / (07) 4753 4288 www.aims.gov.au/reef-monitoring ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Coral starving and survival Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 13:17:26 +1000 From: "Dave Barnes" To: "James Wiseman" , , Dear All, I suggest that you compare the depth to which skeleton is occupied by tissue in the two groups of corals. There is good evidence that this depth is decreased in starving and in stressed corals. There is also evidence that this depth (tissue thickness) is reduced following bleaching. Cheers - Dave Barnes. Dr Dave Barnes Australian Institute of Marine Science PMB 3, Mail Centre Townsville Qld 4810 Work tel: 61-(0)7-4753 4236 Work fax: 61-(0)7-4772 5852 Home tel: 61-(0)7-4778 8147 ----- Original Message ----- From: "James Wiseman" To: ; Sent: Saturday, March 09, 2002 5:20 AM Subject: RE: Coral starving and survival > An interesting post. > > There certainly can be many factors which differentiate these two "coral > sets." I think it would be premature to settle on the conclusion that > the > corals that were living in the "greenish and more turbid" survived > because > they were well fed. > > Couldn't we just as easily conclude that these corals survived BECAUSE > they > were living in more turbid water. The turbid water corals were exposed > to > much lower light levels - a known factor in coral bleaching. > > Sincerely > James Wiseman > Houston TX > > -----Original Message----- > From: alcolado@ama.cu [mailto:alcolado@ama.cu] > Sent: Friday, March 08, 2002 12:16 PM > To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > Cc: debimack@auracom.com > Subject: Coral starving and survival > > > > Dear coral-lister, > I decided to add a little more firewood to discussion on Debbie > McKenzie's interesting coral starving-survival hypohesis. > During an AGRRA assessment along the south and east of the > Gulf of Batabano (SW Cuba; march 2001) the Cuban-International > team observed a gradient of improving condition in Acropora > palmata (from a situation where practically all colonies were dead > along the south) in the extent we approximate to the huge Zapata > swamp (which is supposed to enhance plankton productivity and > where water becomes greenish and more turbid). The two Acropora > palmata crests closest to Zapata swamp looked practically > healthy. > Another Cuban-International AGRRA assessment in the > Archipelago Jardines de la Reina (SE Cuba) showed that Acropora > palmata in the windward crests of Cayo Caballones, exposed to > the oligotrophic ocean were virtually dead, while a small Acropora > palmata crest located leeward of the same key and exposed to the > most biological productive shelf of Cuba (varying from mesotrophic > to eutrophic along a cross gradient towards mainland) was alive > and really beautiful (mixed with dense thickets of live Acropora > prolifera). > Probably well fed Acropora palmata crests survived the massive > mortality event(s) (cause unknown: coral bleaching, white band, > patchy necrosis?) that killed the crests exposed to less nutrified > and less productive oceanic waters. > If so, McKenzie's hypothesis, far from be discarded prematurely, > has to be tested because it could explain differences in the fate of > some coral reefs at small scale, and also explain some > mismatches at larger scale when correlating coral bleaching with > sea surface temperature. > I fully agree that higher sea surface temperatures are the primary > cause of coral bleaching, but the fate of corals ususally is > conditioned by other complementary factors (cloudiness, sea > surface roughness, water transparency, etc.), very probably > included the degree of coral starvation. > Cheers, > Pedro M. Alcolado > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: MPA benefits - in numbers Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 08:23:31 -0400 From: "Peter Murray" To: , , Dob Baker might wish to check out the following Roberts, CM. 1997. Conectivity and management of Caribbean coral reefs. Science 278:1454-1457 Roberts CM and JP Hawkins. 1997. How small can a marine reserve be and still be effective? Coral Reefs(1997) 16:150 Roberts. 1997. Ecological advice for teh global fisheries crisis. TREE 12:35-38 Roberts CM and JP Hawkins. 2000. Fully-protected marine reserves: a guide. WWF Endangered Species Campaign, and Environment Department University of York. 131p. Cheers Peter A. Murray Programme Officer OECS NRMU Saint Lucia ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: Coral starving and survival Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 09:22:31 -0500 From: alcolado@ama.cu To: "James Wiseman" CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov You are right, James, refering to the alternative possibility that turbidity could be "protecting" corals in more inshore crests, and indeed I was considering that possibility in discussions with other colleagues. I referred only to the possibility (not concluding) that corals could (hypotheticaly, of course) be better fed, because I was focussing only on the discussion about MacKenzie's starving hypothesis, and trying to leave open that hipothesis (and promote testing it experimentally) in place of discarding it as some colleagues seem to prefer. Thanks again, James. Pedro Subject: RE: Coral starving and survival Date sent: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 13:20:45 -0600 From: "James Wiseman" To: , > An interesting post. > > There certainly can be many factors which differentiate these two "coral > sets." I think it would be premature to settle on the conclusion that the > corals that were living in the "greenish and more turbid" survived because > they were well fed. > > Couldn't we just as easily conclude that these corals survived BECAUSE > they were living in more turbid water. The turbid water corals were > exposed to much lower light levels - a known factor in coral bleaching. > > Sincerely > James Wiseman > Houston TX > > -----Original Message----- > From: alcolado@ama.cu [mailto:alcolado@ama.cu] > Sent: Friday, March 08, 2002 12:16 PM > To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > Cc: debimack@auracom.com > Subject: Coral starving and survival > > > > Dear coral-lister, > I decided to add a little more firewood to discussion on Debbie > McKenzie's interesting coral starving-survival hypohesis. > During an AGRRA assessment along the south and east of the > Gulf of Batabano (SW Cuba; march 2001) the Cuban-International > team observed a gradient of improving condition in Acropora > palmata (from a situation where practically all colonies were dead > along the south) in the extent we approximate to the huge Zapata > swamp (which is supposed to enhance plankton productivity and > where water becomes greenish and more turbid). The two Acropora > palmata crests closest to Zapata swamp looked practically > healthy. > Another Cuban-International AGRRA assessment in the > Archipelago Jardines de la Reina (SE Cuba) showed that Acropora > palmata in the windward crests of Cayo Caballones, exposed to > the oligotrophic ocean were virtually dead, while a small Acropora > palmata crest located leeward of the same key and exposed to the > most biological productive shelf of Cuba (varying from mesotrophic to > eutrophic along a cross gradient towards mainland) was alive and really > beautiful (mixed with dense thickets of live Acropora prolifera). > Probably well fed Acropora palmata crests survived the massive mortality > event(s) (cause unknown: coral bleaching, white band, patchy necrosis?) > that killed the crests exposed to less nutrified and less productive > oceanic waters. If so, McKenzie's hypothesis, far from be discarded > prematurely, has to be tested because it could explain differences in the > fate of some coral reefs at small scale, and also explain some > mismatches at larger scale when correlating coral bleaching with sea > surface temperature. I fully agree that higher sea surface temperatures > are the primary cause of coral bleaching, but the fate of corals ususally > is conditioned by other complementary factors (cloudiness, sea surface > roughness, water transparency, etc.), very probably included the degree > of coral starvation. Cheers, Pedro M. Alcolado ~~~~~~~ For directions on > subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit > http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on > Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: Coral starving and survival Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 10:12:54 -0500 From: alcolado@ama.cu To: "Lance K.B. Jordan" , coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear Lance,, Thanks for your reply. Acropora palmata has coevolved with hurricanes and indeed is one of the most addapted species to those events. Furthermore, there has not been an apparent change in hurricane regime trends at least in Cuba. I am not talking about what is happening in zooplankton in the Caribbean or globat tropical region, I am only comparing corals exposed to different amounts of plankton availability at local scale. The hypothesis (not a conclussion) is that inshore corals could be better fed (more zooplankton) than windward ocean exposed ones (less zooplankton available) and so, possibly less prone to be affected by mortality agents. In other words, I am not talking about any trend of zooplankton in the Caribbean region, that maybe is like the way you say (increasing?), but maybe not if you consider that the probable lesser level of spawning (because of overfishing) could be conducting to lower zooplaknton concentrations, given the possible lesser amounts of eggs, larvae and juvenile. It is really an aspect very needed of research. It is interesting to point aout that zooplankton concentrations are decreasing in north cold latitudes (after comments I heard in this coral lists just in discussions about MacKenzie's hypothesis). All the best, Pedro From: "Lance K.B. Jordan" To: Subject: RE: Coral starving and survival Date sent: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 14:10:55 -0500 > Dear Pedro, > > I am not a coral expert, nor claim to be. But what you described is > typical throughout the Caribbean. I have read that hurricanes have > dictated the demise of A. palmata. Usually the main energy of hurricanes > occurs on the windward and exposed side of the island, hence the dead > palmata on the oligotrophic (clear water) side of the islands. This, in > my opinion, is a much more logical explanation than starvation. > > Corals are zooplanktivores. Zooplankton eat phytoplankton. Phytoplankton > need sunlight and nutrients to subsist. Humans have likely increased the > amount of nutrients in the world's oceans in addition to overexploiting > fisheries. Many fishes are zooplanktivore. So, not only have humans > increase the food source of zooplankton (by increasing the nutrient > concentrations which, in turn, increased phytoplankton populations) but > humans have decreased the number of possible zooplankton predators. > Therefore, it is highly probable that, rather than the idea that the > ocean's are starving, zooplankton concentrations have increased in recent > years. > > Your reply is welcome. > > Lance Jordan > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of > alcolado@ama.cu > Sent: Friday, March 08, 2002 1:16 PM > To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > Cc: debimack@auracom.com > Subject: Coral starving and survival > > > > Dear coral-lister, > I decided to add a little more firewood to discussion on Debbie > McKenzie's interesting coral starving-survival hypohesis. > During an AGRRA assessment along the south and east of the > Gulf of Batabano (SW Cuba; march 2001) the Cuban- International > team observed a gradient of improving condition in Acropora > palmata (from a situation where practically all colonies were dead > along the south) in the extent we approximate to the huge Zapata > swamp (which is supposed to enhance plankton productivity and > where water becomes greenish and more turbid). The two Acropora > palmata crests closest to Zapata swamp looked practically > healthy. > Another Cuban-International AGRRA assessment in the > Archipelago Jardines de la Reina (SE Cuba) showed that Acropora > palmata in the windward crests of Cayo Caballones, exposed to > the oligotrophic ocean were virtually dead, while a small Acropora > palmata crest located leeward of the same key and exposed to the > most biological productive shelf of Cuba (varying from mesotrophic > to eutrophic along a cross gradient towards mainland) was alive > and really beautiful (mixed with dense thickets of live Acropora > prolifera). > Probably well fed Acropora palmata crests survived the massive > mortality event(s) (cause unknown: coral bleaching, white band, > patchy necrosis?) that killed the crests exposed to less nutrified > and less productive oceanic waters. > If so, McKenzie’s hypothesis, far from be discarded prematurely, > has to be tested because it could explain differences in the fate of > some coral reefs at small scale, and also explain some > mismatches at larger scale when correlating coral bleaching with > sea surface temperature. > I fully agree that higher sea surface temperatures are the primary > cause of coral bleaching, but the fate of corals ususally is > conditioned by other complementary factors (cloudiness, sea > surface roughness, water transparency, etc.), very probably > included the degree of coral starvation. > Cheers, > Pedro M. Alcolado > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: MPA benefits - in numbers Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 16:14:53 +0100 From: kochzius@uni-bremen.de To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Hi coral-listers At 08:23 11.03.02 -0400, Peter A. Murray wrote: >Dob Baker might wish to check out the following > >Roberts, CM. 1997. Conectivity and management of Caribbean coral reefs. >Science 278:1454-1457 The discussion following this article is interesting as well: Fishery and Reef Management, Science 1998 March 27; 279: 2019-2025 (in Letters) (David R. Bellwood, Jeffrey M. Leis, Ilona C. Stobutzki; Peter F. Sale, Robert K. Cowen; Callum M. Roberts) Best fishes Marc ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> Marc Kochzius Zentrum fuer Marine Tropenoekologie (ZMT) Centre for Tropical Marine Ecology University of Bremen Fahrenheitstr. 6 28359 Bremen Germany Tel.:+49 +421 23800-57 (Office) please note new number! +49 +421 218-7679 (Lab) +49 +421 23800-21 (ZMT Secretary) Fax: +49 +421 23800-30 or -40 ZMT Webpage: www.zmt.uni-bremen.de Reef Webpage: www.oceanium.de <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Fiber Optic Cable impact assessment Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 11:39:27 EST From: CSalt5@aol.com To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: dmeyer@peer.org Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) is in the process of assembling a small group of scientists, lawyers, and biologists to prepare a report on past and possible future coral reef damage due to fiber optic cable deployment. Still needed: a part-time coral reef biologist or graduate student to accompany other members on field trips to nearshore areas of southeast Florida counties where fiber optic cable has been or may be laid across reefs. The corals biologist would also prepare a chapter discussing the findings of the field study and relevant biological issues. Please resond to this email address. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Coral starving and survival Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 18:08:02 EST From: EricHugo@aol.com To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Just a quick comment: I'm not sure you can attribute it all to zooplankton...particulate material, bacteria, and dissolved sources will also play a role, probably significant, in the heterotrophy of corals and their energy budget, reproductive output, etc. Eric Hugo Borneman Department of Biology and Biochemistry Division in Ecology and Evolution 258, SR II University of Houston Houston, TX 77204 EBorneman@uh.edu or EricHugo@aol.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: MPA & Other Numbers! Date: Tue, 12 Mar 2002 10:03:15 -0000 From: "Spurgeon, James" To: "'pacaqts'" CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Don and others, Thanks for an interesting and informative discussion. A few additional views that may be of interest: As Jack Sobel mentions, there will of course be many other important benefits of MPAs to consider. A whole range of "numbers" can be generated in support of MPAs, both quantitative and monetary. However, many of the monetary benefits may not be so easy to appropriate (capture) at present (e.g. indirect use and non-use values) and hence are of less concern to politicians. This will change over time! The net social impacts of MPA options also need addressing, in particular relating to how livelihoods are affected. As Stephen Jameson suggests, a business plan approach would help enormously. There are numerous opportunities for identifying sources of finance for MPAs, and these resources need to be focused efficiently and effectively on enhancing and capturing benefits and tackling the root cause of coral degradation problems. Unfortunately, as Stephen highlights, many root causes occur outside the MPA - through the "3 screen doors". Radical national and international initiatives are needed to tackle these. Finally, as Don comments, "business and science" may not mix well. However, this must change if coral reefs are to stand any chance in the future. There are several important initiatives and changes in the pipeline involving the private sector and natural resource/biodiversity conservation that could have considerable beneficial consequences for coral reefs. The potential for benefit is enormous, although possible adverse side-effects must be carefully considered and minimised. The above points are all discussed further in a paper "Economic Valuation of Coral Reefs: The Next Ten Years", one of many papers to be included in the proceedings of an ICLARM 2001 workshop on "Economic Valuation and Policy Priorities for Sustainable Management of Coral Reefs", to be published by ICLARM in the next few months. Best wishes James James Spurgeon Principal Environmental Economist JacobsGIBB Ltd Tel: +44 (0)118 963 5000 Fax: +44 (0)118 926 3888 Email: james.spurgeon@jacobs.com -----Original Message----- From: pacaqts [mailto:pacaqts@tm.net.my] Sent: Friday, March 08, 2002 11:57 AM To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Many Thanks to All / MPA & Numbers Dear Coral-Lers, Many thanks to the quick replies and references. Fyi. We are finalizing a MPA here in Sabah - NE of Sandakan. But the Sabah State Gov wants the 'numbers.' Yes, typically they are the 'politicians' - based from a 'rice-bowl' syndrome that is difficult to convince on just 'institutional / academic 'heresay [their words].'' And typically business & science often does not mix well. 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Don and others
Thanks for an interesting and informative discussion.  A few additional views that may be of interest:
 
As Jack Sobel mentions, there will of course be many other important benefits of MPAs to consider.  A whole range of "numbers" can be generated in support of MPAs, both quantitative and monetary.  However, many of the monetary benefits may not be so easy to appropriate (capture) at present (e.g. indirect use and non-use values) and hence are of less concern to politicians.  This will change over time!  The net social impacts of MPA options also need addressing, in particular relating to how livelihoods are affected. 
 
As Stephen Jameson suggests, a business plan approach would help enormously.  There are numerous opportunities for identifying sources of finance for MPAs, and these resources need to be focused efficiently and effectively on enhancing and capturing benefits and tackling the root cause of coral degradation problems.  Unfortunately, as Stephen highlights, many root causes occur outside the MPA - through the "3 screen doors".  Radical national and international initiatives are needed to tackle these.     
 
Finally, as Don comments, "business and science" may not mix well.  However, this must change if coral reefs are to stand any chance in the future.  There are several important initiatives and changes in the pipeline involving the private sector and natural resource/biodiversity conservation that could have considerable beneficial consequences for coral reefs.  The potential for benefit is enormous, although possible adverse side-effects must be carefully considered and minimised.  
 
The above points are all discussed further in a paper "Economic Valuation of Coral Reefs: The Next Ten Years", one of many papers to be included in the proceedings of an ICLARM 2001 workshop on "Economic Valuation and Policy Priorities for Sustainable Management of Coral Reefs", to be published by ICLARM in the next few months.
 
Best wishes
James
 
James Spurgeon
Principal Environmental Economist
JacobsGIBB Ltd
Tel: +44 (0)118 963 5000
Fax: +44 (0)118 926 3888
Email: james.spurgeon@jacobs.com 
 
 
 
 
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Dear Coral-Lers,
 
Many thanks to the quick replies and references. Fyi. We are finalizing a MPA here in Sabah - NE of Sandakan. But the Sabah State Gov wants the 'numbers.'  Yes, typically they are the 'politicians' - based from a 'rice-bowl' syndrome that is difficult to convince on just 'institutional / academic 'heresay [their words].'' And typically business & science often does not mix well.
 
Cheers to all,
Don Baker
LBT-MPA
Sandakan, Sabah
Malaysia
 
 

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------_=_NextPart_001_01C1C9AD.2081FEC0-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Many Thanks to All / MPA & Numbers Date: Tue, 12 Mar 2002 11:50:45 -0600 From: "Ron Hill" Organization: NOAA/NMFS To: pacaqts CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Don, The other place you might look for a comprehensive review of the literature as it was available a couple of years ago is the website: http://www.nap.edu/catalog/9994.html There, the book: Marine Protected Areas: Tools for Sustaining Ocean Ecosystem (by the Committee on the Evaluation, Design, and Monitoring of Marine Reserves and Protected Areas in the United States, Ocean Studies Board, National Research Council) can be read on-line or ordered. It includes extensive bibliographic citations. There are also a few years of data on the web site of the National Marine Sanctuary-Florida Keys NMS -- you can follow the links from www.noaa.gov to the reports. This whole discussion has once again demonstrated how important linguistics can be. Respondents have talked about "marine protected areas" and "no-take" marine reserves as though they were the same thing when in fact I think most of us mean marine reserves to be: a subset of MPAs in which all extractive uses are prohibited. Additional points on the discussion: The goals (and the metrics for those goals) for both marine reserves and MPAs must be clear and explicitly stated in the management plan with reasonable time frames for occurrence. A build-up of spawning biomass in order to guard against future stock crashes or to increase fecundity are both elements of effectiveness but they may be manifest on different time scales than a goal to produce trophy fish for the surrounding fishing grounds. These goal must acknowledge the constraints of biology; too often the time frames are simply politically dictated. One more point, marine reserves that have "not worked" because there is no compliance (or have been in place for a short time) should not be used to show that marine reserves do not work as tools for fishery management. That's a little like establishing size limits, not enforcing them, and then saying that size limits are not effective for managing fisheries. We can not judge the ecological performance (effectiveness) of reserves with little or no compliance; we can only judge the effectiveness of the management effort. We know that the ecological underpinnings of marine reserves are sound. We have some demonstration that when they are implemented with reasonable compliance that conditions within the reserve change (increased abundance and biomass) and we have some demonstration that fisheries around the reserves (spill-over) can be enhanced. There is still a lot to learn about marine reserves and the functions they may serve in fishery management but that is what keeps us all interested. Cheers, ron Note: The views expressed in this message are the sole opinion of the author and are not necessarily the views of the agency with which he is associated. pacaqts wrote: > Dear Coral-Lers, Many thanks to the quick replies and references. Fyi. We > are finalizing a MPA here in Sabah - NE of Sandakan. But the Sabah State > Gov wants the 'numbers.' Yes, typically they are the 'politicians' - > based from a 'rice-bowl' syndrome that is difficult to convince on just > 'institutional / academic 'heresay [their words].'' And typically business > & science often does not mix well. Cheers to all,Don BakerLBT-MPASandakan, > SabahMalaysia Ronald L. Hill, Ph.D. Research Fishery Biologist National Marine Fisheries Service Fishery Ecology Branch Ronald L. Hill, Ph.D. Research Fishery Biologist National Marine Fisheries Service Fishery Ecology Branch NOAA/NMFS 4700 Ave. U Fax: (409) 766-3508 Galveston Work: (409) 766-3519 TX 77551 USA Additional Information: Last Name Hill First Name Ronald Version 2.1 Subject: Just 5 weeks to Dive In! Date: Tue, 12 Mar 2002 12:28:51 -0800 From: Sherry Flumerfelt To: [Apologies for cross-postings] Dive In To Earth Day Reminder http://divein.coralreefalliance.org Greetings again from Dive In To Earth Day headquarters! This e-mail is to remind those of you who haven't yet organized a Dive In To Earth Day activity, that Earth Day is coming up in just 6 weeks (April 22), so it's time to start planning your activity now! ----- WHY SHOULD I ORGANIZE A DIVE IN ACTIVITY? ----- By organizing a Dive In activity, you will be part of a global effort to raise awareness about the need to protect the world's oceans and marine ecosystems. Your activity will also help at the local level by improving the quality of the marine environment near you. Dive In is a great way to get your local community involved in marine conservation, and it's a great way for businesses to show clients that you care. It's easy, it's fun and it works. ------ WHAT IS DIVE IN TO EARTH DAY? ----- Dive In To Earth Day is an international Earth Day celebration with marine conservation activities taking place during the week of April 15-22 with a common theme: to remind the public that over 70% of the planet is covered by water and our marine resources need to be protected. ------ WHO CAN ORGANIZE A DIVE IN ACTIVITY? ------ Anyone can! It's easy. You don't have to be a diver and you don't have to live on the coast. All you need is a love for the underwater world and some creativity. Past organizers include dive shops and dive clubs, community groups, non-profit organizations, teachers, students, scientists, aquariums, etc. Joining the celebrations this year are celebrities and environmental heroes such as Dr. Sylvia Earle, Leonardo DiCaprio, Stan Waterman and William Shatner (see photos of our Host Committee at http://divein.coralreefalliance.org/HostCommittee). ----- WHAT KINDS OF ACTIVITIES ARE THERE? ----- Any marine-related conservation activity will do, whether it's cleaning trash from a beach, installing a mooring buoy, or doing a presentation for your local club or school. Over 50 countries have signed up to Dive In over the past three years. Examples of this year's activities include a fish count in Panama, a Sea Turtle Benefit dinner in Guam, a children's art contest in Italy and a beach cleanup in Bangladesh. To look through this year's activities, click on the "Find an Activity" link in the left navigation bar at: http://divein.coralreefalliance.org For highlights from 2001 visit: http://divein.coralreefalliance.org/2001highlights ----- HOW DO I ORGANIZE A DIVE IN ACTIVITY? ----- The Dive In To Earth Day website has plenty of tools and resources to help you organize your own Dive In Activity, such as tips for organizing an underwater or beach cleanup, tips for installing mooring buoys, fun names, and sample press releases. Just visit our "Tips for Organizers" page at: http://divein.coralreefalliance.org/toolsfororganizers. * Be sure to add your activity to the Dive In website so that people in your community can find your event. The more activities we have posted, the more successful Dive In will be as it will show the world and the media that people do care! The first 200 people to sign up will receive free posters. To search through the list of activities, or to add your own activity, go to http://divein.coralreefalliance.org and click on the "Find an Activity" or "Add an Activity" links in the navigation bar on the left. Don't forget to bring your camera to the Dive In activity, for a chance to win great prizes in the First Annual Dive In To Earth Day Photo Contest! For more information visit: http://divein.coralreefalliance.org/photocontest ----- I CAN'T ORGANIZE AN ACTIVITY. CAN I STILL HELP OUT? ----- Yes! We also need people to participate in activities. Check out the website closer to Earth Day to find an activity in your local community and Dive In! We also need help spreading the word about Dive In To Earth Day. You can help out by: - Posting the Dive In logo with a link on your website (http://divein.coralreefalliance.org/logoguidelines) - Forwarding this email to your colleagues, friends and family - Supporting Dive In by purchasing Dive In t-shirts and posters (http://divein.coralreefalliance.org/merchandise) ----- WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DIVE IN? ----- We all are! Dive In To Earth Day is a collaborative effort, bringing together non-governmental organizations, scientists, dive shops, schools and ocean lovers from around the world to help protect our planet's marine resources. Dive In To Earth Day was launched in 2000 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Earth Day. The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) is once again coordinating the event with the help of Dive Equipment and Marketing Association (DEMA), Earth Day Network, International Coral Reef Action Network (ICRAN), Project AWARE Foundation and West Marine, as well as several Partner Organizations including Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF) and Reef Check. If you have any further questions, please contact divein@coral.org. Thank you for Diving In To Earth Day! Regards, Sherry Flumerfelt Dive In To Earth Day Coordinator ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) 2014 Shattuck Ave Berkeley, CA 94704 Tel:(510) 848-0110 Fax:(510) 848-3720 Email: divein@coral.org Toll-free number:1-888-CORAL REEF http://divein.coralreefalliance.org/ http://www.coral.org/ "Working together to keep coral reefs alive." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: CRTF National Action Plan Date: Tue, 12 Mar 2002 17:17:30 -0600 From: Mary Gray Davidson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force National Action Plan released in the year 2000? Thank you for your reply. Mary Gray Davidson University of Iowa, J.D. 2002 Fellow, University of Iowa Center for Human Rights Tel: 319/338-4778 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: MPA- Again Date: Wed, 13 Mar 2002 21:23:58 +0800 From: pacaqts Organization: Pacific Aqua-Tech Systems Sdn. Bhd. To: Coral-L Hello All @ Coral-L, On this MPA & Numbers issue... I am both surprised and disappointed that the 'numbers' simply are not 'readily available.' I am to assume that my 'political counterparts' know this as well - as they have challenged me for such. I think we - as scientists - need to make 'business & science' a bit more transparent in this year of 2002 or we will see more an more ecosystems compromised. This word 'compromise' was taken from a politician friend here in Sabah...as a 'cute-sy' term indicating 'eradication or modified [ecosystem] for commercial exploitation.' This is serious 'business' people and action is needed rather than 'arm-chair' rhetoric's based on 'who did that paper..or who knows who at whatever lab or institution.' Meanwhile....fish are raped from the reefs of Sabah-Sulu Sea with cyanide every day...a silent killer verses the bomb that 'makes a boom.' Giant clams are almost extinct in the region as a result of Taiwanese/Chinese [no difference except their flag & politics] pillaging. In short, I need to convince the Sabah State Gov that 'their rice bowl' will be filled too ...as well as the MPA being able to operate & survive - if eco-tourism 'foots-the-bill!'. Cheers, Don Baker LBT-MPA Sandakan-Sabah-Sulu Sea Subject: RE: MPA- Again Date: Wed, 13 Mar 2002 12:27:57 -0500 From: "John McManus" To: "pacaqts" , "Coral-L" I think you may be asking for something that is either ten years away or not even possible. In the papers you have seen cited, there are several examples in which the increases in fish biomass were documented and others in which the total fisheries return was compared with and without the reserve. If you put a no-take zone in amidst heavy overfishing, the chances are very high that you will get more fish biomass in the reserve over time. As far as how much fisheries production you will get -- that is a very site specific and depends on many variables. I think in 5 or 10 years, the new agent-based modeling approaches many of us are working on may be able to give a crude idea of what that production might or might not be given specifics from your situation. However, you are talking about a complex ecological problem that is always likely to have a high degree of uncertainty in the "numbers". I agree that we need to do a lot more work in support of management decision-making. However, we certainly have enough information now on which to take action. Note that this is not much different than making predictions on the stock market (where the same new modeling approach is increasingly used). If we expect to make management decisions in the absence of uncertainty, we may have an infinite wait. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4600 www.ncoremiami.org Subject: Re: CRTF National Action Plan Date: Wed, 13 Mar 2002 14:47:24 -0500 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration To: Mary Gray Davidson CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Mary Gray Davidson wrote: > Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy of the U.S. Coral Reef Task > Force National Action Plan released in the year 2000? Reply: Copies of the "National Action Plan to Conserve Coral Reefs" (US Coral Reef Task Force, 2000) and other information on the Task Force (accomplishment reports etc) are available from the cochairs or staff contacts listed below. Please note that this information is also available on the Task Force web site (http://coralreef.gov/) (WEB SITE IS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE DUE TO COURT ORDERED SHUTDOWN OF SITES MAINTAINED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR) Co-Chairs, U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Honorable Gale A. Norton Secretary of the Interior 1849 C Street, NW (MS 7229) Washington, D.C. 20240-0001 P: 202-208-3928 F: 202-208-4694 email: gale_norton@ios.doi.gov (NOTE: MOST DOINTERIOR EMAIL AND WEB SITES ARE NOT OPERATING DUE TO COURT ORDER) Vice Admiral Conrad C. Lautenbacher Under Secretary and Administrator National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce 14TH & CONST AVE NW RM. 5128 WASHINGTON DC 20230-0001 PH: (202)482-3436 FAX:(202)408-9674 Internet Address: Conrad.C.Lautenbacher@noaa.gov Staff contacts: Susan White US Fish and Wildlife Service Department of the Interior 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Rm 670 Arlington, VA 22203 ph: 703.358.2415 fx: 703.358.1929 email: susan_white@fws.gov Roger Griffis National Ocean Service National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 1305 East West Highway (SSMC 10116/ORR) Silver Spring, MD 20910 P: 301-713-2989x115 F: 301-713-4389 email: roger.b.griffis@noaa.gov Mary Gray Davidson wrote: > Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy of the U.S. Coral Reef Task > Force National Action Plan released in the year 2000? > > Thank you for your reply. > > Mary Gray Davidson > University of Iowa, J.D. 2002 > Fellow, University of Iowa Center for Human Rights > Tel: 319/338-4778 > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: quotation Date: Wed, 13 Mar 2002 09:59:23 -1000 From: Bruce Carlson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov We are working on a short video program about coral reefs. A quote we want to use is something to this effect: "coral reefs are the crown jewels of planet earth" Can we ascribe this statement to someone out there, or has this phrase been used many times by many different authors? Thanks Bruce Carlson Waikiki Aquarium ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: MPA- Again Date: Thu, 14 Mar 2002 11:33:02 +1000 From: "Mark Tupper" To: , "pacaqts" Don and Coral-L, Two thoughts: 1. If you are planning these MPAs with eco-tourism in mind, then there are some "numbers" you can refer to. Murray Rudd (now at DFO in Nova Scotia - I don't believe he subscribes to this list) has done extensive research on nonextractive valuation of reef resources in the Turks & Caicos Islands. His research has shown that the nonconsumptive value of grouper and lobster to the dive tourism industry is high, and that depletion of grouper stocks may cost more to local economies than conservation of these stocks. To get the numbers, read: Rudd MA. 2001. The non-extractive value of spiny lobster, Panulirus argus, in the Turks & Caicos Islands. Environmental Conservation 38: 226-234. Rudd MA, Danylchuk AJ, Gore SA, Tupper MH. 2002. Are marine protected areas in the Turks & Caicos Islands ecologically or economically valuable? In: Proceedings of the International Conference on the Economics of Marine Protected Areas. Fisheries Center Research Reports 9(8). (I don't have the page numbers handy, but you can order a copy at http://www.fisheries.ubc.ca/Reports/fcrr.htm). Rudd MA, Tupper MH. 2002. The impact of Nassau grouper size and abundance on scuba diver site selection and MPA economics. Coastal Management 30: 133-151. (This will be out in the April issue, contact me for a reprint). 2. If explosives, poisons and foreign fleets are that big a problem in Sabah's fisheries, then I wonder if it might not be better to put available time and money into reducing destructive fishing practices and illegal foreign fishing before establishing MPAs. Addressing those problems first might gain some support among the local fishing communities (at least those that don't use dynamite and/or cyanide). That, in turn, may help to establish MPAs with better compliance from local fishers. In effect you are showing your support for local fishers by "siding against the foreign fleets" (though I hate to phrase it in such combative terms). That's just off the top of my head, and I'd appreciate any comments/responses from other Coral Listers who may have experience with such issues Cheers, Mark Tupper Dr. Mark Tupper, Assistant Professor University of Guam Marine Laboratory UOG Station, Mangilao Guam 96923, USA Tel. 671-735-2185; Fax 671-734-6767 Coordinator, Marine Protected Areas Research Group http://www.uog.edu/marinelab/mpa/index.html Subject: Echinoid Character Set Date: Thu, 14 Mar 2002 10:13:11 -0500 From: "Bruce Neill" To: In the spirit of the Tree of Life Initiative, and to facilitate communication among researchers interested in systematic analyses of regular echinoids, I would like to compile a morphological character-set potentially suitable for systematic analysis of any regular echinoid group. As characters are submitted, I will compile a list (citing the source (author and/or publication - if appropriate) of the characters). Once the character-set is completed, I will make it available on appropriate list-servers and any other media in which it might be suitably presented (e.g., the Echinoderm Newsletter). If you are interested in commenting on, or contributing to this character-set list, please reply to me (off-list) at bneill@bestweb.net. I will gather the addresses of those interested parties and proceed to compile the character-set. My apologies for cross-postings. Bruce Neill, Ph.D. bneill@bestweb.net ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: World Atlas of Coral Reefs Date: Thu, 14 Mar 2002 17:15:37 +0000 From: "Mark Spalding" To: For those interested, a second print-run has just become available. We have incorporated a small number of corrections, and for any people who have copies of the first print-run you can down-load the corrected pages from our web-site: http://www.unep-wcmc.org/marine/coralatlas/index.htm Others may wish to look at sample pages on the same site. Finally, I will be leaving employment at UNEP-WCMC from today and will be working freelance. Although I hope to maintain a close association with UNEP-WCMC, queries relating to the Centre's work or interests should now be addressed to Ed Green, or to: information@unep-wcmc.org My personal contact details are below. All best Mark __________________________________________ Mark Spalding, PhD Consultant Marine Ecologist and Research Associate, Cambridge Coastal Research Unit University of Cambridge Home: 17 The Green, Ashley, Newmarket, CB8 9EB, UK e-mail: mark@mdspalding.co.uk Tel: +44 1638 730760 (Home) --------------------------------------------------------------- This E-mail and any attachments are private, intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, they have been sent to you in error: any use of information in them is strictly prohibited. The employer reserves the right to monitor the content of the message and any reply received. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Options for small island groups? Date: Fri, 15 Mar 2002 13:59:17 +0300 From: "Sangeeta Mangubhai" To: Coral-listers, I am currently doing a paper looking at conservation/sustainable use options for reef resources of small islands/island groups and would like some assistance obtaining literature on 'real-life' examples from different parts of the world. I need to assess various options to determine their environmental and socio-economic costs and benefits, in the short and long term. The areas I lack information on: 1. Conservation Endowments 2. Rights Purchasing (e.go. Fishing Licenses) 3. Land Purchasing - I know of the TNC/Palmyra Atoll only - but a contact person for this project would be welcome. Can you please direct me to any of the following: (1) projects (and their contacts), (2) reports/papers, and/or (3) websites. In addition, I would be interested in hearing from those who have done similar assessments/options papers with regard to the assessment criteria they use to determine which is the more feasible options. This is a management orientated question - please let me know if there are other emailing lists I should try and contact and send them this query. Thank you in advance. Sangeeta *********************************************** Sangeeta Mangubhai P.O. Box 10135 Bamburi Mombasa KENYA Tel: +254-(011)-474-582 Email: smangubhai@africaonline.co.ke Subject: Seeking Course Information Date: Fri, 15 Mar 2002 09:03:19 -0500 From: McCarty and Peters To: Coral Reef List Server Dear All, The Education and Outreach Committee of the Coral Disease and Health Consortium (sponsored by the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force and federal agencies) is compiling information on courses and training programs offered by institutions or individuals related to any aspect of coral health or disease (for example, basic coral biology, systematics, algal symbiosis, cnidarian physiology, microbiology, histopathology). If you teach a course or know of one being offered, please send the course title, institution, instructor and contact information, brief description, whether offered for credit to undergraduates or graduates, and approximate date(s) offered to me at mccarty_and_peters@compuserve.com This information will be presented in a report and other formats being prepared by the Consortium to help students and professionals identify resources for training in this field. Thank you very much! Esther Peters, Ph.D. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Inquiry Date: Sat, 16 Mar 2002 09:49:07 +0300 From: "M.G. Visram" To: Dear coral listers, Does anyone know of an accurate and reliable method for estimating the areal density of zooxanthellae in Pocillopora damicornis besides the use of tin-foil paper, which I find neither acurate nor practical for this species due to the thin and intricate branching nature of the skeleton. many thanks, Shakil Visram Subject: Anyone working on agent-based reef models? Date: Sun, 17 Mar 2002 16:41:30 -0500 From: "John McManus" To: "Coral List" Dear Colleagues, NCORE and its partner institutions will be setting up various activities involving people who are currently or will soon be applying agent-based models to coral reefs or related coastal environments, including coastal human communities. If this applies to you, please write us a short paragraph on the project you are involved with. Please copy to cdickman@rsmas.miami.edu. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4910 www.ncoremiami.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Updating your information Date: Sun, 17 Mar 2002 16:51:32 -0500 From: "John McManus" To: "Coral List" Dear Colleagues: Many of us who set up workshops often need to find specialists in particular areas. One of the best sources of such information, as well as email addresses, is the CHAMP Online Coral Researchers Directory. I find that some of the information there is long out-of-date. Thus, some people may be missing out on important opportunities. I encourage everyone to keep this information current. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4910 www.ncoremiami.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral Bleaching Nou Caledonia Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 06:07:45 +0000 From: "Posa A. Skelton" To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: c.wilkinson@aims.gov.au, fisheries@samoa.ws, fishery@vanuatu.com.vu, south_r@usp.ac.fj, hay_c@usp.ac.fj, kumar_l@usp.ac.fj, lovell@is.com.fj Dear Coral Listers, Below is a message from one of our GCRMN national coordinators in Noumea, New Caledonia. -------------------------------------------------------------------- >to whom it may concern, >this is just to point out the fact that large areas of bleaching is >occuring in New >Caledonia. >Further information will be sent later > > >------------------------------------------------------------------- >Prière de répondre à env@province-sud.nc >Chef du service de l'environnement >DEVINCK François Posa A. Skelton Marine Studies Programme The University of the South Pacific Suva, FIJI ISLANDS skelton_p@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral Bleaching in Reunion Island Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 11:52:14 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "Posa A. Skelton" CC: Thank you Posa for this interessant information. Here, in Reunion Island is some bleaching in 2 sites, just because of the mud imported by the last hurricane Dina in january, but not now due to the sea T°C. And, to my mind and when I compare the sea temperature we have in our reefs, because of the rains due to the 2 hurricanes we have had since the beginning of this year, the seawater T°C is 1°C less than the last 2 years. So I think that this year, we will not have bleaching caused by too high temperatures, but perhaps due to rains and mud in freshwater imported by hurricanes. Many thanks, and have a nice day Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm ----- Original Message ----- From: Posa A. Skelton To: Cc: ; ; ; ; ; ; Sent: Monday, March 18, 2002 9:07 AM Subject: Coral Bleaching Nou Caledonia > Dear Coral Listers, > > Below is a message from one of our GCRMN national coordinators in Noumea, > New Caledonia. > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- > >to whom it may concern, > >this is just to point out the fact that large areas of bleaching is > >occuring in New > >Caledonia. > >Further information will be sent later > > > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------- > >Prière de répondre à env@province-sud.nc > >Chef du service de l'environnement > >DEVINCK François > > > > Posa A. Skelton > Marine Studies Programme > The University of the South Pacific > Suva, FIJI ISLANDS > skelton_p@hotmail.com > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Journal referencing? Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 14:54:34 +0300 From: "Sangeeta Mangubhai" To: Apologies for my non-coral/technical query. Is there a website I can access to look through an electronic version of the "World List of Scientific Periodicals" (Butterworths, London"? Most my web searches have led me to libraries (for which I am not a member) or only to a library reference number. Thanks Sangeeta Subject: repeat message Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 15:32:28 +0000 (GMT Standard Time) From: Toby Gardner To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Apologies to the list. A message I originally sent 2 weeks ago has just reappeared in my in box, I presume everyone got it twice. Jim Hendee - Has something upset the server ? Toby Toby Gardner Centre for Ecology, Evolution and Conservation School of Biological Sciences University East Anglia Norwich NR4 7TJ Tel: 01603 610340 Email: t.gardner@uea.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: repeat message Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 12:38:07 -0500 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: t.gardner@uea.ac.uk CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov There are several reasons a message may not make it to you soon after it is sent. a) The person who sent it sent it from another email address from that which there are known to coral-list as. This happens a lot. For instance, Joe@somewhere.com sends a message, but he registered as Joe@email.somewhere.com. Or, the send is now at another institution, but forgot to let me (or better, majordomo@coral.aoml.noaa.gov) know. Quite often I just forward the message instead of hassling the sender and try to find out who the guy/gal was so I can change their email address for them. b) The message gets stopped in cyberspace because a server or route was temporarily down. c) The email queue on the coral-list server stacks up messages that were attempted to be delivered, but couldn't for whatever reason, then it tries again. d) Other. In other words, I haven't a clue. Please, when you change email addresses, let me know, or better yet, use the procedure as it was outlined to you when you got your Welcome Message. Thanks! Cheers, Jim Toby Gardner wrote: > Apologies to the list. > > A message I originally sent 2 weeks ago has just reappeared > in my in box, I presume everyone got it twice. > > Jim Hendee - Has something upset the server ? > > Toby > > Toby Gardner > Centre for Ecology, Evolution and Conservation > School of Biological Sciences > University East Anglia > Norwich NR4 7TJ > Tel: 01603 610340 > Email: t.gardner@uea.ac.uk > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: repeat message Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 12:38:07 -0500 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: t.gardner@uea.ac.uk CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov There are several reasons a message may not make it to you soon after it is sent. a) The person who sent it sent it from another email address from that which there are known to coral-list as. This happens a lot. For instance, Joe@somewhere.com sends a message, but he registered as Joe@email.somewhere.com. Or, the send is now at another institution, but forgot to let me (or better, majordomo@coral.aoml.noaa.gov) know. Quite often I just forward the message instead of hassling the sender and try to find out who the guy/gal was so I can change their email address for them. b) The message gets stopped in cyberspace because a server or route was temporarily down. c) The email queue on the coral-list server stacks up messages that were attempted to be delivered, but couldn't for whatever reason, then it tries again. d) Other. In other words, I haven't a clue. Please, when you change email addresses, let me know, or better yet, use the procedure as it was outlined to you when you got your Welcome Message. Thanks! Cheers, Jim Toby Gardner wrote: > Apologies to the list. > > A message I originally sent 2 weeks ago has just reappeared > in my in box, I presume everyone got it twice. > > Jim Hendee - Has something upset the server ? > > Toby > > Toby Gardner > Centre for Ecology, Evolution and Conservation > School of Biological Sciences > University East Anglia > Norwich NR4 7TJ > Tel: 01603 610340 > Email: t.gardner@uea.ac.uk > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Inquiry Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 11:30:38 -0700 From: "C. Mark Eakin" Organization: NOAA/NGDC Paleoclimatology To: "M.G. Visram" CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov People have also used wax and dye dip methods that assume that the amount of material retained on the skeleton is a reasonable estimate of surface area. In the former, the wax adhering to the skeleton is melted back off and weighed. In the latter, the dye is suspended in a known volume of sovlent and tested colorometrically. There are also photographic techniques that might be applicable, but could be difficult to apply to P. damicornis. See the following: Hoegh-Guldberg, O. (1988). "A method for determining the surface area of corals." Coral Reefs 7(3): 113-116. Ben-Zion, M., Y. Achituv, et al. (1991). "A photographic, computerized method for measurements of surface area in Millepora." Symbiosis 10: 115-121. "M.G. Visram" wrote: > Dear coral listers, Does anyone know of an accurate and reliable method > for estimating the areal density of zooxanthellae in Pocillopora > damicornis besides the use of tin-foil paper, which I find neither acurate > nor practical for this species due to the thin and intricate branching > nature of the skeleton. many thanks, Shakil Visram -- C. Mark Eakin, Ph.D. Chief of NOAA Paleoclimatology Program and Director of the World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA/National Geophysical Data Center 325 Broadway E/GC Boulder, CO 80305-3328 Voice: 303-497-6172 Fax: 303-497-6513 Internet: mark.eakin@noaa.gov http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/paleo/paleo.html C. Mark Eakin Chief and Director of World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA / NGDC Paleoclimatology Program C. Mark Eakin Chief and Director of World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA / NGDC Paleoclimatology Program 325 Broadway, E/GCx3 Fax: 303-497-6513 Boulder Work: 303-497-6172 CO Conference Software Address 80305-3328 Specific Directory Server USA Additional Information: Last Name Eakin First Name C. Mark Version 2.1 Subject: Re: Sea urchin mortality at the Johnson Atoll Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 11:41:16 -0700 From: "C. Mark Eakin" Organization: NOAA/NGDC Paleoclimatology To: Harilaos Lessios CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I suggest that people also should collect as wide a variety of physical data as possible. At least temperature and any unusual salinity values. here has been some indication that such infestations could be more destructive at higher temperatures. Data are needed to test this and other hypotheses that may link the diseases to physical factors. Mark Harilaos Lessios wrote: > Lindsey Hays, the refuge manager at the Johnson Atoll, reports widespread mortality of Echinothrix (and maybe Diadema as well) all around the Atoll. It seems that most of the sea urchins got sick and died rapidly. He is making efforts to collect samples, so that the pathogens and the hosts can be identified. > > This may turn out to be a localized phenomenon, but this is what we initially thought about the Diadema mortality in the Caribbean as well. Just in case it spreads, it would be very useful for people in other areas in the Pacific (particularly Hawaii and the Marshall Islands) to be ready for it. Surveys to determine population density of Echinothrix and Diadema done now in unaffected areas can provide data that will become extremely valuable. > > It would also be a good idea to know ahead of time what to do if the mortality should appear elsewhere. It is all common sense, but when things are happening in a hurry, it is good to have a list. If you notice sick or dying sea urchins anywhere in the central Pacific: > > 1.Note the date of the observation, and also note the date that populations were last seen to be healthy. > > 2. Collect specimens. Some should be kept in 95% ethanol, some in 5% formaldehyde, some frozen and (if possible) some should be cooled down on ice for fast shipment to a microbiologist. > > 3. If there are still healthy-looking animals around, collect some of these too, so that their bacterial fauna can be compared with that of the sick ones. > > 4. If you have the time and the inclination, mark areas where the mortality is occurring and areas where it does not seam to have reached yet. Then monitor these areas by counting numbers of healthy, sick and dead animals. > > 5. Keep looking, even after the time that it seems that all the Echinothrix is dead. You may notice new ones emerging after a while (it happened with Diadema antillarum). > > 6. Don't expect the tests to stay around for very long. They break down to unrecognizable ossicles in a matter of days (parrot fish may help). > > I hope that none of this will be necessary, because whatever is killing the sea urchins at the Johnson Atoll will remain there. Lindsay Hayes did a great job of contacting people as soon as he realized that something was amiss. I wanted to spread the world around more widely in case things get worse. > > Haris Lessios > > **************************** > H.A. Lessios > Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute > Balboa, Panama > > Telephone: +507/212-8708 > Fax: +507/212-8790 or 212-8791 > >From the US (domestic call): 202/786-2099 x 8708 > Mail address: > >From the USA: > Unit 0948 > APO AA 34002-0948 > >From elsewhere: > Box 2072 > Balboa, Panama > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. -- C. Mark Eakin, Ph.D. Chief of NOAA Paleoclimatology Program and Director of the World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA/National Geophysical Data Center 325 Broadway E/GC Boulder, CO 80305-3328 Voice: 303-497-6172 Fax: 303-497-6513 Internet: mark.eakin@noaa.gov http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/paleo/paleo.html --------------------------------------------------------------------- C. Mark Eakin Chief and Director of World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA / NGDC Paleoclimatology Program C. Mark Eakin Chief and Director of World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA / NGDC Paleoclimatology Program 325 Broadway, E/GCx3 Fax: 303-497-6513 Boulder Work: 303-497-6172 CO Conference Software Address 80305-3328 Specific Directory Server USA Additional Information: Last Name Eakin First Name C. Mark Version 2.1 Subject: Re: Inquiry Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 14:00:16 -0600 (CST) From: John Dawson To: "C. Mark Eakin" CC: "M.G. Visram" , A more recent publication: J. C. Bythell, P. Pan, J. Lee. Three-dimensional morphometric measurements of reef corals using underwater photogrammetry techniques. Coral Reefs (2001) 20: 193-199 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ John P. Dawson Ph.D. candidate - Department of Geoscience 121 Trowbridge Hall | The University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA 52242 Tel: (319)-335-1805 | Fax: (319)-335-1821 | jdwsn@blue.weeg.uiowa.edu ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ On Mon, 18 Mar 2002, C. Mark Eakin wrote: > People have also used wax and dye dip methods that assume that the amount of material retained on the skeleton is a > reasonable estimate of surface area. In the former, the wax adhering to the skeleton is melted back off and weighed. In the > latter, the dye is suspended in a known volume of sovlent and tested colorometrically. There are also photographic > techniques that might be applicable, but could be difficult to apply to P. damicornis. See the following: > > Hoegh-Guldberg, O. (1988). "A method for determining the surface area of corals." Coral Reefs 7(3): 113-116. > > Ben-Zion, M., Y. Achituv, et al. (1991). "A photographic, computerized method for measurements of surface area in Millepora." > Symbiosis 10: 115-121. > > > "M.G. Visram" wrote: > Dear coral listers, Does anyone know of an accurate and reliable method for estimating the areal density of > zooxanthellae in Pocillopora damicornis besides the use of tin-foil paper, which I find neither acurate nor > practical for this species due to the thin and intricate branching nature of the skeleton. many thanks, Shakil > Visram > > -- > C. Mark Eakin, Ph.D. > Chief of NOAA Paleoclimatology Program and > Director of the World Data Center for Paleoclimatology > > NOAA/National Geophysical Data Center > 325 Broadway E/GC > Boulder, CO 80305-3328 > Voice: 303-497-6172 Fax: 303-497-6513 > Internet: mark.eakin@noaa.gov > http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/paleo/paleo.html > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: NOAA Levies $112,000 in Penalties for Tortugas Reserve Violations Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 15:23:00 -0500 From: "Cheva Heck" Organization: NOAA To: Coral List For Immediate Release: March 14, 2002 Contact: Cheva Heck Public Affairs Officer Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary 305.292.0311 305.304.0179 (cell) NOAA Levies $112,000 in Penalties for First Tortugas Ecological Reserve Violations Key West, Florida National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) attorneys have issued citations totaling $112,000 in the first eight cases against vessels charged with poaching in the highly protected waters of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary’s Tortugas Ecological Reserve. “We hope the substantial penalties in these cases send the message that NOAA will not stand by while an unscrupulous few raid the waters of the Tortugas Ecological Reserve,” said Sanctuary Superintendent Billy Causey. “We thank our partners, the United States Coast Guard and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, for their assistance in ensuring that law-abiding citizens will see the reserve’s benefits become a reality.” Three of the eight cases involve shrimp boats observed by a United States Coast Guard cutter in the Tortugas North section of the reserve on January 22nd, 2002. ®A $20,000 citation was issued against Donald Tomko, operator, and G.F. Partnership, owner, of the Fishing Vessel (F/V) Green Flash of Ft. Myers, Florida. In addition, 1,773 lbs. of shrimp were seized and sold. ®A $20,000 citation was issued against Paul Mendres, operator, and Perseverance I LLC, owner, of the F/V Perseverance I of Ft. Myers, FL. In addition, 2,503 lbs. of shrimp were seized and sold. The Green Flash and the Perseverance I share the same owners, operating under different corporate names. ® A $12,000 citation was issued against Son Truong Vo, operator, and Nhan Tran, owner, of the F/V Daylight II of Bayou La Batre, Alabama. In addition, 1,062 lbs. of shrimp were seized and sold. A fourth Coast Guard case made on January 24, 2002 in Tortugas North resulted in a $12,000 citation against Paul Van Thai, owner/operator of the F/V Mayflower of D’Iberville, Mississippi. In addition, 5,207 lbs. of shrimp were seized and sold. On February 1, 2002, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officers made cases against two vessels fishing for reef fish (such as snapper and grouper) in Tortugas North: ® A $12,000 citation was issued against Ernesto Oliver, operator, and Elio Quesada, owner of the F/V 3 Hermanos of Key West, Florida. In addition, 1,123 lbs. of mixed reef fish were seized and sold. ® A $12,000 citation was issued against Roberto Rojas, Jr., owner/operator of the F/V El Cheve of Key West, Florida. In addition, 1,047 lbs. of mixed reef fish were seized and sold. NOAA attorneys charged all six vessels with fishing in Tortugas North, entering Tortugas North without a permit and anchoring in Tortugas North without a permit. FWC officers made two additional cases on January 26, 2002 in the Tortugas South section of the reserve. ® A $12,000 citation was issued against Jose L. Miranda Corrales, operator, and Pablo and Pedro Rioseco, owners, of the F/V Francisco of Key West, Florida. In addition, the vessel abandoned 33 lbs. of yellowtail snapper. ® A $12,000 citation was issued against Horacio Gonzalez, owner/operator of the F/V El Sol of Key West, Florida. In addition, the vessel abandoned 239 lbs. of mixed reef fish. NOAA attorneys charged the two vessels with fishing in Tortugas South, entering Tortugas South and failing to maintain continuous transit, and anchoring in Tortugas South. “The Tortugas reserve was established through a collaborative process in which commercial fishermen played a major role. The commercial fishing industry has had plenty of time to learn about the regulations,” said NOAA attorney Robin Jung. “ These cases should serve as a warning. In the future, penalties will most likely be even higher.” Regulations in the federal waters of the Tortugas Ecological Reserve took effect March 8, 2001, and rules in state waters followed on July 1, 2001. The entire reserve is closed to fishing and anchoring. Vessels may enter Tortugas North via a free, no-paperwork access permit. Visitors may dive in Tortugas North, and mooring boys are available. Vessels may enter Tortugas South only if they maintain continuous transit through the area with fishing gear stowed. Diving and snorkeling are prohibited. For more information on the Tortugas Ecological Reserve, visit the Sanctuary’s web site at http://www.fknms.nos.noaa.gov or call 305.292.0311. ##### Subject: Re: Inquiry Date: Tue, 19 Mar 2002 03:32:36 -0600 From: Joshua Feingold To: "M.G. Visram" CC: Shakil, I have had good success with the "wax method" to determine the surface area= =20 of complex shapes like the branches of Pocillopora. The basic method is to dry the coral to a constant weight, then dip it in=20 melted paraffin (paraplast), let the wax harden and then weigh the coral=20 and wax again. The surface area will be proportional to the increase in=20 weight. I used this technique on Psammocora and in standardization trials=20 found that wax weight was significantly correlated to coral surface area (p= =20 << 0.001, r =3D 0.996). This method was originally described and used on Pocillopora in Glynn &=20 D'Croz (1990) Experimental evidence for high temperature stress as the=20 cause of the El Ni=F1o-coincident coral mortality. Coral Reefs, 8:181-191. Cheers, Joshua Feingold Nova Southeastern University Oceanographic Center Dania Beach, Florida, USA At 09:49 AM 03/16/2002 +0300, you wrote: >Dear coral listers, > >Does anyone know of an accurate and reliable method for estimating the=20 >areal density of zooxanthellae in Pocillopora damicornis besides the use=20 >of tin-foil paper, which I find neither acurate nor practical for this=20 >species due to the thin and intricate branching nature of the skeleton. > >many thanks, > >Shakil Visram > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: repeat message Date: Tue, 19 Mar 2002 13:44:56 -0500 From: "Jim Hendee" To: David Tapley , coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Sorry, I didn't mean to intimate the whole problem lies with the senders. I think it is also a problem with the mail queue, the priority of the messages (set by majordomo), and probably the nature of the actual server being so old. I sometimes look in the queue and see that some messages are a week old--for some reason they weren't able to make it out. We are transitioning to a new server, so hopefully the problem will go away soon. Thanks for your patience. cheers, Jim David Tapley wrote: > I'm not sure if you are aware of this, but I too receive late > messages from time to time, and I assume several others do as well. > > It has happened maybe three times since I subscribed a few months ago. > > Here is what happens: I start receiving messages from anywhere to a > few hours to several weeks old, one every few minutes. I have a > cluttered inbox, so I usually don't know it's happening until I see a > message arrive, but it's nowhere to be seen until I scroll up a > hundred messages or so and lo and behold, there it is, and there are > some other messages I didn't know where there. I then keep wathcing > as I check mail, and the derlayed messages trickle in for a day or > two. > > So I don't think the problem is with an individual sender or > recipient, it seems to be with the listserver. In this last bout I'd > estimate I received about thirty very delayed messages within a day > or two. > > Coral-list is the only list among the several to which I belong that > exhibits this phenomenon. > > Hope this helps. > > David > ~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~- > David W. Tapley vox: 978-542-6381 > Assistant Professor fax: 978-542-6863 > Introductory Biology Coordinator > Department of Biology > Salem State College > 352 Lafayette St. > Salem, MA 01970 dtapley@salemstate.edu > ~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: phd studentship; Durham, UK Date: Tue, 19 Mar 2002 19:03:14 -0000 From: "Ben Horton" To: CC: "Jim Hendee" NERC Industrial Case Fellowship 2002: Sea-level change and coastal evolution: impacts on Wakatobi National Park, Indonesia. This Project has been awarded a NERC Industrial Case Studentship. For more information on how to apply, please contact Dr Ben Horton, Department of Geography, University of Durham, UK. Tel (+44 191) 374 2486; B.P.Horton@Durham.ac.uk; http://www.geography.dur.ac.uk/postgrad_info/index.html Deadline for applications: 9th April 2002 Supervisors: Dr Benjamin P. Horton, Professor Ian Shennan (University of Durham); Dr Charlotte Bryant (NERC Radiocarbon Laboratory); and Dr Tim Coles (Operation Wallacea Ltd). Detrimental changes to the marine environment, whether related to factors such as altered anthropogenic practices or climate variations, are a major concern to all those involved in research into, or the preservation of, modern reefs and their associated biota. Natural influences, such as tectonics and relative sea- level (RSL) change, have had a major effect on the marine environment and reef development through time. It is only through knowledge of past environmental change and influencing factors that we can hope to understand and quantify modern changes and human impact on the environment. Any changes to the marine environment of Wakatobi Marine National Park would affect the conservation value of the area, damage ecosystems and concern the dive and research tourism, and back-packer market of Operation Wallacea Ltd. The fieldwork will consist of 2 summer seasons within Wakotobi National Park, Indonesia, with subsequent analysis based at the University of Durham. The aims of this work are to: (1) To develop a quantitative palaeoenvironmental reconstruction technique that can be used to provide accurate reconstructions of Holocene sea-level history from a variety of sedimentary environments; (2) To generate a high-resolution age model that can be combined with precise reconstruction of former sea levels to examine decadal to century scale fluctuations of sea-level change; (3) To evaluate controlling factors, such as sea-level rise, influencing modern marine environments, thereby allowing evaluation of processes affecting local and regional carbonate and reef development of Wakatobi Marine National Park, SE Sulawesi. Subject: RE: Black Water Date: Tue, 19 Mar 2002 14:55:57 -0600 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-List: A.G.Mayor (1902) reported a phenomenon referred to as "black water" that nearly eliminated all the staghorn corals (Acropora cervicornis) at Loggerhead Key in the Dry Tortugas, Florida in 1878. I bring this reference to the attention of the coral-list because of a moving area of "black water" that is presently being observed in the Gulf of Mexico off the southwest coast of Florida. I have attached clips and pieces of recent news highlights regarding this ongoing event below. To those working on reefs of Florida this will be interesting to follow. cheers, Bill William F. Precht ecological sciences Program Manager PBS&J see AG Mayor (1902) The Tortugas as a station for research in biology. Science 17:190-192 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------- Scientists intrigued by mysterious 'black water' phenomenon; collection of samples to begin today Tuesday, March 19, 2002 Naples Daily News http://www.naplesnews.com/02/03/naples/d720561a.htm By CATHY ZOLLO, crzollo@naplesnews.com MARATHON KEY - Scientists, environmentalists and fishermen agreed Monday that there needs to be aggressive research into what caused the black water phenomenon over recent months in the Gulf of Mexico. Researchers for Mote Marine Laboratory and Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary will try today to collect samples of the water that's been trapped in some areas of the Keys. Mote will send the samples to Florida Marine Research Institute for testing. Fishermen who've spent a lifetime on the water say they've never seen anything like the black mass of water that is now breaking up in the reefs and churning waters where the gulf meets the Atlantic. Most of the mass, which was first discovered south of Marco Island and heading south en masse, has dissipated in recent days, fishermen report. "It's still in the islands, still in the water. It's just mixed," said Tim Daniels, 58, and a fourth generation Keys fisherman. Now they say they're worried about what the fallout from its passage through sensitive habitat will be. Others wonder if they might be seeing some of its effects already. Since January when fishermen first noticed the black water, volunteers and researchers at Hidden Harbor Marine Environmental Project in Marathon Key say they've seen five turtles come in with unexplained pneumonia. The hospital takes in distressed and dying sea turtles, rehabilitates them and then releases them into the wild when that is possible. Oddly, the turtles seem only to have eaten sea sponges even though their diet is much more varied, said Richie Moretti, director of the project. "It's like there's nothing else out there for them to eat," said Sue Schaf, animal and education coordinator for the project. Fishermen noted that rafts of dead plants from the seabed followed the black water's movement through Florida Bay and into the Keys. They find the loss of habitat troubling, "You change the cycle of something in nature, and that's not good," said Rich Stiglitz, 48, who has been fishing the Keys since 1969. He and other fishermen have been watching the results of one imbalance that has left them with vast numbers of sea urchins chewing up sea grass and leaving no habitat for marine life behind. Researchers don't know what's causing the sea urchin boom. That phenomenon, growing in scope for more than a decade, is slowly taking over Florida Bay, Daniels said. Dr. Ellen Prager, associate dean of the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science at the University of Miami, traveled to the Keys on Monday to have a look for herself and said fishermen's descriptions of the water sound like some kind of algae or bacteria bloom. "Different organisms can create different blooms in different ways in different colors," Prager said. And this bloom, if that's what it is, could be the ocean-going equivalent of a 100 years flood, said Dr. Charles Messing, a professor and marine biologist from Nova Southeastern University. "It may be something we've never seen before," he said. That a bloom might move south from the Naples area and down through the Keys was not unusual, said Brian Keller, science coordinator for the Keys Sanctuary, but he said the black water is, and it has their interest. "At this stage, we just don't have a good idea of the source of the water," he said. Its collection and testing is the beginning. Hindering the search for a cause will be the many factors at play in the gulf at the time the phenomenon showed up, Messing said. Those variables include the temperature, salinity and chemical composition of the water and how it was moving. Environmentalists in the Keys said with one voice that more money needs to go into funding research. "We never have enough money," said Nancy Klingenger, Florida Keys program manager for the Ocean Conservancy. "Ocean ecosystems are so complex. It's so difficult to learn about them." Other environmentalists also said the public should demand funding for research, but DeeVon Quirolo, executive director of Reef Relief, a worldwide grass-roots organization dedicated to protecting coral reefs, said governments already know some of what they need to do, but the impetus to do it must come from public outcry. "We do know that the amount of pollution that is increasing in our oceans needs to be reduced so we can have healthy, clean oceans. Policy-makers have to take steps." Fishermen aren't optimistic that a solution is on the horizon. They've been reporting to scientists and government agencies for years about urchins gobbling up the sea grass habitat only to be told it's being studied. Part of the problem, Daniels said, is the lack of communication between fishermen and the people who study the oceans. "They don't want that tag on their work," he said, "that commercial fishermen helped them." ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------- Editorial: Experts should urgently plunge into 'black water' Tuesday, March 19, 2002 http://www.naplesnews.com/02/03/perspective/d710558a.htm The Naples Daily News GULF OF MEXICO Experts should urgently plunge into 'black water' Black water. Most of us have never heard of it. Of more concern, supposed scientific experts from public agencies who are supposed to keep abreast of such phenomenon, do not know what is going on. Now that it has been on the front page - ours, on Sunday - environmental and public health agencies will be hard pressed to ignore a huge patch of the Gulf of Mexico between Collier County and the Florida Keys where fish and other wildlife have been dying off for months. Until now, concerns of commercial fisherman, some of whom have reported strange and serious skin diseases, have been easy to cast aside because they lack a big, powerful lobby. Answers are of extra urgency due to today's headlines about national security. A spate of red tides and the idea of a marine counterpart to a black hole in space imperiling underwater sanctuaries prompt additional public interest. Answers are in order. Given all the bureaucratic firepower lined up for such jobs, newly alerted experts ought to leap into action. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Commercial fishermen demand answers to 'black water' mystery Sunday, March 17, 2002 Naples Daily News http://www.naplesnews.com/02/03/naples/d599686a.htm By CATHY ZOLLO, crzollo@naplesnews.com Commercial fishermen along the Southwest Florida coast are reporting a massive dead zone that is almost devoid of marine life in an area of the Gulf of Mexico traditionally known as a rich fishing ground. They've dubbed it black water, and they're demanding that local, state and national government agencies find out what's causing it. Scientists who have heard of the phenomenon say they, too, need answers. "It's killed a lot of the bottom because recently a lot of little bottom plants are coming to the surface dead and rotten out in the Gulf," said Tim Daniels, 58, a Marathon Key fish-spotting pilot who has been flying over the Gulf for more than 20 years. Like Daniels, fishermen with decades on the water say they've often seen red tide but they've never seen anything like this - it doesn't have a foul smell, it isn't red tide and it isn't oil. They describe it as viscous and slimy water with what looks like spider webs in it. First sighted in January, the mass of black-colored water reached from 20 miles north of Marathon Key halfway to Naples. It stretched west almost 20 miles into the Gulf of Mexico. Fishermen don't know if it's moved in from the north or offshore or if it originated in the coastal waters off Southwest Florida. Though somewhat smaller now than descriptions from January, the mass of water that is still quite large is moving into the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Created by Congress in 1990, the 2,800-square-mile Sanctuary adjacent to the Keys is the largest coral reef in the United States. It includes the productive waters of Florida Bay, the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Part of the ecosystem is an extensive nursery, feeding and breeding ground that supports a variety of marine species and a multimillion-dollar fishing industry that brings in almost 20 million pounds of seafood each year. Billy Causey, superintendent of the Sanctuary, told the Naples Daily News recently that there is real concern in the scientific community about the overall health of the Gulf. Causey said contributing to the problems afflicting the shallow body is global warming, extended periods when the Gulf waters aren't cooling in the winter, and the growing impact of human activity along coastlines. "What we're seeing is part of a bigger picture," Causey said. "We're seeing accelerated problems around periods of elevated temperatures." Those problems, beginning in the early 1980s, include more frequent and longer lasting coral bleaching events that by 1990 were affecting stouter coral reefs closer to shore and more adapted to wide temperature swings. "There are places that are still beautiful but the shallow reefs would make you cry," said Causey, a Keys diver since the 1950s. Scientists with Mote Marine Laboratory based in Sarasota said they are aware of the black water phenomenon but hadn't yet been able to test water samples. Erich Bartels, staff biologist at the Lab's Center for Tropical Research in the Keys, said he'd only seen samples too old for testing that were brought in by crabbers. "If you held it up to the light, it had a blackish tint to it," he said. "...If you have black water, there is something going on. It's some kind of dead zone. We just don't know. We're trying to get samples." Mote is willing to send out testing kits to fishermen who might encounter the black water zone, but Bartels said in the absence of a kit, fishermen could put a sample in a clean bottle and keep it in a cool, dark place until they could get it to a lab. Karen Steidinger, senior biology research scientist for the Florida Marine Research Institute in St. Petersburg, said she hadn't yet heard about the phenomenon. She said there's a summer release of brown water from the Shark River about 35 miles south of Marco Island, but she doubted the black water was that. The description relayed to her from fishermen didn't allow her to speculate on a cause. Steidinger said samples of the water that had been properly handled would provide the best answer. Black water surfaces Daniels said he first noticed the black water when he went out in mid-January, ahead of kingfish season, to see what fishermen had in store for 2002. When he was flying over water that was 50 feet deep and north of the Keys, Daniels began to notice a change in the water color. "I thought, 'What in the world is going on here?"' Daniels said. "I went out to the northwest and it was solid black. And I went to the west to get off of it - out to 70 or 80 feet of water north of the Marquesas (Islands) - and it was still there. I came back in and turned north of Key West and it went north. (More than) halfway to Naples from Key West, it was black across the whole place." Although there are almost no fish in the zone, Daniels said, the few that fishermen found there - and other fish that entered the water - reacted strangely. "You'd see them here and there, but they were jumping and running, not stopping - and acting different," Daniels said. "Like they didn't want to be there." Other pilots and fishermen report the same. Mike Richardson, based out of Everglades City, has been fish-spotting for 25 of his 50 years and said next to the normally green water, the black water stands out like night versus day. He's quit flying over it. "There's no sense going into it," he said. "You can't see anything." He hasn't seen dead fish in the water, though there have been numerous large fish kills in recent months off Southwest Florida. Most, according to the Florida Marine Research Institute, have been attributed to red tide - a naturally occurring microscopic organism in the water. Fishermen like Howie Grimm, 42, who has been in the business out of Everglades City since he was 15, insist the black water isn't red tide. "It's something totally different from anything I've seen," Grimm said. "We have to figure out what it is. There's no fish in it. It's like dead water." Richardson, too, has seen plenty of red tide, whose origins are still not fully understood by scientists. "This is not like anything I've ever seen," he said. When pilots from the air see boats move through a red tide zone, they often cut the reddish or brownish water to reveal green below. That doesn't occur in the black water. "This (dark) stuff goes all the way to the bottom," Richardson said. Boats that have 4 to 5 feet of hull below the surface cut through 35 to 40 feet of water and leave nothing but the same black water in their wakes. It's the same at depths of 15 feet, he said. "It didn't matter where they ran through it, nothing left a trail," Richardson said. Grimm has reported the phenomenon to officials from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, but said he hasn't heard back yet. That it's affected the fishery, commercial fishermen have no doubt. "I've net-fished for mackerel all my life," Daniels said. "This is the first year that we haven't caught one Spanish mackerel in the Marathon area. They're not there." The southeast corner of Florida Bay, an area flushed by Atlantic waters, is the only place fishermen are catching mackerel, and they're doing it with hooks and lines, he said. Symptoms of a sick Gulf? Along with the newly discovered black water and coral bleaching, there have been other problems with the Gulf that have been documented for years. They include a New Jersey-sized dead zone coming off the Mississippi River outlet to the Gulf that consumes a larger area each summer. There are incidences of a contamination known as fibro papiloma in green turtles that live in Florida Bay. And now fishermen from Fort Myers Beach to the Keys wonder if there might be new problems to worry about. They said there have been bigger fish kills that aren't making it onto government reports. The largest, many say, occurred late last year about 30 miles off Tampa Bay. It had shrimpers pulling up netloads of dead and decaying fish off the bottom, they said. Some shrimpers based on Fort Myers Beach worry that a recent and unexplained slew of flesh-destroying infections they've seen among their number may be related to problems in the Gulf. The infection is diagnosed as cellulitis in three of their medical reports. They say it begins with a blister on the skin but swells to a large nodule before it erupts and then spreads. It can only be treated with stout antibiotics. It was mentioned by fisherman David Wellsley on CenterPoint, a 7 a.m. Sunday radio talk show hosted by Gary Burris and Ralf Brooks on WNOG-AM 1200 and 1270. Dan Basta, director of the National Marine Sanctuary program, will be the guest today, along with pilot Daniels, discussing the black water phenomenon as well as other problems with the Gulf. Two of the Fort Myers Beach fishermen who suffered the infections are Kevin Flanaghan, who nearly lost his foot, and Willie Sherwood. They work for different fleets; both run out of Fort Myers Beach. Both of them and others say there is fear among laborers in their line of work about the infection that seems to follow cuts doused with waters from the Gulf. Many report taking precautions such as bleaching their gear and washing up with heavy-duty anti-bacterial soap after pulling in their nets. The fishermen contend it's a new phenomenon. But some boat owners and local health officials speculated that the fishermen's compromising way of life - the drinking, long-term exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays and weeks at sea when they are never dry - is the culprit for their infections. The men won't lie about their lifestyles. They admit living from paycheck to paycheck, partying and drinking - then cleaning up for the most part when they're at sea. They call it coming off the hill. They'll work for 20 days or more catching fish - and then spend the money they earn in a few days ashore. But they also say folks in their line of work have been doing that for decades without the fear of this sort of infection. Ray Hoggard, 49, is among the many who say the infection is a hot topic. "It's common talk on the ship-to-ship radios," he said. A few times in recent weeks, boats have had to bring in for treatment some men who were stricken. "It's a hell of a coincidence or something's up," Hoggard said. Grant Erickson, 48, owner of Fort Myers' Erickson and Jensen Seafood, has a fleet of eight boats. He said he, too, hadn't seen the likes of these infections in the business that his family has been in for a half-century. "It seems like there's something on the bottom ... these boats (nets) drag the bottom," he said. "I don't think it's the lifestyle of the fishermen that's changed. If anything it's better than years past. There's nothing new except the infections." Dr. Mark Brown, an infectious disease specialist in Naples, said without seeing and testing the infections there is no way to identify the organism or organisms that caused them. He said the next logical step would be for someone to do an epidemiological study of the fishermen to compare them to a control group to find out what's causing the infections. Unless doctors are culturing the bug to see what it is, they may never find out, Brown said. "They need to find out if they all have the same bug," Brown said. "They're going to have to try harder to make a microbiological diagnosis of what germ is causing this. . . They may not even be looking." Health officials from Lee County, where the affected fisherman are based, said they investigate any of more than 70 communicable diseases and any odd health-related occurrence. "We need to gather a lot of information," said Dr. Judith Hartner, director of the Lee County Health Department. "The first step is somebody needs to report it." Three doctors who've seen the affected men said they didn't culture the organism that caused the infection. Brown said the symptoms of the infection - the swelling, fast pace and flesh-destroying nature as reported by the fishermen - sounds like Vibrio vulnificus, a common seagoing organism. However, he didn't speculate on why or if it might be on the rise among fishermen. According to a Johns Hopkins University Web site, the bug frequents areas where the water temperature remains high throughout the year and are most abundant in summer. The infection progresses at a rapid pace and can be fatal. Hartner said her agency needs to answer a number of questions before deciding if the infections warrant investigation. "Do the fishermen think it's unusual?" she asked. "If we do an investigation and we find out the cause, is there anything we can do to prevent it? We don't know that it's on the rise. It could be coincidence." ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Invitation to ITMEMS 2 Date: Wed, 20 Mar 2002 12:35:23 +0800 From: Secretariat To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Colleagues, As you may be aware of the ongoing preparations for the Second International Tropical Marine Ecosystems Management Symposium (ITMEMS) to be organized by the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) in Manila, Philippines on November 25-28, 2002, we are initially generating interest of participation among coastal management teams and managers as well as proposals for Case Studies on management practices at the global, regional and local levels. To make sure that ITMEMS 2 covers a range of relevant experiences, management practices and lessons learned from local community of developing countries to advanced technological applications in develop countries, it is the key objective of the ITMEMS 2 Organizing Committee to bring to as many network and program coastal managers and experts information on the holding of this event. The ICRI Organizing and Program Committees for ITMEMS 2 wish to solicit your assistance in disseminating the First Call for ITMEMS 2 to networks and contacts involved in coastal management in your country/area or regional unit to participate in multi-disciplinary discussions during concurrent workshop sessions and propose exemplary Case Studies on management of tropical ecosystems for presentation. Proposals should illustrate successes or inadequacies in management experiences. It is the aim of the Symposium to identify gaps and priorities for future management actions. Moreover, Symposium output and recommendations will be disseminated through ICRI member countries, partners and donor agencies for consideration in the implementation of management programs at all levels. Should you wish to know more about the organization of ITMEMS 2, information is available on web at www.icriforum.org . We would appreciate nomination from you or any assistance you could extend in disseminating this important information to your colleagues. Thank you. Sincerely, ROBERT S. JARA National Coordinator Philippines [Image] SECOND INTERNATIONAL TROPICAL MARINE ECOSYSTEM MANAGEMENT SYMPOSIUM (2nd ITMEMS) Manila, Philippines 25-28 November, 2002 Organized by the: International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) and Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Tropical marine ecosystems are under increasing pressure from many sources, including coastal land use and development, pollution, unsustainable fishing and tourism and the impacts of global climate change. Therefore, effective management that promotes sustainable use of marine resources is essential. The 2nd International Tropical Marine Ecosystems Management Symposium (2nd ITMEMS) will provide an opportunity for managers to engage in multidisciplinary discussions and sharing of experiences and lessons learned to identify gaps and priorities for future management action. The output and recommendations from the symposium will be disseminated through the partners of ICRI (including member countries, the International Coral Reef Action Network, IUCN, UNEP, WWF, the World Bank, donor agenices, etc.) and considered in the implementation of management programs for tropical ecosystems at local, national, regional and global levels. The 2nd ITMEMS will be conducted through a number of concurrent workshops that address the topics listed below. Each workshop will start with presentations of exemplary case studies that illustrate relevant experiences and lessons learned either by their successes or, equally important, their inadequacies. These will form as bases for subsequent facilitated discussions that aim to achieve clear recommendations and priorities for the management of tropical ecosystems in the future. The results of each workshop will then be reported to all participants and discussed in plenary sessions. The number of participants in each workshop group will be limited to approximately 20. Preliminary topics for workshop sessions: - co-management and social impacts of marine and coastal management; - economic benefits of conservation and sustainable use; - the role of the private sector in protection and management; - the role of protected areas and management; - monitoring to facilitate successful management; - management to mitigate the effects of climate change; - dissemination of information for coastal and marine management; - targeted research for management support; - securing sustainable funding for management; - restoration and rehabilitation of damaged ecosystems; and - achieving sustainable fisheries. The Organising Committee welcomes nominations of case studies (deadline 30th of April, 2002) that effectively illustrate relevant experiences and lessons learned in each of the topics. In addition, we are aiming to present examples from throughout the world and those of which have been implemented on a range of geographic scales from local to global. 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Subject: NOAA Moves to Strengthen Protections for NW Hawaiian Islands coral ecosystem Date: Wed, 20 Mar 2002 08:52:21 -0500 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration For distribution - Apologies for cross-postings News Release 3/18/2002 09:57 AM National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA MOVES TO STRENGTHEN PROTECTIONS FOR NORTHWESTERN HAWAIIAN ISLANDS Ocean Agency Unveils Four Actions to Protect Corals, Designate Reserve as National Marine Sanctuary The Commerce Department's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is announcing today four inter-related actions to protect marine life and the pristine condition of the ecosystem of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. The agency's aim is to maintain strong protections for the nation's largest coral reef area and begin the process for designating the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve (Reserve) as a National Marine Sanctuary. "The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, which contain approximately 70 percent of the nation's coral reefs, will be protected under this comprehensive proposal," said retired Navy VADM Conrad Lautenbacher, Undersecretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere. "It's a great opportunity to safeguard this vibrant coral reef ecosystem for long-term environmental and economic benefits." Designating the Reserve as a National Marine Sanctuary would enable comprehensive and coordinated management of the area. The Reserve would be the nation's 14th National Marine Sanctuary, becoming part of a system of sanctuaries around the country. "The National Marine Sanctuaries are our nation's best vehicles for marine protection, in terms of ecosystem management, research, education and enforcement," said Robert Smith, NOAA's Reserve Coordinator for the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Reserve. "Public input is critical to planning for the future of this remote and fragile marine wilderness. From the outset, the public will be participants in considering how best to conserve biological, historical and cultural resources of global significance for future generations." The first set of actions is aimed at providing long term management of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands marine resources. They include: * Initiating the process for designating the Reserve as a National Marine Sanctuary * Issuing the draft Reserve Operations Plan for public comment The sanctuary proposal begins with a public scoping process that solicits information and comments from the public on the range and significance of issues related to the designation and management of the proposed sanctuary. The results of this scoping process will assist NOAA in drafting a management plan and an environmental impact statement. Scoping will be held for 60 days with public meetings beginning in April. Under the Sanctuaries Act, the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council will have an opportunity to develop draft fishery regulations as part of the sanctuary designation process. The executive order creating the Reserve calls for a Reserve Operation Plan, which provides a guide for management of the Reserve during the sanctuary designation process. The draft plan addresses priority issues such as marine debris, cultural resources and enforcement. The draft Reserve Operations Plan is now available for public review and comment for sixty days. The final plan is expected shortly thereafter. Other measures include: * Release of the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council's Coral Reef Ecosystem Fishery Management Plan (CREFMP) for public comment * Release of a final rule concerning the harvest of precious corals The Coral Reef Ecosystem Fishery Management Plan seeks to foster sustainable use of coral reef ecosystem resources in an ecologically and culturally sensitive manner; minimize adverse human impacts on coral reef ecosystems through establishment of marine protected areas; and provide for sustainable participation by fishing communities in the ecosystem fisheries. It was approved by the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council in June 2001, and is the first ecosystem-based fishery management plan to be developed under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Its release for public comment is the third step in developing a broad ecosystem-based management approach to the marine assets of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. Some provisions of the CREFMP appear to be in conflict with the management regime for the Reserve and may require further action. The public has until 5 p.m. on May 18, 2002, to comment on the proposed plan to NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries). The fourth part of the ecosystem-based strategy is a series of six management measures developed by the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council that update the council's regulations implementing the Fishery Management Plan for Precious Corals. The measures set gear restrictions, size limits and definitions governing the harvest of precious-coral resources. Additionally, as required by the management regime for the Reserve, the harvesting of precious coral from the Reserve will be prohibited. The regulations will become effective April 17, 2002. "Currently, there is very little harvesting under way in this pristine part of our marine environment," said Charles Karnella, director of the NOAA Fisheries Pacific Islands Area Office. "These management measures will help keep this area the valuable resource it is today." Comments on the proposed sanctuary designation and draft Reserve Operations Plan may be submitted to NOAA at any of the public scoping meetings, or in writing to the following address: Aulani Wilhelm, 6700 Kalanianaole Highway, #215, Honolulu, Hawaii 96825; or via email at nwhi@noaa.gov. Written comments on the proposed Coral Reef Ecosystems Fishery Management Plan may be sent to: Dr. Charles Karnella, Administrator; Pacific Islands Office, NOAA Fisheries; 1161 Kapiolani Blvd. Suite 110; Honolulu, HI 96815. NOAA Fisheries is dedicated to protecting and preserving our nation's living marine resources through scientific research, management, enforcement, and conservation of o our marine mammals and other protected marine species and their habitat. To learn more about NOAA Fisheries, please visit http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) is dedicated to exploring, understanding, conserving and restoring the nation's coasts and oceans. NOS balances environmental protection with economic prosperity in fulfilling its mission of promoting safe navigation, supporting coastal communities, sustaining coastal habitats and mitigating coastal hazards. To learn more about NOS, please visit http://www.nos.noaa.gov Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: GIS/computer specialist Charleston Date: Wed, 20 Mar 2002 09:51:31 -0500 From: "Laura Kracker" Organization: USDOC/NOAA/NOS/NCCOS/CCEHBR at Charleston To: anselin@uiuc.edu, hildebrandsg@ornl.gov, zachariat@ornl.gov, dawn@dusk.geo.orst.edu, Cynthia Cooksey , ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, EnvJobs-L@envlib4.harvard.edu, gaia@aag.org, jwaters@westga.edu, Daveo@CLEMSON.EDU, dabolt.thomas@epa.gov, hankin@pmel.noaa.gov, dmartin@tpmcscituate.com, Tony Lavoi , porter@sc.edu Please post or forward attached job description as appropriate. Thank you! Laura Kracker _____________ Title: GIS/Computer Specialist Organization: NOAA/National Ocean Service - Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research Position Type: Contract Position Hourly Rate: $14.71 per hr. plus benefits Desirable Qualifications: • Strong computer skills, ability to work as part of a team, good verbal and written communication skills • Experience with GIS software and applications, Unix, Database Software (e.g. Oracle, Access), SQL, C++, Visual Basic, and Environmental Databases • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and familiarity with environmental applications OR • Bachelor's degree in Geography or Environmental Science and experience with GIS software and applications Responsibilities: The incumbent will be primarily responsible for identifying data sources and data conversion techniques, accessing commonly used GIS data layers, and managing spatial data and metadata specific to project needs. The work involves managing and mapping spatial and tabular data, performing spatial analysis using GIS, managing relational databases, and accessing and processing data available in a variety of formats from various sources. Data manipulation tasks may involve reformatting data, assisting partners in meeting data format requirements, spatially enabling tabular data, processing in-situ and remotely sensed data. Incumbent will be responsible for documenting the source, evolution, and quality of data. Additional responsibilities will include developing capabilities and applications for serving spatial data over the Internet and computer programming in support of ecological modeling. This position requires an understanding of GIS software and a variety of data processing and computing tasks. To Apply: FAX Resume to (843) 762-8700 ATTN: Nancy Davey -- Laura M. Kracker, Phd. Research Scientist/GIS Specialist Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research (CCEHBR) NOAA/National Ocean Service 219 Fort Johnson Road Charleston, SC 29412-9100 Phone: 843-762-8640 Fax: 843-762-8700 e-mail: laura.kracker@noaa.gov http://www.chbr.noaa.gov --------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: GIS specialist announce.wpd GIS specialist announce.wpd Type: WordPerfect Document (application/wordperfect5.1) Encoding: base64 Subject: clairification on Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies RFP Date: Wed, 20 Mar 2002 11:41:34 -0500 From: "Ruth Kelty" To: coral-list Dear Corallisters, After getting several calls asking about the Coral Reef Ecosystem Study (CRES) RFP announced a two weeks ago, I am writing to clarify that the CRES funding opportunity is separate from the NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program. The Coral Reef Conservation Program (part of the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000) authorizes NOAA to make grants of financial assistance for coral reef conservation activities. That FRN, with the 2002 implementation guidelines, has not yet been published. The CRES RFP is being solicited by the CSCOR Coastal Ocean Program and is a competitive grant program supporting coral reef ecosystem studies addressing causes of regional declines in coral abundance and degradation of coral ecosystems. The complete FY 2002 Federal Register Notice for the Coral Reef Ecosystems Studies announcement of opportunity can be viewed at http://www.cop.noaa.gov/funding.html. Please call if you have questions. -Ruth -- Ruth Kelty, Ph.D. National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 1305 East-West Highway, SSMC 4, rm. 8215 Silver Spring, MD 20910 (301) 713-3020 x133 Fax (301) 713-4353 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Help Stop Reef Fish Overfishing in the U.S. Caribbean Date: Thu, 21 Mar 2002 08:25:00 -0400 From: Alexander Stone To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Your Help Needed Before March 22nd! March 20, 2002 Dear Friends: I have signed onto ReefGuardian International's email Petition to Stop Overfishing of U.S. Caribbean Reef Fish. I hope you will do the same. U.S. Caribbean snappers and groupers continue to be overexploited. Yet a proposed federal rule would enthrone status quo reef fish catch levels. This could doom many snapper and grouper species to population collapse by keeping them from qualifying for badly needed rebuilding plans to reverse their overfishing. Please join me in telling the National Marine Fisheries Service to reject this rule. Just go to http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFish/PetitionUSC.html. and sign the Petition to Stop Overfishing of U.S. Caribbean Reef Fish. Thanks a lot! ALEX Alexander Stone 2829 Bird Ave #5 Miami, FL 33133 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: More on Black Water Date: Thu, 21 Mar 2002 09:50:20 -0600 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov CC: "'gene carl feldman'" Dear Coral-List: More interesting news clips regarding "Black water" ------------------------------------------------------- Satellite images show 'black water' progression, giving researchers some clues Thursday, March 21, 2002 Naples Daily News http://www.naplesnews.com/02/03/bonita/d756292a.htm By CATHY ZOLLO, crzollo@naplesnews.com While researchers around the state continued detective work Wednesday into what caused the mass of black water in Florida Bay, scientists from the University of South Florida were putting together a picture of its progression from satellite data. Dr. Frank Muller-Karger and Dr. Chuanmin Hu, of the university's remote sensing laboratory, said the pictures can't tell the whole story, but they might give clues about the source of the water. Hu said the black water first appeared on satellite images in mid-December about 30 to 60 miles north of the Keys. At its peak in early February, it was larger than Lake Okeechobee but began to diffuse into the surrounding Gulf of Mexico waters in recent weeks. Other scientists with the Florida Marine Research Institute in St. Petersburg and the Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota are testing samples of the water to see if the chemicals, dissolved matter and organisms in it might point to a source. Results from those tests should begin coming in today, said Beverly Roberts, research administrator for the institute. Fish spotter pilots were the first to discover the black water in January. Though fishermen didn't find dead fish in its wake, they report an abysmal season for those waters and unusual behavior in the few fish they did find. While the images from the private company Orbimage's SeaWiFS and a NASA satellite show that the water might be coming from the Shark River, not all the pictures are consistent with that possibility, Muller-Karger said. In some images, the water appears to be coming from the river, which has its outlet about 35 miles south of Marco Island. But Hu said the water doesn't quite behave like river runoff and settles to the bottom as it travels farther from the source. "Why, only in the center, do (the particles) appear to sink?" Hu asked. He said another possible source might be from some kind of underwater fountain spewing the black water from the seabed. "That would explain the isolated black water mass," he said. Hu is also looking at images from past years to see if the black water came and went before with no one noticing, though he pointed out that fishermen with decades on the water had never seen the phenomenon. "The samples will tell more of a story than the satellite images," he said. Researchers from the Mote Lab and others sent boats to collect the water in recent days. They found unusually dark water in pockets along the north side of the 126-mile chain of Keys. Along with a popular tourist spot, the chain is also home to the delicate coral reef ecosystem in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Scientists have speculated that it could be from an unknown algae or bacteria bloom or from fresh water somehow reaching the bay. Field testing of the water by Mote on Tuesday showed that it had normal salinity and oxygen content. The normal salinity wouldn't rule out river runoff, said Erich Mueller, director of Mote's Center for Tropical Research in the Keys. That could've returned as the water mixed with the gulf. "(River runoff) sounds right now like the most logical explanation, but it's certainly not a done deal," Mueller said. Satellite images show 'black water' progression, giving researchers some clues Thursday, March 21, 2002 Naples Daily News http://www.naplesnews.com/02/03/bonita/d756292a.htm By CATHY ZOLLO, crzollo@naplesnews.com While researchers around the state continued detective work Wednesday into what caused the mass of black water in Florida Bay, scientists from the University of South Florida were putting together a picture of its progression from satellite data. Dr. Frank Muller-Karger and Dr. Chuanmin Hu, of the university's remote sensing laboratory, said the pictures can't tell the whole story, but they might give clues about the source of the water. Hu said the black water first appeared on satellite images in mid-December about 30 to 60 miles north of the Keys. At its peak in early February, it was larger than Lake Okeechobee but began to diffuse into the surrounding Gulf of Mexico waters in recent weeks. Other scientists with the Florida Marine Research Institute in St. Petersburg and the Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota are testing samples of the water to see if the chemicals, dissolved matter and organisms in it might point to a source. Results from those tests should begin coming in today, said Beverly Roberts, research administrator for the institute. Fish spotter pilots were the first to discover the black water in January. Though fishermen didn't find dead fish in its wake, they report an abysmal season for those waters and unusual behavior in the few fish they did find. While the images from the private company Orbimage's SeaWiFS and a NASA satellite show that the water might be coming from the Shark River, not all the pictures are consistent with that possibility, Muller-Karger said. In some images, the water appears to be coming from the river, which has its outlet about 35 miles south of Marco Island. But Hu said the water doesn't quite behave like river runoff and settles to the bottom as it travels farther from the source. "Why, only in the center, do (the particles) appear to sink?" Hu asked. He said another possible source might be from some kind of underwater fountain spewing the black water from the seabed. "That would explain the isolated black water mass," he said. Hu is also looking at images from past years to see if the black water came and went before with no one noticing, though he pointed out that fishermen with decades on the water had never seen the phenomenon. "The samples will tell more of a story than the satellite images," he said. Researchers from the Mote Lab and others sent boats to collect the water in recent days. They found unusually dark water in pockets along the north side of the 126-mile chain of Keys. Along with a popular tourist spot, the chain is also home to the delicate coral reef ecosystem in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Scientists have speculated that it could be from an unknown algae or bacteria bloom or from fresh water somehow reaching the bay. Field testing of the water by Mote on Tuesday showed that it had normal salinity and oxygen content. The normal salinity wouldn't rule out river runoff, said Erich Mueller, director of Mote's Center for Tropical Research in the Keys. That could've returned as the water mixed with the gulf. "(River runoff) sounds right now like the most logical explanation, but it's certainly not a done deal," Mueller said. William F. Precht, P.G. Ecological Sciences Program Manager PBS&J 2001 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172 305-592-7275 fax:305-594-9574 1-800-597-7275 bprecht@pbsj.com ----- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: zooxanthellae densities Date: Fri, 22 Mar 2002 09:40:50 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "Coral-List" Dear all members, I'm a thesis student in Reunion Island (Indian Ocean), and I'm would like to know if anyone would have some references or reprints on coral zooxanthellae densities. In fact, one point of my studies is to determine the influence on antropogenic disturbances on the internal physiology (zooxanthellae densities, pigments and proteins contents), and I have some problems to find some references of this point. Many thanks for your help. Cheers, Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm Subject: I'm searching Ross Jones Date: Fri, 22 Mar 2002 14:31:04 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "Coral-List" Hy all, Many thanks Phil for your information. Does anybody know the mail of Ross Jones please ? Many thanks in advance, Cheers, Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm Subject: Vacancy notice: Manager Bonaire National Marine Park Date: Fri, 22 Mar 2002 10:24:07 -0400 From: "STINAPA Bonaire" To: The FOUNDATION NATIONAL PARKS BONAIRE (STINAPA Bonaire) manages the = Bonaire National Marine Park and the Washington Slagbaai National Park = and advises the government and private entities. The organization staffs = 16 and strives for further professionalization. In this framework the = board of the Foundation is looking for a=20 MARINE PARK MANAGER Main characteristics of the function. The manager supports the committee in the strategic and financial policy = and takes part in the development and further professionalization of = STINAPA Bonaire. In first instance the manager is accountable to the = executive committee and in the future development to the general = manager, still to be appointed. The manager is responsible for the = management and maintenance of the Marine Park as well as the development = of information material of all educational programmes for the Marine = Park. The manager leads all employees of the marine park and is = responsible for a qualitative and quantitative personnel management The profile. The Marine Park Manager has had an education of at least a Bachelors = degree in Marine Biology but preferably a Masters degree. Experience in = management in a relevant function and excellent communicative skills = required. The functionary has a thorough command of the languages Dutch, = Papiamento and English, orally and in writing. The offer. The salary depends on age, education and experience. STINAPA Bonaire = offers excellent primary and secondary terms of employment. Your response. Should you be interested, then send your letter within 14 days after = publication of this advertisement, together with your curriculum vitae = to: =20 The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, P.O.Box 368 Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles. = e-mail: stinapa@bonairelive.com = ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Tropical Marine Science Course in Akumal, Mexico Date: Fri, 22 Mar 2002 14:26:26 -0500 From: Drew Harvell To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > SHOALS MARINE LABORATORY (Cornell University/University of New Hampshire) > announces continuation of its on-going course on the Yucatan Peninsula, in Akumal, Mexico. Faculty involved with the 8 week course this summer include Professors John Bruno, Drew Harvell, Bob Carpenter and Sean Grace. Tropical Marine Science and Research in Biology BIOSM 418 and BIOSM 499 (This course takes place in Akumal, Mexico) Twelve semester credits. JUNE 9 - AUGUST 4, 2002. Prerequisites: Recognized SCUBA certification, a medical examination, one full year of college level biology, and permission of instructors. Daily discussions and field work. Total cost $5,500. (Approximate cost, does not include airfare or meals). A course designed for students interested in learning about coral reef ecology and conservation in an environment where these topics are of immediate concern. Students will spend eight weeks in Akumal, Mexico, a small resort town located about 60 miles south of Cancun on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. Housing will be provided by the Centro Ecologico Akumal (http://www.ceakumal.org/), a local organization dedicated to the sustainable development of Akumal and the protection of its coral reefs. The first two weeks will be spent studying basic coral reef ecology and learning the benthic fauna of the local reefs. During the following five weeks, students will participate in a reef monitoring project that will aid in the establishment of a marine park in Akumal. Each student is required to design and implement an independent research project, produce a written report of their findings and present their results during the final week of the course. For a detailed course description, please go to: http://www.sml.cornell.edu/college/pc-cctms.htm For more information, please contact Laurie Johnson -- Drew Harvell Professor Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology E- 321 Corson Hall Cornell University Ithaca, NY 14853 VOICE: 607-254-4274 FAX: 607-255-8088 email:cdh5@cornell.edu http://www.es.cornell.edu/harvell/harvell.html Subject: community-based monitoring Date: Sat, 23 Mar 2002 10:36:34 +0900 From: Liz Matthews To: Coral-list Dear Listers, The Palau Conservation Society is developing a strategy to more closely involve community members in the monitoring of marine conservation areas - both as a means to monitor the fish, invertebrates, etc. in the conservation areas as well as to create opportunities for local people to see for themselves the benefits of conservation. I would like to hear from any of you who have experience with community-based monitoring of coral reefs and marine resources. What has worked? What hasn't? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks. Liz Matthews > > >>><<>><<< <\\>< <\\>< Palau Conservation Society Box 1811 Koror, Palau 96940 tel: 680.488.3993 lizmat@palaunet.com emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: Coral starving and survival Date: Fri, 22 Mar 2002 21:46:38 -0400 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: alcolado@ama.cu CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Hi Pedro, you wrote: >I decided to add a little more firewood to discussion on Debbie >McKenzie's interesting coral starving-survival hypohesis. >...//... >Probably well fed Acropora palmata crests survived the massive >mortality event(s) (cause unknown: coral bleaching, white band, >patchy necrosis?) that killed the crests exposed to less nutrified >and less productive oceanic waters. >If so, McKenzie's hypothesis, far from be discarded prematurely, >has to be tested because it could explain differences in the fate of >some coral reefs at small scale, and also explain some >mismatches at larger scale when correlating coral bleaching with >sea surface temperature. Thanks very much Pedro! It is well beyond my means to do anything about testing the hypothesis, but I really hope that someone will investigate it. Regarding the role of high temperatures in causing mass bleaching and death of corals, what do you make of the "Medieval Warm Period?" From what I've read, have not Acroporas a history of dominating Caribbean reefs for many thousands of years before the onset of their recent decline due to diseases and bleaching? If the "mass bleaching" cause of death were strictly the result of the recent temperature increase, should not the records from the "Medieval warm period" (about 1000 years ago) also show a period of decline in Acropora? Apparently today's higher temperatures are similar to what occurred at that time (although the existence of the Medieval warm period has been debated in some circles, there seems to be lots of evidence for it, from diverse areas of the globe). If temperatures as high as today's occurred a thousand years ago without causing mass mortality in corals, the corals must have had a greater resistance to heat stress in those days...a greater resilience attributable to what? Well, one main difference in their environment that comes to mind is the fact that the bulk of other forms of marine life involved in nutrient cycling was far greater 1000 years ago than it is today. (Here's a news clip that I noticed today about the Medieval warm period: http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/134424204_warm22.html ) cheers, Debbie MacKenzie ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: community-based monitoring Date: Sat, 23 Mar 2002 09:37:11 -0000 From: "Sarah Curran" To: "Liz Matthews" CC: "Coral-List" Hi Liz, you may or may not already have this book but if not its very useful for CBCRM practitioners; citation is: Institute for rural reconstruction (IIRR), 1998. Partcipatory methods in community based coastal resource management. Pub IIRR Cavite, Philippines ISBN 0942717902 email iirr@cav.pworld.net.ph Its basically a 3 volume toolkit for managers and field workers and was produced from a workshop of around 30 practitioners over a couple of weeks of talks and editing sessions. Although many were from a Philippine backgrounds, the tools (from PRA to mangrove planting & coral reef fish census for communities to environmental education) are universal. I'm not sure if its still available, but it was so popular a couple of years back that I guess it should be. Sarah ----- Original Message ----- From: "Liz Matthews" To: "Coral-list" Sent: 23 March 2002 01:36 Subject: community-based monitoring > Dear Listers, > > The Palau Conservation Society is developing a strategy to more closely > involve community members in the monitoring of marine conservation areas > - both as a means to monitor the fish, invertebrates, etc. in the > conservation areas as well as to create opportunities for local people > to see for themselves the benefits of conservation. I would like to > hear from any of you who have experience with community-based monitoring > of coral reefs and marine resources. What has worked? What hasn't? Any > help is greatly appreciated. > > Thanks. > Liz Matthews > > > > >>><<>><<< <\\>< <\\>< > Palau Conservation Society > Box 1811 > Koror, Palau 96940 > > tel: 680.488.3993 > > lizmat@palaunet.com > emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Coral starving and survival Date: Sat, 23 Mar 2002 18:00:34 -0500 From: "Mike Risk" To: , "Debbie MacKenzie" CC: Hello, and thanks for some interesting postings. Without getting into the validity, or lack thereof, of the starvation hypothesis: I think you have touched on a key point in mentioning the Medieval Warm. The problem is, the data do not exist. They should be sought, as indeed should those from the Little ice Age. Acropora arose in the Miocene, and quickly spread to become the predominant "weed" coral of Late Cenozoic and Modern reefs. It is abundant in fossil deposits, virtually always as storm-derived rubble: storm berms, beach windrows and the like. These storm deposits can range in elevation from metres below where the coral grew to, in the case of the Hurricane Alan berms on Jamaica, several metres above present sea level. (This should give pause to some who base sea-level estimates on dated Acropora, but it doesn't seem to have. I once saw a TV interview with a group who were suggesting catastrophically rapid sea level rises at the beginning of the Holocene-when they held up the key Acropora sample, and the camera zoomed in, one could plainly see it was Cliona-bored on all surfaces, whereas the theory was based on it having been found in life position. Yes, a colossal scientific blunder-but it got them a paper in Science.) If the coral deaths we see now are due to elevated sea surface temperatures, then Yes, you are correct, corals would have died like flies. This event would be recorded in storm berms of Acropora rubble, all over (say) the Caribbean, at approx. 1000 YBP. These deposits will have been overprinted by subsequent storms, overgrown by vegetation, and removed by 5-star hotels, but enough should remain for dating purposes. Finding berms on one island would not be sufficient-one would have to prove the coexistence of contemporaneous deposits, basin-wide. Paleotemperatures from these corals would nail down SST values. The deposits may very well be there, it's just that no one's ever looked systematically. A study of this nature would seem to be a natural, given the present slant of reefy thinking, but here's why no one's going to do it: Funding agencies these days do not fund hypothesis-testing, they fund more-of-the-same. To test this hypothesis, one would have to visit (say) a half-dozen different locations. At each location, extensive shoreline mapping would have to be done to describe the location and extent of storm deposits. From each of these, maybe a half-dozen samples would have to be dated. Hundreds of dates, months of field work. Maybe a half-million $ for testing an hypothesis, with no guaranteed result. Never happen-but it should. BTW: I do not discount sea-level curves based on Acropora, but I take them with a grain of salt. I trust curves based on mangrove peats, Tridacna, microatolls. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: community-based monitoring Date: Sun, 24 Mar 2002 09:44:58 -0500 From: "Alan Bornbusch" To: , Dear Liz, The journal Conservation Biology in Practice had a recent article on this subject: Tawake, A. et al. 2001. Harvesting clams and data. Conservation Biology in Practice. 2(4):32-35. You might also check these websites for more information: www.BCNet.org www.BSPonline.org www.FOSonline.org Alan Alan H. Bornbusch, Ph.D. Director, Africa Program Directorate for International Programs American Association for the Advancement of Science 1200 New York Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20005 Tel. 202-326-6651/6650 Mobile 202-390-4946 Fax 202-289-4958 email: abornbus@aaas.org >>> Liz Matthews 03/22/02 08:36PM >>> Dear Listers, The Palau Conservation Society is developing a strategy to more closely involve community members in the monitoring of marine conservation areas - both as a means to monitor the fish, invertebrates, etc. in the conservation areas as well as to create opportunities for local people to see for themselves the benefits of conservation. I would like to hear from any of you who have experience with community-based monitoring of coral reefs and marine resources. What has worked? What hasn't? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks. Liz Matthews > > >>><<>><<< <\\>< <\\>< Palau Conservation Society Box 1811 Koror, Palau 96940 tel: 680.488.3993 lizmat@palaunet.com emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: community-based monitoring Date: Sun, 24 Mar 2002 22:48:34 +0000 From: Colette Wabnitz To: Liz Matthews CC: Coral-List Dear Liz, One of the best website for the sort of information you are loooking for is: www.cbnrm.net/ Dr. Lars Soeftestad, the editor of the website, has tremendous experience in the area and would be delighted to help answer any particular questions you might have. Colette <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< Colette Wabnitz Dept of Marine Sciences and Coastal Management Ridley Building University of Newcastle Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: community-based monitoring Date: Sun, 24 Mar 2002 17:02:06 -0800 From: "Gregor Hodgson" To: "Liz Matthews" , "Coral-list" Liz, The Reef Check monitoring program was purpose-built to serve community-based monitoring needs and is now active in over 50 countries and is a formal partner with GCRMN/ICRI. It was designed so that it could be taught to experienced skin or scuba divers with only a few hours of training, and yet produce rigorous (i.e. publishable) scientific data on the impacts of humans on coral reefs. The approach was to be "eco-holistic" and include a broad spectrum of taxa but to limit the monitoring to key indicator organisms that would tell us 90% of what a manager would need to know to take action. Last week, in Palawan, Philippines, a colleague and I were able to teach an experienced aquarium fish fishermen how to do Reef Check in less than 1 hour. The fishermen spoke little English and had not graduated from high school, but he knew the taxonomy. Your inquiry is timely as Reef Check has organized a NOAA-funded W. Pacific Island regional training workshop during the first week of April 2002 in Palau in cooperation with GCRMN/SPREP and PICRC. Reef Check runs regular regional training workshops throughout the world, with continuing programs at our Regional Coral Reef Monitoring Training Center in Phuket, Thailand. Other upcoming workshops include and St. Johns, USVI in early May followed by Cebu, Philippines in last week of November 2002. Please contact our Program Manager, Jennifer K. Liebeler [Liebeler@ucla.edu] for details. More importantly, after five years of operation, Reef Check has now started to demonstrate measurable benefits to coral reefs and their human neighbors. That is, five years ago, we could only theorize that we expected stakeholders to develop an increased desire for stewardship through active engagement in monitoring the health of their local reefs. We now have several good examples where, according to the park managers, participation in Reef Check contributed to the initiation and/or operation of well managed Marine Protected Areas. Two examples where Reef Check helped to lead to success are: 1) Soufriere Marine Management Area in St. Lucia, Caribbean -- Kai Wulf 2) Gilutongan MPA in Cebu, Philippines -- Mike Ross (As an aside, I would urge anyone who doesn't believe that coral reef MPAs can work and benefit the surrounding areas to visit these MPAs.) Each of these MPAs has a long history involving many individuals, NGOs, government agencies etc., so Reef Check is only one small part of the picture. For details of how Reef Check contributed, pls contact the park managers directly. Our five-year global report on coral reef health will be released later this year. A non-profit Reef Check Foundation has been established to oversee our education, monitoring and management activities and we welcome new members. For more information about Reef Check please see the papers below and our website (www.ReefCheck.org) Hodgson, G. 2001 Reef Check: The first step in community-based management. Bull. Mar. Sci. 69(2): 861-868. Hodgson, G. 2000. Coral Reef Monitoring and Management Using Reef Check. Integrated Coastal Zone Management. 1(1): 169-176. Hodgson, G. 1999. Reef Check Global Survey Program: The first step in community-based management. In: I. Dight, R. Kenchington, J. Baldwin (eds). Proc. International Tropical Marine Ecosystems Symposium, Townsville, Australia, November 1999. pp 321-326. Hodgson, G. 1999. A global assessment of human effects on coral reefs. Marine Pollution Bulletin. 38 (5) 345-355. Regards, Greg Gregor Hodgson, PhD Professor (Visiting); Director, Reef Check Institute of Environment 1362 Hershey Hall Box 951496 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 Tel: 310-794-4985 Fax:310-825-0758 Website: www.ReefCheck.org -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Liz Matthews Sent: Friday, March 22, 2002 5:37 PM To: Coral-list Subject: community-based monitoring Dear Listers, The Palau Conservation Society is developing a strategy to more closely involve community members in the monitoring of marine conservation areas - both as a means to monitor the fish, invertebrates, etc. in the conservation areas as well as to create opportunities for local people to see for themselves the benefits of conservation. I would like to hear from any of you who have experience with community-based monitoring of coral reefs and marine resources. What has worked? What hasn't? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks. Liz Matthews > > >>><<>><<< <\\>< <\\>< Palau Conservation Society Box 1811 Koror, Palau 96940 tel: 680.488.3993 lizmat@palaunet.com emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: MPA user perception surveys? Date: Sun, 24 Mar 2002 18:13:15 -0800 (PST) From: Hernandez Edwin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Listers. As part of our long-term studies at the Luis Pena Channel Marine Fishery Reserve, in Culebra Island, Puerto Rico, we are actually carrying-out a user perception survey with the collaboration of the undergraduate students of the Ecology of Puerto Rico course at the University of Puerto Rico. This study is focused in understanding the perception of the MFR users, mostly local Culebra's residents, fishermen, students, Puerto Rican and foreign tourists, and recreational navigators. The main goal of this study is to identify major management and educational lagoons and to develop an educational strategy as part of a major management plan. However, we've had some trouble trying to locate literature on similar studies for comparison purposes. I'd like to know if somebody in the list is familiar with any On Line reference or any published study regarding user perception surveys regarding other MPAs elsewhere? Thanks for any help you can provide us. Regards. Edwin ===== Edwin A. Hernandez-Delgado, Ph.D. University of Puerto Rico Department of Biology Coral Reef Research Group P.O. Box 23360 San Juan, P.R. 00931-3360 Tel (787) 764-0000, x-4855; Fax (787) 764-2610 __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Movies - coverage of the 74th Academy Awards® http://movies.yahoo.com/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Coral starving, survival & MWP Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2002 09:56:29 -0700 From: "Mark Eakin" Organization: NOAA/NGDC Paleoclimatology To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Debbie, You have raised some good points regarding the Medieval Warm Period (MWP). As Mike pointed out in his response, the largest problem there is a lack of data. Esper et al. paper from last week's Science indicates that MWP temperatures may have been higher than estimated in earlier temperature reconstructions like Mann et al. 1999. However, the Esper et al. reconstruction does not show a dramatic and singular rise going into the MWP, unlike the nearly linear increase it shows for 1800-date. We need to keep in mind that these are temperate, Northern Hemisphere, terrestrial reconstructions. Even the Mann et al. reconstruction used a very small amount of marine data (mostly 1500-date) and reconstructed ocean surface data from functions primarily based on temperate, terrestrial data. You can compare a wide array of reconstruction data by looking at http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/paleo/recons.html All of this points to the need for data on reef temperatures during the MWP. The climate system does not change in ways that are spatially consistent with temperate, Northern Hemisphere indices. Without real information on reef temperatures, I think comparisons with the MWP are a bit premature, but useful thoughts for building hypotheses. Mark Debbie MacKenzie wrote: > Hi Pedro, > > you wrote: > >I decided to add a little more firewood to discussion on Debbie > >McKenzie's interesting coral starving-survival hypohesis. > >...//... > >Probably well fed Acropora palmata crests survived the massive > >mortality event(s) (cause unknown: coral bleaching, white band, > >patchy necrosis?) that killed the crests exposed to less nutrified > >and less productive oceanic waters. > >If so, McKenzie's hypothesis, far from be discarded prematurely, > >has to be tested because it could explain differences in the fate of > >some coral reefs at small scale, and also explain some > >mismatches at larger scale when correlating coral bleaching with > >sea surface temperature. > > Thanks very much Pedro! > > It is well beyond my means to do anything about testing the hypothesis, > but > I really hope that someone will investigate it. > > Regarding the role of high temperatures in causing mass bleaching and > death > of corals, what do you make of the "Medieval Warm Period?" From what I've > read, have not Acroporas a history of dominating Caribbean reefs for many > thousands of years before the onset of their recent decline due to > diseases > and bleaching? If the "mass bleaching" cause of death were strictly the > result of the recent temperature increase, should not the records from the > > "Medieval warm period" (about 1000 years ago) also show a period of > decline > in Acropora? Apparently today's higher temperatures are similar to what > occurred at that time (although the existence of the Medieval warm period > has been debated in some circles, there seems to be lots of evidence for > it, from diverse areas of the globe). If temperatures as high as today's > occurred a thousand years ago without causing mass mortality in corals, > the > corals must have had a greater resistance to heat stress in those days...a > > greater resilience attributable to what? Well, one main difference in > their > environment that comes to mind is the fact that the bulk of other forms of > > marine life involved in nutrient cycling was far greater 1000 years ago > than it is today. (Here's a news clip that I noticed today about the > Medieval warm period: > http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/134424204_warm22.html ) > > cheers, > Debbie MacKenzie > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. -- C. Mark Eakin, Ph.D. Chief of NOAA Paleoclimatology Program and Director of the World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA/National Geophysical Data Center 325 Broadway E/GC Boulder, CO 80305-3328 Voice: 303-497-6172 Fax: 303-497-6513 Internet: mark.eakin@noaa.gov http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/paleo/paleo.html C. Mark Eakin Chief and Director of World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA / NGDC Paleoclimatology Program C. Mark Eakin Chief and Director of World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA / NGDC Paleoclimatology Program 325 Broadway, E/GCx3 Fax: 303-497-6513 Boulder Work: 303-497-6172 CO Conference Software Address 80305-3328 Specific Directory Server USA Additional Information: Last Name Eakin First Name C. Mark Version 2.1 Subject: Re: Coral starving and survival Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2002 12:35:00 -0500 (GMT-0500) From: Jeremy Woodley To: Mike Risk CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Mike: the work you propose on the stratigraphy of Caribbean hurricane berms could indeed be informative about the recent history of climate and hurricanes. When you mention the Hurricane Allen berms on Jamaica, you might be thinking of the one just west of the Discovery Bay Marine Lab. It is c. 30m across, 1-2m high, and was built, not just by Allen, but by centuries of major storms since sea-level stabilised. Allen only added a new layer of rubble to the seaward slope. While you're at it, if you want to find when local sea-level stabilized, there's some mangrove peat under the sand in the back-reef lagoon in front of the Lab! Of course, Acropora palmata is a major contributor to hurricane berms even without the hypothesized mortality due to medieval bleaching. That is just as well for the proposal, since A. palmata may not be particularly prone to bleach. Ian Sandeman has been investigating the physiology of this. However, mortality in other corals might provide more ammunition to help storm waves bring palmata down. Dave Liddell and colleagues reported that other species made up about 40% of the material contributed to the berm by Allen. Jeremy Woodley 13 South St. West, Tel: (905) 627-0393 Dundas, Fax: (905) 627-3966 ON L9H 4C3, woodley@uwimona.edu.jm Canada. or jdwoodley@hotmail.com Centre for Marine Sciences, University of the West Indies (Mona), Kingston 7, Jamaica. On Sat, 23 Mar 2002, Mike Risk wrote: > Hello, and thanks for some interesting postings. > > Without getting into the validity, or lack thereof, of the starvation > hypothesis: I think you have touched on a key point in mentioning the > Medieval Warm. The problem is, the data do not exist. They should be sought, > as indeed should those from the Little ice Age. > > Acropora arose in the Miocene, and quickly spread to become the predominant > "weed" coral of Late Cenozoic and Modern reefs. It is abundant in fossil > deposits, virtually always as storm-derived rubble: storm berms, beach > windrows and the like. These storm deposits can range in elevation from > metres below where the coral grew to, in the case of the Hurricane Alan > berms on Jamaica, several metres above present sea level. (This should > give pause to some who base sea-level estimates on dated Acropora, but it > doesn't seem to have. I once saw a TV interview with a group who were > suggesting catastrophically rapid sea level rises at the beginning of the > Holocene-when they held up the key Acropora sample, and the camera zoomed > in, one could plainly see it was Cliona-bored on all surfaces, whereas the > theory was based on it having been found in life position. Yes, a colossal > scientific blunder-but it got them a paper in Science.) > > If the coral deaths we see now are due to elevated sea surface temperatures, > then Yes, you are correct, corals would have died like flies. This event > would be recorded in storm berms of Acropora rubble, all over (say) the > Caribbean, at approx. 1000 YBP. These deposits will have been overprinted by > subsequent storms, overgrown by vegetation, and removed by 5-star hotels, > but enough should remain for dating purposes. Finding berms on one island > would not be sufficient-one would have to prove the coexistence of > contemporaneous deposits, basin-wide. Paleotemperatures from these corals > would nail down SST values. The deposits may very well be there, it's just > that no one's ever looked systematically. > > A study of this nature would seem to be a natural, given the present slant > of > reefy thinking, but here's why no one's going to do it: Funding agencies > these days do not fund hypothesis-testing, they fund more-of-the-same. To > test this hypothesis, one would have to visit (say) a half-dozen different > locations. At each location, extensive shoreline mapping would have to be > done to describe the location and extent of storm deposits. From each of > these, maybe a half-dozen samples would have to be dated. Hundreds of dates, > months of field work. Maybe a half-million $ for > testing an hypothesis, with no guaranteed result. Never happen-but it > should. > > BTW: I do not discount sea-level curves based on Acropora, but I take them > with a grain of salt. I trust curves based on mangrove peats, Tridacna, > microatolls. > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: black water event, additional historical information Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2002 14:41:54 -0500 From: Gene Shinn To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov This report on the black water event of 1878 was sent to me last week by Walt Jaap of FMRI. You may want to dig further. Gene 20 March, 2002 TO: E.A. Shinn, et. al. FROM: Walt Jaap Reference: Black Water Intrusions With reference to recent reports of a mass of black water off the southwest Florida coast, the following historical information is offered to provide background. The following is a quote from the log of the Tortugas supply vessel Activa. The Activa supported the lighthouse and Fort Jefferson during this period. The black water phenomena was reported to be the cause of fish kills as well as coral die off (reported by Mayer, A.G. 1902. The Tortugas as a station for research in biology. Science 17: 190-192). The quote from the Activa as reported in Feinstein, Ceurveles, Hutton, and Snoek, 1955. Red Tide outbreaks on the west Florida coast. Report to the Florida State Board of Conservation. By the Marine Laboratory, University of Miami. 44 pp. The water "was very dark, like cypress water" The log reported that it was encountered during a voyage from Key West to Dry Tortugas. Was black water Red Tide, a mass of water from the Mississippi, run off out of Big Cypress and the Everglades? We don't know. I spoke to John W. Wells in about 1976 and he was unable to offer any insight (John was a Carnegie Institute researcher at Tortugas in 1932). He was a collaborator with T.W. Vaughn (Vaughan started working in Tortugas around 1910 and was an associate with A.G. Mayer who founded of the Tortugas lab). We have a mystery, surrounded by an enigma, within a conundrum. Black water is a fascinating subject. Corals that are that old (go back beyond 1878) have unique thin growth bands (according to Hudson) that should be looked at with isotopic techniques to see if we can learn more about the nature of Black Water. Is the black water mass reported today the same? Possibly, or possibly not. ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/ | E. A. Shinn email eshinn@usgs.gov USGS Center for Coastal Geology | 600 4th St. South | voice (727) 803-8747 x3030 St.Petersburg, FL 33701 | fax (727) 803-2032 ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: ICRIN Website Announcement Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2002 16:07:38 -0500 From: Anita Daley To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Greetings to all who are involved with and concerned about coral reefs: I am pleased to announce the official release of the International Coral Reef Information Network (ICRIN) website! http://www.coralreef.org. * Interested in who is doing reef restoration work in the Philippines? * Wondering when the upcoming Second International Tropical Marine Ecosystem Management Symposium will be so you can save the date? (November 2002) * Or maybe you are interested in downloading a “Coral Reefs and Bleaching” fact sheet to support your efforts to increase awareness of coral reef issues? Please visit http://www.coralreef.org to check out how ICRIN can support your coral reef-related work. Whether you focus your coral reef interests on science, management, conservation, education, policy or public awareness, ICRIN has tools, resources and information for all. Website highlights include: NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES --Coral Reef Community Calendar- a place to post and locate workshops, seminars, conferences, any events covering issues related to coral reefs (and related ecosystems) --Coral Reef Directory— an online database of coral reef contacts throughout the world. Many of you will receive an e-mail requesting that you update your information. Please enter your own organization if your institution is not listed. TOOLS AND RESOURCES: --Coral Reef Photobank- free digital images for all to use! Anyone can download and use an image for their reports or materials. We are always interested in building this collection; if you’d like to contribute, please e-mail icrin@coral.org --Downloadable Fact Sheets—print and distribute these flyers, or feel free to copy the text and paste it into your own materials --Teachers’ Resources—a quick guide to coral reef resources for elementary level teachers GENERAL INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC --General Coral Reef Information designed for the public: What is a coral reef? How Are They Threatened? Why Should I Care? What Can I do to Help? --Photobank (see above) We will be building this site with the aim to not only raise public awareness of coral reefs, but to support those working towards the same goal. ICRIN is also working to strengthen networking potential among all of us working to study and protect coral reefs and related ecosystems (more about ICRIN below). Feedback and suggestions are always welcome. Please contact icrin@coral.org. Thanks and happy surfing, Anita Daley ICRIN Manager MORE ABOUT ICRIN: The International Coral Reef Information Network (ICRIN) is a global public awareness initiative coordinated by the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL). ICRIN is designed to: draw public attention to vital coral reef issues and promote coral reef conservation, research and monitoring; strengthen partnerships among coral reef groups and provide information and tools to support their work; and reach the mainstream media in order to create and maintain a common concern among the general public for the health of coral reefs. ICRIN is an important component of the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) and the International Coral Reef Action Network (ICRAN), delivering information derived from ICRI and ICRAN components to the public, key government decision-makers, businesses, coral reef conservation groups, potential funders and the media. As ICRIN disseminates coral reef information to the public on a global level, ICRIN supports ICRI’s and ICRAN’s efforts to protect coral reefs throughout the world. More about ICRIN: http://www.coralreef.org ___________________________________________________________ Anita Daley International Coral Reef Information Network Manager The Coral Reef Alliance 2014 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 848-0110 ext. 313 (510) 848-3720 fax http://www.coral.org http://www.coralreef.org "Working together to keep coral reefs alive." ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Tropicial Marine Invertebrate Field Course - June 2002 Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2002 17:34:00 -0500 From: "Norman Quinn" Organization: Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory To: Subject: Re: Coral starving and survival Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2002 09:25:13 -0500 From: alcolado@ama.cu To: EricHugo@aol.com CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Eric Hugo Maybe you are right. Really I do not matter much about what they feed on. The fact is where they feed better an its possible consequences. Further, I do not conlude nor affirm anything, all are mere surmises or hipothesis to test. Abstraction can pave the road for some real science. all the best, Pedro From: EricHugo@aol.com Date sent: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 18:08:02 EST Subject: Re: Coral starving and survival To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > Just a quick comment: > > I'm not sure you can attribute it all to zooplankton...particulate > material, bacteria, and dissolved sources will also play a role, probably > significant, in the heterotrophy of corals and their energy budget, > reproductive output, etc. > > Eric Hugo Borneman > Department of Biology and Biochemistry > Division in Ecology and Evolution > 258, SR II > University of Houston > Houston, TX 77204 > > EBorneman@uh.edu or EricHugo@aol.com > > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: community-based monitoring Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2002 14:29:55 -0500 From: "John McManus" To: "Liz Matthews" , "Coral-list" CC: "Alan White" Hi Liz, One approach to what you are doing is community-based ecological mapping. This is a key approach in the IIRR publication. Alan White, Jim Maragos and others published an excellent methods book on this for coral reefs about five years ago. It can help to involve non-scuba divers in a very productive way and would be a good compliment to Reef Check. I suggest you write to Alan at awhite@mozcom.com. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4910 www.ncoremiami.org -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Liz Matthews Sent: Friday, March 22, 2002 8:37 PM To: Coral-list Subject: community-based monitoring Dear Listers, The Palau Conservation Society is developing a strategy to more closely involve community members in the monitoring of marine conservation areas - both as a means to monitor the fish, invertebrates, etc. in the conservation areas as well as to create opportunities for local people to see for themselves the benefits of conservation. I would like to hear from any of you who have experience with community-based monitoring of coral reefs and marine resources. What has worked? What hasn't? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks. Liz Matthews > > >>><<>><<< <\\>< <\\>< Palau Conservation Society Box 1811 Koror, Palau 96940 tel: 680.488.3993 lizmat@palaunet.com emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Coral starving and survival Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2002 20:18:43 -0400 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral list, The question of whether or not corals suffered heat-induced mortality during the Medieval Warm Period is an interesting one, and is one line of investigation that might shed some light on the recent coral mortality. It might help to validate or weaken the conclusion that today's bleaching events are purely cases of exceeding thermal thresholds characteristic of these species. But I don't think it is necessary to pursue the MWP angle to investigate whether or not elevated temperature is the only stressor involved in inducing today's mass bleaching events. Surely appropriate experiments could easily be devised to test the hypothesis that corals have varying amounts of food available, and that the pattern of food availability might be correlated to their ability to withstand transient episodes of thermal stress. You have several methods of measuring "condition," reflecting adequacy of food input, in corals - I can't imagine that it would be exceedingly complicated or expensive, but I don't know much about that side of your work... I agree with Pedro that it doesn't matter much exactly "what" the corals feed on - zooplankton, bacteria, particulate organic material - the bottom line is the nutritional status/reserves and resiliency that they might obtain. (If you looked at my barnacle article, which shows a declining trend in a sessile plankton feeder in Atlantic Canada, you'll see that barnacles here appear to be relatively very well fed by the organic material in a heavily sewage-polluted harbour - they are benefitting from a lot of food that is not-quite-zooplankton - but this is clearly allowing them to withstand "whatever" it is that is causing the disappearance of the barnacles on the open coast. ( http://www.fisherycrisis.com/barnacles.html ) - I know, it's not coral, but I think there are interesting similarities.) How have you tried to disprove the hypothesis that thermal stress is the primary cause of mass bleaching? It occurred to me, and I asked Ove Hoegh-Guldberg about this last year on this list...that an interesting test might be transplanting corals between the various regions of the Great Barrier Reef. Now, maybe I've got this all wrong, but I've gotten the impression that there are species of coral whose range spans the whole GBR (right or wrong?). If so, individuals of a given species living in the different regions of the reef would seem to have differing thermal thresholds - according to Ove's 1999 paper "Climate Change, Coral Bleaching and the Future of the World's Coral Reefs," the southern region temperature has averaged approx. 26C for the last century and the bleaching threshold there is 28.3C, while the central region has a long term average approx. 27C and a bleaching threshold of 29.2C, and the Northern region has averaged about 28C and has a bleaching threshold of 30C. The recent rising trend in water temperatures has raised each region approximately 1 degree C on average and in recent warm years the seasonal highs have been hitting the bleaching thresholds in all three regions. Everything has recently been ratcheted up by one degree, and the long term norms in the three regions vary by about one degree. So...the average temperature now in the central region is about 28C, which has been the long term average for the Northern region, and the average temperature in the southern region is approximately the same as the long term average that was well tolerated by corals living in the central region (27C). Therefore moving corals from the Northern and central regions to the regions further south should place them within the temperature ranges that they've successfully tolerated for at least a century...and the transplants should therefore demonstrate superior tolerance to heat stress and bleaching the next time that the "hotspots" hit the areas - that is, if the whole pathology is the simple result of an environment that exceeds their natural thermal tolerances. Does this make sense? Why or why not? I've read about other experiments that involved coral transplantation... Another question that comes to mind is, since many global warming scenarios predict shifts of species to higher latitudes (and some other marine species appear to be doing just that), why are the most southerly corals on the GBR also vulnerable? Have they not been living at the southerly limit of where these species can survive, the range limit based most likely on their lower thermal tolerance level? And should not at least some of them therefore be looking better, or expanding southward, since conditions have gotten warmer? cheers, Debbie MacKenzie ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: More on black water (Miami herald) Date: Wed, 27 Mar 2002 08:33:01 -0600 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Coral-List: This is the most recent news regarding the "Black Water" event? - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Miami Herald, www.miami.com Posted on Wed, Mar. 27, 2002 Dying sponges offer clues about the `blob' BY CURTIS MORGAN cmorgan@herald.com A zone of dying sponges and coral off Key West has suddenly elevated the formation dubbed ''black water'' from scientific mystery to major environmental concern. In the first reliable underwater assessment of impact on marine life, a commercial diver documented enough damage to raise alarms that the baffling blob may have left a swath of unseen destruction in its wake as it slowly drifted from the Gulf of Mexico across Florida Bay over the last few months. ''This certainly sounds like it's the effects of something very nasty going on,'' Billy Causey, superintendent of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, said Tuesday. The devastated sponges were observed over the weekend in the northwest channel off Key West by Ken Nedimyer, a member of the sanctuary's advisory council who collects specimens for the aquarium trade. ''The water was a creepy green at the surface and by the time I got to the bottom, it was really creepy and dark,'' wrote Nedimyer in an e-mail sent to the sanctuary and several of scientists studying the curious discoloration. He noted six species of rope sponge as the hardest hit, with 50 to 75 percent wiped out, as well as a number of other sponges dead or dying. Brain coral and starfish also seemed to be suffering. Fish in the area seemed healthy, though curiously unhungry. ''There's a real meltdown occuring down there right now,'' Nedimyer wrote. Before Nedimyer's report, scientists had not confirmed any toxic effects from the black water but Nedimyer's observations were serious enough that the sanctuary planned to dispatch its own divers to survey for more widespread damage. While the mass described as the color of sewer water is breaking up and shrinking, at one point it spanned several hundred miles. While scientists were still sorting through water samples, satellite images, weather reports and historical studies and observations, the sponge dieoff is another strong indicator that the culprit is an explosion of some sort of microscopic plankton, said Brian Keller, the sanctuary's science coordinator. During a series of algae blooms that plagued Florida Bay in the mid-1990s, sponges, which feed by filtering water, were among the first organisms to go, in vast acres, followed by seagrass beds. Those blooms did not kill fish, like red tide does, but fish do avoid the areas during outbreaks and lose forage and shelter until the areas recover, which can take years. ''The fact that it appears to be a fairly selective mortality indicates to me that it's not like some general toxin in the water column that would kill everything,'' Keller said. But Keller agreed it would take more study to issue a definitive word. A loose-knit team of state, federal and private scientists studying the patch plans to discuss the data and issue a list of probable causes, perhaps by week's end. As of now, ''it's a phenomenon about which we are uncertain,'' said Beverly Roberts, research administrator at the Florida Marine Research Institute in St. Petersburg. It could be caused by anything from pollution to some sort of decaying plant material, perhaps flushed to sea from land. Scientists at the institute, the Mote Marine Laboratory in the Keys and Sarasota, and the University of South Florida were all analyzing data. Water samples have shown medium to high levels of two types of phytoplanktons, tiny plants so essential to the marine food chain that they're called ''the grass of the sea,'' Roberts said. ''It's eaten by a lot of smaller stages of the fishes,'' she said. They're normal in sea water but plankton or a variety of them can cause problems in high concentrations. The samples also detected low concentrations of another bottom plankton that produces ciguatera, a toxic that can sicken people who eat fish with high levels. But Roberts said it unlikely it played a major part. http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/news/local/2941136.htm ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Marine Biology Summer Study in Belize Date: Wed, 27 Mar 2002 09:23:02 -0600 From: "Tamar L. Goulet" To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Hi Y'all, The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) is offering two marine biology courses (8 credit hours) in beautiful Belize during June 1- June 30, 2002. If you are interested or know of someone that may be, please give them the information listed below. Thanks Tammy Goulet 2002 Summer Study in Belize General Description The University of Mississippi 2002 Summer Study in Belize offers two courses in marine biology taught by Ole Miss faculty. Students will live in Belize on South Water Caye, a strikingly picturesque island shaded by palm trees on the Belize barrier reef, the second largest expanse of barrier reef in the world. Eight hours of undergraduate credit in Biological Sciences (Biology 445 - Introduction to Coral Reef Ecology, Biology 446 - Fishes of the Tropics) may be earned. The courses offered are ecology-oriented classes with lectures and daily snorkeling excursions. Students will learn about coral-reef ecosystems from an ecological-evolution standpoint, and will participate in student research projects. Both courses offer exciting opportunities for students interested in field-oriented course work. What is included and what is not The cost of $4495.00 includes tuition for 8 semester hours of biology, housing and meals (except while in transit) during the program dates in Belize, land transportation costs within the country, and guides on all excursions. Also included is study abroad health insurance, which includes repatriation and medical evacuation benefits during the program dates. Not included in the costs are airfare from the student's home airport to Belize City and back, equipment for snorkeling, books, and personal spending money. Students will be met at the airport if we are informed in advance of their arrival times. Faculty The faculty members for the program are Dr. Tamar Goulet and Dr. Denis Goulet of the University of Mississippi biology department. Deadline Applications are accepted on a first come first serve basis until the class is full. We accept 15 students in total. All students must take both courses. Further Information Web site: http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/biology/belize.html Dr. Denis Goulet - dgoulet@olemiss.edu Applications Study Abroad Office The University of Mississippi P.O. Box 187 University, MS 38677 Phone: (662) 915-1508 Fax: (662) 915-1504 Email: abroad@olemiss.edu Tamar L. Goulet, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Biology University of Mississippi University, Mississippi 38677 USA Tel: (662) 915-7457 Fax: (662) 915-5144 Email: tlgoulet@olemiss.edu Subject: measuring coral growth Date: Fri, 29 Mar 2002 07:20:41 -0500 From: Sean Coats To: "'coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" Hello, I am trying to measure coral growth by using water displacement to measure volume change. The colonies that I intend to measure can be moved and cannot be damaged at the end of the study. I would like to be able to place the colony in a vessel of water of known surface area and measure the change in water height once the colony has been added, thus obtaining a volume that will change with growth. Has anyone measured coral growth in this manner before? If so, what type of vessel and measuring device did you use? Does anyone know if a company makes such a measuring device for items ranging in size from 1cm to 30 cm in diameter? Any help would be appreciated . Thanks R. Sean Coats Sr. Biologist The Florida Aquarium Subject: Dendrogyra cylindrus Date: Fri, 29 Mar 2002 12:36:26 -0500 From: "Patricia Cardenas" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I would appreciate if someone can send me information about this coral, and about coral restoration and transplant. Thanks Patricia Cárdenas Ecology Student http://www.care2.com - Get your Free e-mail account that helps save Wildlife! ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Volunteer Internship Date: Sun, 31 Mar 2002 10:28:53 -0400 From: "Coral Reef" To: "Coral-list" Please announce the following INTERNSHIP opportunity at the Central Caribbean Marine Institute Little Cayman, Cayman Islands to your students: See our website: http//:reefresearch.org or Interninfo@reefresearch.org Volunteer Internship: Structure and Diversity of Coral Reefs July 7 - 21 For students interested in assisting in a long-term research project with prior coral reef experience. Central Caribbean Marine Institute CCMI - USA P.O. Box 1461 Princeton, NJ 08540 (908) 527-2515 CCMI - Cayman PO Box 37 Little Cayman, Cayman Islands (345) 948-0107 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: digests & etiquette Date: Sun, 31 Mar 2002 17:06:05 GMT From: coral-list admin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Greetings, This is just a periodic reminder that if you wish, you can subscribe to the daily coral-list digest, or the weekly digest, instead of the standard coral-list receive-when-posted circulation. You can put two commands in a single message to majordomo@coral.aoml.noaa.gov : subscribe coral-list-daily unsubscribe coral-list if you wish to be added to the daily digest, or subscribe coral-list-digest unsubscribe coral-list if you wish to be added to the weekly digest. I am also attaching here an excerpt from the Welcome Message on coral-list etiquette as a reminder. Thank you so much for your interest and support of coral-list Cheers, Jim -- Etiquette -- 1) When responding to a posting to the list, do not respond *back* to the entire list unless you feel it is an answer everyone can benefit from. I think this is usually the case, but responses such as, "Yeah, tell me, too!" to the entire list will make you unpopular in a hurry. Double-check your "To: " line before sending. 2) Do not "flame" (i.e., scold) colleagues via the coral-list. If you feel compelled to chastise someone, please send them mail directly and flame away. 3) Please conduct as much preliminary research into a topic as possible before posting a query to the list. (In other words, you shouldn't expect others to do your research for you.) Please consider: o Your librarian (an extremely valuable resource) o The CHAMP Literature Abstracts area at the CHAMP Web site o The CHAMP Online Researcher's Directory (i.e., search for your topic, ask the experts directly) o The CHAMP (and other) Web sites' links page(s) o The coral-list archives (see below) But please *do* avail yourself of the list when you've exhausted other sources. IMPORTANT NOTE: To keep from getting irate responses from your colleagues, it is suggested that you relate your previous efforts to find information that were unsuccessful when you post a request. 4) Please carefully consider the purpose of coral-list before posting a message. This is a forum comprised primarily of researchers who devote major portions of their work time to the study of corals or coral-related issues. 5) Succinct postings are greatly appreciated by all. 6) Archives Archives of all previous coral-list messages (updated at the end of each month) can be found at this Web Page: http://www.coral.aoml.noaa.gov/lists/list-archives.html Please review these messages on topics that may have already been discussed in detail before you post new messages on the same topic. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Black Water killing Coral Date: Mon, 1 Apr 2002 09:12:08 -0600 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral List: This is the most recent news flash on the ongoing "black water" event in south Florida. From this its hard to see where the science starts and the hype ends and visa versa. None the less, the event whether natural or man induced (or enhanced) is disturbing. William F. Precht, P.G. Ecological Sciences Program Manager PBS&J 2001 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172 305-592-7275 fax:305-594-9574 1-800-597-7275 bprecht@pbsj.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Divers find evidence of black water's devastation Monday, April 1, 2002 Naples Daily News http://www.naplesnews.com/02/04/naples/d485365a.htm By CATHY ZOLLO, crzollo@naplesnews.com Dead and dying sponges crumbled in Ken Nedimyer's hand as he made his way along the bottom of the Northwest Channel off Key West last week. Nearby, brain corals had recently died or were dying as well, the tiny animals that build the corals decaying in their chambers. Not everything was affected, but other corals normally golden brown had an odd white crust on them, Nedimyer noted last week and in dives over recent days since black water from the Southwest Florida coast bathed the keys. "I've seen these corals under every imaginable circumstance, from 55 degree water to 90 degree water, from calm, clear sea conditions to rough cloudy conditions, and I've never seen them look quite like this," Nedimyer said. He's been diving the keys since the 1970s, collecting sea life for his business and growing heartsick over the declining state of the coral reefs while doing it. He's seen the effects of an explosion in coral diseases and the impact of human activity all around the reefs. Entire sections have been nearly stripped of live corals and taken over by algae. What he's seen since the black water moved through the keys depresses him even more and has him wondering how long he'll be in business. He may not be alone. The Keys supports a $1.3 billion tourism industry that attracts about 3 million visitors each year, who come to snorkel, dive, fish and relax. Annual commercial landings of fish are valued at roughly $50 million. Though commercial fishermen reported scant catches of Spanish mackerel and kingfish this season, landing numbers won't be available for six months, fisheries officials said Friday. First spotted by fishermen in January, the black water looked from satellite pictures to have trailed in along the west coast of Florida late last year and intensified when it reached western Florida Bay off the Shark River just below Marco Island and Naples. It now sits atop the lower half of the island chain as it dissipates. By the time it reached the 126-mile chain of islands, the black water had become diluted to about a 10th its intensity, according to fishermen who first reported the water in January. Divers out to assess its impact last week said it hadn't yet hit reefs south of the chain that are most popular with tourists but appeared to be heading there. Nedimyer said in visits to dive sites up and down the Keys this week, he saw similar recent effects where the water had moved through. Sea urchins seem unharmed by the phenomenon but starfish, including the common serpent star, were gone in the areas he dived. In a normal dive it's easy to find 50 or more, but in four dives last week, he found one and it was dead. Half or more of some sponge species - animals that filter quarts of water per hour as they feed - were dead after the black water moved through. "I also saw dead vase sponges, 'stinker' sponges, red and yellow ball sponges, and red tree sponges," Nedimyer said in a report of a March 22 dive trip. Erich Mueller, head of Mote Marine Laboratory's Tropical Research Center in Summerland Key, was also out on the water last week and noted that some water was beautiful blue compared to the churned up olive green of the dissipating black water. Mueller couldn't get a good fix on what was happening in the channel because of the current and what it might have already swept away, but he said close monitoring is in order. "Everything isn't dead down there," he said. "But that's not to say things aren't affected. ... (Researchers) need to get out more." Others, including backwater guides and fishermen, reported the water making its way in and around the Keys as of Friday, killing bottom life but seeming not to affect fish, birds and mammals. While Keys residents were on the water assessing the black water damage, state scientists and those from the University of South Florida generally downplayed the significance of the algae bloom that likely caused it at a meeting in St. Petersburg on Thursday. Researchers who are still looking into the phenomenon noted that water samples appear normal in most respects, and there have been no fish kills associated with the water. They say it might be a natural phenomenon, much like a 100-year flood. Something that sounds similar to the black water was reported in a 1902 science journal that cited an 1878 ship's log detailing "cypress colored" water in the same area that killed large numbers of fish, plant life and corals. But even if it is a once-in-a-lifetime natural event, Keys residents wonder at the seemingly nonchalant response from state officials and others. "I don't understand the state trying to ignore it," said Craig Quirolo, founder and director of Marine Projects for Reef Relief, an environmental watchdog group. "People are very concerned. We are getting a lot of calls in our office from backwater guides who are seeing the downside of this." Quirolo, who dove Friday for a look, described the water as putrid-looking and murky, but the destruction in some areas is plain and even more apparent on video footage. "Even if these things happen on a natural basis, we're accelerating everything with the nutrient loading we're doing," Quirolo said. He was talking about agricultural and sewage runoff from mainland Florida rivers that makes its way to the Keys via gulf currents and local pollution from Keys septic tanks. If scientists link all the data together, the Keys have seen more than 90 percent mortality of coral near the Keys since 1975, said coral expert Phil Dustan, professor of biology at the College of Charleston in South Carolina and science adviser for the Cousteau Society. "The state doesn't want to discuss that," Dustan said. Scientists at Thursday's meeting said discolored water is typical for the area, though fishermen and pilots on the water for decades said they'd never seen anything like it. State officials also said there was no cause for alarm for boaters, divers and fishermen, and that bottom communities can rebound in as little as three years. Researchers are now spot-checking the bottom of the western bay from Naples to Key West to see if the water did anything to aquatic life there. The largest part of western Florida Bay, where the water was darkest and remained for the longest time, is home to sea grass beds, soft corals, sea whips, sponges and other bottom life that provide shelter for other aquatic life. State scientists and others are now scrambling to collect more water samples and find samples that may have been inadvertently collected during sampling expeditions out on other business when the black water was in the bay. Though state officials say they knew about the phenomenon as early as January, a concerted effort to determine its cause and effects wasn't launched until late March and headed by the Florida Marine Research Institute. Dustan said some bottom-dwelling species will come back fairly quickly under the right conditions but not all. "Brain corals might grow a centimeter a year," he said. So a 24-inch brain coral is about 60 years old. "A lot of corals grow slower than that." Dustan has been studying Keys reefs for decades and echoed Quirolo, saying the black water is a symptom of a much larger problem involving nutrients and other pollutants being dumped in the oceans. "There may be times when these blooms occur, and they may be a natural event," he said. "But if you look at the emerging marine diseases on the planet today and you start to look at the diseases in birds and mammals and coral and all the various brown tides we've seen to date, there's only one conclusion you can draw. The oceans are in a lot trouble and we're causing it." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Cayman Date: Mon, 1 Apr 2002 12:47:16 -0500 From: "scottie" To: The Government of Grand Cayman is about to okay a commerical dock to be located near the dive site Iron Shore Gardens in the East End of Grand Cayman. The site is historically non commercial. The area has some of the best coral and marine life you will find any where. The East End of Cayman is a world apart from the South side of Cayman. The coral are healthy and the marine life is abundant. The government basically has done a 14 week impact study. I am an environmental proffessional whose career is on the marine contractor side of the fence. But the rules are the rules. How can any one make a determination of feasibility on such a diverse site in 14 weeks? The person who is conducting this study is related to the largest property owner on the east end. Cayman is a Crown Colony and Great Britian has signed many treaties to protect coral. So if any are interested, I will put out the contact list that I have. If any one has had contact with the British environmental agencies, please contact them. Thank you Janet Malloy Subject: Re: Cayman Date: Mon, 01 Apr 2002 11:46:10 -0800 From: Tracy Grogan To: "scottie" CC: For that it's worth, the following was posted about two months ago, on the same topic: There is a proposal to move all of the commercial shipping, including Exxon & Texaco (with their tanker trucks) out to the East End -- the Ironshore Gardens/Blow Hole area to be specific -- a HUGE commercial dock/marina. Residents will not only have no roads left, but will have an amazing view of the commercial shipping industry, including the huge freighters that will be sitting offshore, unable to get into the dock (those who have been diving the East End know how iffy the waters can be there). THEN they propose building a huge dock system in the George Town Harbor so they can have up to TEN (10) cruise ships docked there each day. WRITE TO: Department of Environment, P.O. Box 486 GT, Cayman Islands, B.W.I. - 345-949-8469 Arden McLean (Government Officer for the East End) - cteam@candw.ky McKeeva Bush - Minister for Tourism, Environment & Transport, Government Administration Building, George Town, Grand Cayman, B.W.I. 345-244-2458 - jacui.bush@gov.ky My $0.02, Tracy Tracy Grogan Business Development Manager, US CA Field Marketing Cisco Systems, Inc. 725 Alder Drive, Milpitas Bldg 20/2 Floor San Jose, CA 95134-1706 phone:408-526-4396 fax:-408-527-1047 email:tgrogan@cisco.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: coral bleaching Date: Mon, 1 Apr 2002 17:53:47 -0800 (PST) From: "Bárbara" Ramos To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello! My name is Bárbara and I'm a brazilian student. I'm finishing the graduation in biology at the federal university of Pernambuco and my monografy is about coral bleaching from the reef table type of Maracajau-RN. I've been orinted by Elga Maÿal.I`m working with 2 endemic corals (Siderastrea stellata, Favia gravida) and Porites astreoides; analising stable isotops and zooxanthellae density. The fact is that I'm having some difficulties with metodology and references, so I'd like to ask you if its possible for you to send me some articles. sinceraly grateful, Bárbara __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - online filing with TurboTax http://http://taxes.yahoo.com/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coralliophila abbreviata development Date: Tue, 02 Apr 2002 21:27:05 +0000 From: "Reia Guppy" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi, Does anyone know of any research being conducted on the development of Coralliophila abbreviata? Including times of year that egg capsules are produced, number of capsules per female, and any info pertaining to the number of males vs. females when collected (and on what coral). Thanks, Reia Reia Guppy Graduate Student Biology Department University of Central Arkansas 201 Donaghey Avenue Conway, AR 72035 Tel: (501) 450-3146 Fax: (501) 450-5914 Email: reiag@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: New Caledonia Date: Wed, 03 Apr 2002 16:44:42 +0200 From: "chiara caligara" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral List, I'm a student of the University of Nice France and I'm doing a research with other students about the reefs of New Caledonia. I'm looking for informations about the interest of the site: species and their environnement which make that region a place that must be protected. I would like to know which are the problems concerning the management of this area and which are the rastoration projects accepted or that could (should) be accepted by the gouvernement. This is a research about different regions that could make part to the project Natura 2000. I hope that there will be somebody able to help us! Thank you, regards Chiara _________________________________________________________________ Rejoignez le plus grand service de messagerie au monde avec MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com/fr ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: New Caledonia Date: Thu, 4 Apr 2002 07:49:50 +0200 From: Christine Schoenberg To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, chiaracaligara@hotmail.com Dear Chiara, maybe you should try to contact two places: Institute de recherche pour le developpement BP A5 Noumea Cedex Nouvelle Caledonie You might try Dr. Pascal Douillet via: douillet@noumea.ird.nc And there's an environmental organisation called Corail Vivant. They can tell you a lot about management and restoration. The person to contact would be Didier Baron: baron@offratel.nc There's also some information in the internet, but there's not much on nature, and forget conservation. Hope that will help a bit. Cheers, Christine Dr. Christine Schoenberg Microsensor Research Group Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology Celsiusstr. 1 D- 28359 Bremen Germany ph +49-421-2028-832 fax +49-421-2028-690 email cschoenb@mpi-bremen.de ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Date: Thu, 04 Apr 2002 10:40:18 +0200 From: "Camilla Floros" To: Dear Coral List I am trying to locate DR. R. Smith (unfortuntaley I do not have his first name). He completed his PhD in 1985 from James Cook Univarsity in Queensland. It was titled, 'Photoreceptors of serpulid polychaetes'. I would appreciate any leads. Best regards Camilla Camilla Floros School of Botany and Zoology University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg Private Bag X01 Scottsville 3209 South Africa Email: FlorosC@ nu.ac.za. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: L'ile aux Benitiers follow-up Date: Thu, 4 Apr 2002 14:50:36 +0400 From: "Tania van Schalkwyk" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The effort to save L'ile aux Benitiers from a hotel/resort/delux villas project continues. For a copy of the following report, please email tvs@uskonet.com REPORT ON L'ILE AUX BENITIERS, MAURITIUS: Arguments (Factual & Hypothetical) for Protecting the Islet from Development. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: RE: coral-list-digest V7 #65 Date: Fri, 5 Apr 2002 08:43:07 -0500 From: John Reed To: "'coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" Hello, I am trying to measure coral growth by using water displacement to measure volume change. The colonies that I intend to measure can be moved and cannot be damaged at the end of the study. I would like to be able to place the colony in a vessel of water of known surface area and measure the change in water height once the colony has been added, thus obtaining a volume that will change with growth. Has anyone measured coral growth in this manner before? If so, what type of vessel and measuring device did you use? Does anyone know if a company makes such a measuring device for items ranging in size from 1cm to 30 cm in diameter? Any help would be appreciated . Thanks R. Sean Coats Sr. Biologist The Florida Aquarium I did this with measuring the growth of deep- and shallow-water Oculina varicosa. Take a 5 gallon plastic bucket (if the diameter is large enough for your corals) and cut a hole near the top lip. Insert a plastic pipe so it sticks out a few inches and secure with silicone caulk. Have the pipe at a slight angle down. Place a container under the end of the pipe. Fill the bucket with seawater until it overflows through the pipe and stops dripping. Empty the overflow container. Take the coral and hold with hook and string; slowly dip the coral into the bucket until completely covered. Catch the water overflow in the container. Pour this water into a graduated cylinder and measure the exact volume displaced. Reed, J.K. 1981. In situ growth rates of the scleractinian coral Oculina varicosa occurring with zooxanthellae on 6-m reefs and without on 80-m banks. Pp. 201-206, In Proceedings Fourth International Coral Reef Symposium, Vol. 2, May 1981, Manila, Philippines. John Reed Senior Research Specialist Division of Biomedical Marine Research Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution 5600 U.S. 1, North Fort Pierce, FL 34946 USA Telephone- 561-465-2400, ext. 205 Fax- 561-461-2221 e-mail- jreed@hboi.edu -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list-digest@coral.aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list-digest@coral.aoml.noaa.gov] Sent: Friday, April 05, 2002 12:00 AM To: coral-list-digest@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: coral-list-digest V7 #65 coral-list-digest Friday, April 5 2002 Volume 07 : Number 065 Marea Eleni Hatziolos/Person/World Bank is out of the office. measuring coral growth Dendrogyra cylindrus Volunteer Internship digests & etiquette Black Water killing Coral Cayman Re: Cayman coral bleaching Coralliophila abbreviata development New Caledonia Re: New Caledonia [none] L'ile aux Benitiers follow-up ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Fri, 29 Mar 2002 01:10:56 -0500 From: Mhatziolos@worldbank.org Subject: Marea Eleni Hatziolos/Person/World Bank is out of the office. I will be out of the office starting 03/29/2002 and will not return until 04/08/2002. I will be out on annual leave from March 29 through April 7 and will not be accessing my e-mails. I will try to respond to your message on my return. Thanks! Marea ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 29 Mar 2002 07:20:41 -0500 From: Sean Coats Subject: measuring coral growth This message is in MIME format. Since your mail reader does not understand this format, some or all of this message may not be legible. - ------_=_NextPart_001_01C1D71C.24850CC0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Hello, I am trying to measure coral growth by using water displacement to measure volume change. The colonies that I intend to measure can be moved and cannot be damaged at the end of the study. I would like to be able to place the colony in a vessel of water of known surface area and measure the change in water height once the colony has been added, thus obtaining a volume that will change with growth. Has anyone measured coral growth in this manner before? If so, what type of vessel and measuring device did you use? Does anyone know if a company makes such a measuring device for items ranging in size from 1cm to 30 cm in diameter? Any help would be appreciated . Thanks R. Sean Coats Sr. Biologist The Florida Aquarium - ------_=_NextPart_001_01C1D71C.24850CC0 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1"
Hello,
 
I am trying to measure coral growth by using water displacement to measure volume change.  The colonies that I intend to measure can be moved and cannot be damaged at the end of the study.   I would like to be able to place the colony in a vessel of water of known surface area and measure the change in water height once the colony has been added, thus obtaining a volume that will change with growth.  Has anyone measured coral growth in this manner before?  If so, what type of vessel and measuring device did you use?  Does anyone know if a company makes such a measuring device for items ranging in size from 1cm to 30 cm in diameter?  Any help would be appreciated .
 
Thanks
 
R. Sean Coats
Sr. Biologist
The Florida Aquarium
- ------_=_NextPart_001_01C1D71C.24850CC0-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 29 Mar 2002 12:36:26 -0500 From: "Patricia Cardenas" Subject: Dendrogyra cylindrus I would appreciate if someone can send me information about this coral, and about coral restoration and transplant. Thanks Patricia Cárdenas Ecology Student http://www.care2.com - Get your Free e-mail account that helps save Wildlife! ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 31 Mar 2002 10:28:53 -0400 From: "Coral Reef" Subject: Volunteer Internship Please announce the following INTERNSHIP opportunity at the Central Caribbean Marine Institute Little Cayman, Cayman Islands to your students: See our website: http//:reefresearch.org or Interninfo@reefresearch.org Volunteer Internship: Structure and Diversity of Coral Reefs July 7 - 21 For students interested in assisting in a long-term research project with prior coral reef experience. Central Caribbean Marine Institute CCMI - USA P.O. Box 1461 Princeton, NJ 08540 (908) 527-2515 CCMI - Cayman PO Box 37 Little Cayman, Cayman Islands (345) 948-0107 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 31 Mar 2002 17:06:05 GMT From: coral-list admin Subject: digests & etiquette Greetings, This is just a periodic reminder that if you wish, you can subscribe to the daily coral-list digest, or the weekly digest, instead of the standard coral-list receive-when-posted circulation. You can put two commands in a single message to majordomo@coral.aoml.noaa.gov : subscribe coral-list-daily unsubscribe coral-list if you wish to be added to the daily digest, or subscribe coral-list-digest unsubscribe coral-list if you wish to be added to the weekly digest. I am also attaching here an excerpt from the Welcome Message on coral-list etiquette as a reminder. Thank you so much for your interest and support of coral-list Cheers, Jim - -- Etiquette -- 1) When responding to a posting to the list, do not respond *back* to the entire list unless you feel it is an answer everyone can benefit from. I think this is usually the case, but responses such as, "Yeah, tell me, too!" to the entire list will make you unpopular in a hurry. Double-check your "To: " line before sending. 2) Do not "flame" (i.e., scold) colleagues via the coral-list. If you feel compelled to chastise someone, please send them mail directly and flame away. 3) Please conduct as much preliminary research into a topic as possible before posting a query to the list. (In other words, you shouldn't expect others to do your research for you.) Please consider: o Your librarian (an extremely valuable resource) o The CHAMP Literature Abstracts area at the CHAMP Web site o The CHAMP Online Researcher's Directory (i.e., search for your topic, ask the experts directly) o The CHAMP (and other) Web sites' links page(s) o The coral-list archives (see below) But please *do* avail yourself of the list when you've exhausted other sources. IMPORTANT NOTE: To keep from getting irate responses from your colleagues, it is suggested that you relate your previous efforts to find information that were unsuccessful when you post a request. 4) Please carefully consider the purpose of coral-list before posting a message. This is a forum comprised primarily of researchers who devote major portions of their work time to the study of corals or coral-related issues. 5) Succinct postings are greatly appreciated by all. 6) Archives Archives of all previous coral-list messages (updated at the end of each month) can be found at this Web Page: http://www.coral.aoml.noaa.gov/lists/list-archives.html Please review these messages on topics that may have already been discussed in detail before you post new messages on the same topic. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 1 Apr 2002 09:12:08 -0600 From: "Precht, Bill" Subject: Black Water killing Coral Dear Coral List: This is the most recent news flash on the ongoing "black water" event in south Florida. From this its hard to see where the science starts and the hype ends and visa versa. None the less, the event whether natural or man induced (or enhanced) is disturbing. William F. Precht, P.G. Ecological Sciences Program Manager PBS&J 2001 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172 305-592-7275 fax:305-594-9574 1-800-597-7275 bprecht@pbsj.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Divers find evidence of black water's devastation Monday, April 1, 2002 Naples Daily News http://www.naplesnews.com/02/04/naples/d485365a.htm By CATHY ZOLLO, crzollo@naplesnews.com Dead and dying sponges crumbled in Ken Nedimyer's hand as he made his way along the bottom of the Northwest Channel off Key West last week. Nearby, brain corals had recently died or were dying as well, the tiny animals that build the corals decaying in their chambers. Not everything was affected, but other corals normally golden brown had an odd white crust on them, Nedimyer noted last week and in dives over recent days since black water from the Southwest Florida coast bathed the keys. "I've seen these corals under every imaginable circumstance, from 55 degree water to 90 degree water, from calm, clear sea conditions to rough cloudy conditions, and I've never seen them look quite like this," Nedimyer said. He's been diving the keys since the 1970s, collecting sea life for his business and growing heartsick over the declining state of the coral reefs while doing it. He's seen the effects of an explosion in coral diseases and the impact of human activity all around the reefs. Entire sections have been nearly stripped of live corals and taken over by algae. What he's seen since the black water moved through the keys depresses him even more and has him wondering how long he'll be in business. He may not be alone. The Keys supports a $1.3 billion tourism industry that attracts about 3 million visitors each year, who come to snorkel, dive, fish and relax. Annual commercial landings of fish are valued at roughly $50 million. Though commercial fishermen reported scant catches of Spanish mackerel and kingfish this season, landing numbers won't be available for six months, fisheries officials said Friday. First spotted by fishermen in January, the black water looked from satellite pictures to have trailed in along the west coast of Florida late last year and intensified when it reached western Florida Bay off the Shark River just below Marco Island and Naples. It now sits atop the lower half of the island chain as it dissipates. By the time it reached the 126-mile chain of islands, the black water had become diluted to about a 10th its intensity, according to fishermen who first reported the water in January. Divers out to assess its impact last week said it hadn't yet hit reefs south of the chain that are most popular with tourists but appeared to be heading there. Nedimyer said in visits to dive sites up and down the Keys this week, he saw similar recent effects where the water had moved through. Sea urchins seem unharmed by the phenomenon but starfish, including the common serpent star, were gone in the areas he dived. In a normal dive it's easy to find 50 or more, but in four dives last week, he found one and it was dead. Half or more of some sponge species - animals that filter quarts of water per hour as they feed - were dead after the black water moved through. "I also saw dead vase sponges, 'stinker' sponges, red and yellow ball sponges, and red tree sponges," Nedimyer said in a report of a March 22 dive trip. Erich Mueller, head of Mote Marine Laboratory's Tropical Research Center in Summerland Key, was also out on the water last week and noted that some water was beautiful blue compared to the churned up olive green of the dissipating black water. Mueller couldn't get a good fix on what was happening in the channel because of the current and what it might have already swept away, but he said close monitoring is in order. "Everything isn't dead down there," he said. "But that's not to say things aren't affected. ... (Researchers) need to get out more." Others, including backwater guides and fishermen, reported the water making its way in and around the Keys as of Friday, killing bottom life but seeming not to affect fish, birds and mammals. While Keys residents were on the water assessing the black water damage, state scientists and those from the University of South Florida generally downplayed the significance of the algae bloom that likely caused it at a meeting in St. Petersburg on Thursday. Researchers who are still looking into the phenomenon noted that water samples appear normal in most respects, and there have been no fish kills associated with the water. They say it might be a natural phenomenon, much like a 100-year flood. Something that sounds similar to the black water was reported in a 1902 science journal that cited an 1878 ship's log detailing "cypress colored" water in the same area that killed large numbers of fish, plant life and corals. But even if it is a once-in-a-lifetime natural event, Keys residents wonder at the seemingly nonchalant response from state officials and others. "I don't understand the state trying to ignore it," said Craig Quirolo, founder and director of Marine Projects for Reef Relief, an environmental watchdog group. "People are very concerned. We are getting a lot of calls in our office from backwater guides who are seeing the downside of this." Quirolo, who dove Friday for a look, described the water as putrid-looking and murky, but the destruction in some areas is plain and even more apparent on video footage. "Even if these things happen on a natural basis, we're accelerating everything with the nutrient loading we're doing," Quirolo said. He was talking about agricultural and sewage runoff from mainland Florida rivers that makes its way to the Keys via gulf currents and local pollution from Keys septic tanks. If scientists link all the data together, the Keys have seen more than 90 percent mortality of coral near the Keys since 1975, said coral expert Phil Dustan, professor of biology at the College of Charleston in South Carolina and science adviser for the Cousteau Society. "The state doesn't want to discuss that," Dustan said. Scientists at Thursday's meeting said discolored water is typical for the area, though fishermen and pilots on the water for decades said they'd never seen anything like it. State officials also said there was no cause for alarm for boaters, divers and fishermen, and that bottom communities can rebound in as little as three years. Researchers are now spot-checking the bottom of the western bay from Naples to Key West to see if the water did anything to aquatic life there. The largest part of western Florida Bay, where the water was darkest and remained for the longest time, is home to sea grass beds, soft corals, sea whips, sponges and other bottom life that provide shelter for other aquatic life. State scientists and others are now scrambling to collect more water samples and find samples that may have been inadvertently collected during sampling expeditions out on other business when the black water was in the bay. Though state officials say they knew about the phenomenon as early as January, a concerted effort to determine its cause and effects wasn't launched until late March and headed by the Florida Marine Research Institute. Dustan said some bottom-dwelling species will come back fairly quickly under the right conditions but not all. "Brain corals might grow a centimeter a year," he said. So a 24-inch brain coral is about 60 years old. "A lot of corals grow slower than that." Dustan has been studying Keys reefs for decades and echoed Quirolo, saying the black water is a symptom of a much larger problem involving nutrients and other pollutants being dumped in the oceans. "There may be times when these blooms occur, and they may be a natural event," he said. "But if you look at the emerging marine diseases on the planet today and you start to look at the diseases in birds and mammals and coral and all the various brown tides we've seen to date, there's only one conclusion you can draw. The oceans are in a lot trouble and we're causing it." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 1 Apr 2002 12:47:16 -0500 From: "scottie" Subject: Cayman This is a multi-part message in MIME format. - ------=_NextPart_000_002C_01C1D97B.5AA2AD60 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable The Government of Grand Cayman is about to okay a commerical dock to be = located near the dive site Iron Shore Gardens in the East End of Grand = Cayman. =20 The site is historically non commercial. The area has some of the best = coral and marine life you will find any where. The East End of Cayman = is a world apart from the South side of Cayman. The coral are healthy = and the marine life is abundant. =20 The government basically has done a 14 week impact study. I am an = environmental proffessional whose career is on the marine contractor = side of the fence. But the rules are the rules. How can any one make a = determination of feasibility on such a diverse site in 14 weeks? The = person who is conducting this study is related to the largest property = owner on the east end. =20 Cayman is a Crown Colony and Great Britian has signed many treaties to = protect coral. So if any are interested, I will put out the contact = list that I have. If any one has had contact with the British = environmental agencies, please contact them. Thank you Janet Malloy - ------=_NextPart_000_002C_01C1D97B.5AA2AD60 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
The Government of Grand Cayman is about to okay = a=20 commerical dock to be located near the dive site Iron Shore Gardens in = the East=20 End of Grand Cayman. 
 
The site is historically non commercial.  = The area=20 has some of the best coral and marine life you will find any = where.  The=20 East End of Cayman is a world apart from the South side of Cayman.  = The=20 coral are healthy and the marine life is abundant. 
 
The government basically has done a 14 week = impact=20 study.  I am an environmental proffessional whose career is on the = marine=20 contractor side of the fence.  But the rules are the rules.  = How can=20 any one make a determination of feasibility on such a diverse site in 14 = weeks?  The person who is conducting this study is related to the = largest=20 property owner on the east end. 
 
Cayman is a Crown Colony and Great Britian  = has=20 signed many treaties to protect coral.  So if any are interested, I = will=20 put out the contact list that I have.  If any one has had contact = with the=20 British environmental agencies, please contact them.
 
Thank you
 
Janet Malloy
 
 
 
- ------=_NextPart_000_002C_01C1D97B.5AA2AD60-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 01 Apr 2002 11:46:10 -0800 From: Tracy Grogan Subject: Re: Cayman For that it's worth, the following was posted about two months ago, on the same topic: There is a proposal to move all of the commercial shipping, including Exxon & Texaco (with their tanker trucks) out to the East End -- the Ironshore Gardens/Blow Hole area to be specific -- a HUGE commercial dock/marina. Residents will not only have no roads left, but will have an amazing view of the commercial shipping industry, including the huge freighters that will be sitting offshore, unable to get into the dock (those who have been diving the East End know how iffy the waters can be there). THEN they propose building a huge dock system in the George Town Harbor so they can have up to TEN (10) cruise ships docked there each day. WRITE TO: Department of Environment, P.O. Box 486 GT, Cayman Islands, B.W.I. - 345-949-8469 Arden McLean (Government Officer for the East End) - cteam@candw.ky McKeeva Bush - Minister for Tourism, Environment & Transport, Government Administration Building, George Town, Grand Cayman, B.W.I. 345-244-2458 - jacui.bush@gov.ky My $0.02, Tracy Tracy Grogan Business Development Manager, US CA Field Marketing Cisco Systems, Inc. 725 Alder Drive, Milpitas Bldg 20/2 Floor San Jose, CA 95134-1706 phone:408-526-4396 fax:-408-527-1047 email:tgrogan@cisco.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 1 Apr 2002 17:53:47 -0800 (PST) From: "Bárbara" Ramos Subject: coral bleaching Hello! My name is Bárbara and I'm a brazilian student. I'm finishing the graduation in biology at the federal university of Pernambuco and my monografy is about coral bleaching from the reef table type of Maracajau-RN. I've been orinted by Elga Maÿal.I`m working with 2 endemic corals (Siderastrea stellata, Favia gravida) and Porites astreoides; analising stable isotops and zooxanthellae density. The fact is that I'm having some difficulties with metodology and references, so I'd like to ask you if its possible for you to send me some articles. sinceraly grateful, Bárbara __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - online filing with TurboTax http://http://taxes.yahoo.com/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 02 Apr 2002 21:27:05 +0000 From: "Reia Guppy" Subject: Coralliophila abbreviata development Hi, Does anyone know of any research being conducted on the development of Coralliophila abbreviata? Including times of year that egg capsules are produced, number of capsules per female, and any info pertaining to the number of males vs. females when collected (and on what coral). Thanks, Reia Reia Guppy Graduate Student Biology Department University of Central Arkansas 201 Donaghey Avenue Conway, AR 72035 Tel: (501) 450-3146 Fax: (501) 450-5914 Email: reiag@hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 03 Apr 2002 16:44:42 +0200 From: "chiara caligara" Subject: New Caledonia Dear Coral List, I'm a student of the University of Nice France and I'm doing a research with other students about the reefs of New Caledonia. I'm looking for informations about the interest of the site: species and their environnement which make that region a place that must be protected. I would like to know which are the problems concerning the management of this area and which are the rastoration projects accepted or that could (should) be accepted by the gouvernement. This is a research about different regions that could make part to the project Natura 2000. I hope that there will be somebody able to help us! Thank you, regards Chiara _________________________________________________________________ Rejoignez le plus grand service de messagerie au monde avec MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com/fr ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 4 Apr 2002 07:49:50 +0200 From: Christine Schoenberg Subject: Re: New Caledonia Dear Chiara, maybe you should try to contact two places: Institute de recherche pour le developpement BP A5 Noumea Cedex Nouvelle Caledonie You might try Dr. Pascal Douillet via: douillet@noumea.ird.nc And there's an environmental organisation called Corail Vivant. They can tell you a lot about management and restoration. The person to contact would be Didier Baron: baron@offratel.nc There's also some information in the internet, but there's not much on nature, and forget conservation. Hope that will help a bit. Cheers, Christine Dr. Christine Schoenberg Microsensor Research Group Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology Celsiusstr. 1 D- 28359 Bremen Germany ph +49-421-2028-832 fax +49-421-2028-690 email cschoenb@mpi-bremen.de ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 04 Apr 2002 10:40:18 +0200 From: "Camilla Floros" Subject: [none] Dear Coral List I am trying to locate DR. R. Smith (unfortuntaley I do not have his first name). He completed his PhD in 1985 from James Cook Univarsity in Queensland. It was titled, 'Photoreceptors of serpulid polychaetes'. I would appreciate any leads. Best regards Camilla Camilla Floros School of Botany and Zoology University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg Private Bag X01 Scottsville 3209 South Africa Email: FlorosC@ nu.ac.za. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 4 Apr 2002 14:50:36 +0400 From: "Tania van Schalkwyk" Subject: L'ile aux Benitiers follow-up The effort to save L'ile aux Benitiers from a hotel/resort/delux villas project continues. For a copy of the following report, please email tvs@uskonet.com REPORT ON L'ILE AUX BENITIERS, MAURITIUS: Arguments (Factual & Hypothetical) for Protecting the Islet from Development. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ------------------------------ End of coral-list-digest V7 #65 ******************************* ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Date: Fri, 5 Apr 2002 16:05:00 GMT From: "Alifereti Tawake, IAS" To: wwf , lizette.Wilson@coral.aoml.noaa.gov , coral-list Date: Fri, 5 Apr 2002 19:45:28 -0800 Subject: Re: Fw: community-based monitoring CC: lizmat@palaunet.com, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi Dan and Liz mathews, Thanks for your interest. I ve been on the road for the last few weeks. Regarding your request about the reprint of the CBIP paper, Lissette will be bringing a copy over to you to Sol Islands and some other infor on the LMMA, the LMMA Learning Framework which may of help to you. The Fiji LMMA Network member projects ie community-based are using this framework and are finding it useful as a learning tool where we can systematically collect "comparable" (close to standardised) information in assessing how our interventions (MPAs, no-take, effort restrictions, awareness etc) are influencing our inshore fishery, the marine resources and the people that depended on them. I hope you'll find it useful. As per Community based monitoring, we are doing some community based reef monitoring. We are still exploring the methods that is useful, measurable but cheap and easy for the community to implement for their own marine resource management decisions and adaptive management. Liz Mathews i can send you some of the lessons that weve learned from this exploration work once ive settled in.May be you can let me know what specific information you need. You can also check out the article that we published in the Conservation Biology in Practice journal (Vol 2 No 4).Fall 2001 issue on Harvesting Clams and Data.(pg 32-35) Liz FYI the CRC team (Lyne and Don) is here in Fiji this week for the Fiji ICZM workshop. Later alifereti Tawake Re: your request On 23 Mar 2002, at 16:59, wwf wrote: Date sent: Sat, 23 Mar 2002 16:59:09 +1100 From: wwf Subject: Fw: community-based monitoring To: tawake_a@usp.ac.fj > Hey Alifereti > Hope things are going well. Don't know if you're on the coral list, > but thought you could answer this question very well. Attached is the > way to join. Cheers mate, Dan > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Liz Matthews" > To: "Coral-list" > Sent: Saturday, March 23, 2002 12:36 PM > Subject: community-based monitoring > > > > Dear Listers, > > > > The Palau Conservation Society is developing a strategy to more > > closely involve community members in the monitoring of marine > > conservation areas - both as a means to monitor the fish, > > invertebrates, etc. in the conservation areas as well as to create > > opportunities for local people to see for themselves the benefits of > > conservation. I would like to hear from any of you who have > > experience with community-based monitoring of coral reefs and marine > > resources. What has worked? What hasn't? Any help is greatly > > appreciated. > > > > Thanks. > > Liz Matthews > > > > > > >>><<>><<< <\\>< <\\>< > > Palau Conservation Society > > Box 1811 > > Koror, Palau 96940 > > > > tel: 680.488.3993 > > > > lizmat@palaunet.com > > emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu > > > > > > ~~~~~~~ > > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on > > the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: community-based monitoring Date: Fri, 05 Apr 2002 07:27:15 -1000 From: John Naughton To: Liz Matthews CC: Coral-list Hi Liz: Sorry for the late reply. I'm curious if PCS is considering community based monitoring in Palau for the Ngeremeduu Conservation Area off the west side of Babeldaob Island. As you know, this 30,000 acre MPA has been established as partial mitigation for the huge Palau Compact Road project, for which I represent NMFS/NOAA as a Cooperating Agency partner for all environmental issues associated with the project. During one of our recent bi-annual survey trips the Cooperating Agencies met with the PCS, PICRC, etc to encourage a community-based monitoring project for this large and very significant MPA (protecting an entire ecosystem from the watershed, mangroves, lagoonal habitat, all the way out to and including a large portion of the west barrier reef). I've had considerable experience in monitoring of large scale coral reef ecosystems, and would like to get together with you during our next survey trip to Palau in June (to be held in conjunction with the EPA Pacific Islands Conference). Aloha, John Liz Matthews wrote: > Dear Listers, > > The Palau Conservation Society is developing a strategy to more closely > involve community members in the monitoring of marine conservation areas > - both as a means to monitor the fish, invertebrates, etc. in the > conservation areas as well as to create opportunities for local people > to see for themselves the benefits of conservation. I would like to > hear from any of you who have experience with community-based monitoring > of coral reefs and marine resources. What has worked? What hasn't? Any > help is greatly appreciated. > > Thanks. > Liz Matthews > > > > >>><<>><<< <\\>< <\\>< > Palau Conservation Society > Box 1811 > Koror, Palau 96940 > > tel: 680.488.3993 > > lizmat@palaunet.com > emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: community-based monitoring Date: Fri, 05 Apr 2002 08:24:28 -1000 From: Sara Peck To: John Naughton , Liz Matthews , darkona@interpac.net CC: Coral-list Aloha John and All, I am pleased to hear that people are comparing notes on community-based monitoring. We have been doing this on a small scale (compared to the Ngeremeduu Conservation Area) here in West Hawaii for over two years. We have finally begun to put our data into excel database format, to see what we have so far in terms of data. We are gaining more interest around the Big Island of Hawaii...people want to join the effort. Our protocols were developed in collaboration with our aquatic biologist, Dr. Bill Walsh, Dr. Brian Tissot, and the volunteers themselves. The survey list is mainly of fishes Walsh and Tissot requested. Our challenge was to develop methods people wouldn't tire of quickly and would enjoy doing. So far, these protocols are working well for this particular focus. If anyone wants information about these protocols, please contact me. In addition, we are now working with isolated communities comprised more of subsistence indigenous fishers. I am looking for protocols (as is Liz, I see) that have been successfully used by community members for monitoring shoreline and near shore food fishes, inverts and algae. Mahalo in advance for your time. Sara Peck, UH Sea Grant Extension Service, West Hawaii PO Box 489 Kailua-Kona HI 96745 808.329.2861=v; 329.6998-fx At 07:27 AM 4/5/02 -1000, John Naughton wrote: >Hi Liz: > >Sorry for the late reply. I'm curious if PCS is considering community based >monitoring in Palau for the Ngeremeduu Conservation Area off the west side >of Babeldaob Island. As you know, this 30,000 acre MPA has been established >as partial mitigation for the huge Palau Compact Road project, for which I >represent NMFS/NOAA as a Cooperating Agency partner for all environmental >issues associated with the project. > >During one of our recent bi-annual survey trips the Cooperating Agencies met >with the PCS, PICRC, etc to encourage a community-based monitoring project >for this large and very significant MPA (protecting an entire ecosystem from >the watershed, mangroves, lagoonal habitat, all the way out to and including >a large portion of the west barrier reef). I've had considerable experience >in monitoring of large scale coral reef ecosystems, and would like to get >together with you during our next survey trip to Palau in June (to be held >in conjunction with the EPA Pacific Islands Conference). > >Aloha, John > > >Liz Matthews wrote: > > > Dear Listers, > > > > The Palau Conservation Society is developing a strategy to more closely > > involve community members in the monitoring of marine conservation areas > > - both as a means to monitor the fish, invertebrates, etc. in the > > conservation areas as well as to create opportunities for local people > > to see for themselves the benefits of conservation. I would like to > > hear from any of you who have experience with community-based monitoring > > of coral reefs and marine resources. What has worked? What hasn't? Any > > help is greatly appreciated. > > > > Thanks. > > Liz Matthews > > > > > > >>><<>><<< <\\>< <\\>< > > Palau Conservation Society > > Box 1811 > > Koror, Palau 96940 > > > > tel: 680.488.3993 > > > > lizmat@palaunet.com > > emat2715@postoffice.uri.edu > > > > ~~~~~~~ > > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the >menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: "Hot" news - seaweed burns in winter? Date: Mon, 08 Apr 2002 12:42:50 -0300 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral list, Regarding marine organisms suffering undue "heat" stress, we have an interesting aberration in intertidal seaweeds in Atlantic Canada at this time. Some of you may be familiar with "Ascophyllum nodosum," if not, it's the dominant brown seaweed in this temperate zone. The plant is a fairly large, very long lived perennial - and individuals can live for many decades. Ascophyllum with lowered pigmentation appears yellow, although the color of the plant when it is healthy is a deep olive green. Anyhow, in areas with the lowest nutrient regimes (highest intertidal points, lowest water flow rates) Ascophyllum is now dying off. The dead seaweed initially appears red, then black, looking for all the world like something that has been burned. Inquiries to phycologists have received the consistent answer that these plants have been damaged by excessive degrees of "heat"....which was semi-plausible until the burnt effect started to appear in the winter. I've posted an article on this with pictures at: http://www.fisherycrisis.com/seaweed3.html , in which I've argued that the immediate stress killing these seaweeds is more likely to be dessication than heat (we have low temperatures, high winds and low relative humidity at this time, although the weather is completely normal for this season, it seems to be killing off these stressed seaweeds.) Due to their longevity, spanning decades, it appears that some Ascophyllum plants are now finding themselves situated in a hostile environment, at a location that was once hospitable. Has the quality of the seawater deteriorated in recent decades to the point that it will no longer sustain seaweeds in these (very clean) locations where they once thrived? That's what it looks like to me - and although I'm certainly open to entertaining other explanatory ideas, I've not seen any yet. I've posted this to the coral list because, as you know, I've been trying to plant a little seed of doubt that all the changes that we think we're seeing due to elevated temperatures are in fact entirely hinged on "heat"...and also that marine nutrient cycling might not be all that it used to be... cheers, Debbie MacKenzie ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: condition of reefs at Kargh Island.... Date: Mon, 8 Apr 2002 13:38:57 -0400 From: "Jack Stephens" To: I am writting a book to be published in conjunction with an IMAX film whose topic is coral reefs. Can anybody tell me what the condition of the reefs around Kargh Island in the Persian Gulf currently are? This was held up as an example by the oil industry, 40 years ago, of an area not impacted by oil drilling when drilling on the Great Barrier Reef was the issue. Any info much appreciated. Thanks. Jack Stephens Subject: RE: "Hot" news - seaweed burns in winter? Date: Tue, 9 Apr 2002 08:09:19 +1000 From: "Ove Hoegh-Guldberg" Organization: Centre for Marine Studies To: "'Debbie MacKenzie'" , Except that colder than normal conditions will cause the identical symptoms to those of elevated temperature (well established in the plant physiological literature). Given that warm disturbances like El Nino events may also be accompanied/followed by periods of lower than normal temperatures (which we have seen on the southern GBR in 1999 for example - and, yes, coral bleaching in winter), the observation of "burning" seaweeds in winter is not too disturbing. What was the temperature relative to the long term average? Cheers, Ove -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Debbie MacKenzie Sent: Tuesday, April 09, 2002 1:43 AM To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: "Hot" news - seaweed burns in winter? Dear coral list, Regarding marine organisms suffering undue "heat" stress, we have an interesting aberration in intertidal seaweeds in Atlantic Canada at this time. Some of you may be familiar with "Ascophyllum nodosum," if not, it's the dominant brown seaweed in this temperate zone. The plant is a fairly large, very long lived perennial - and individuals can live for many decades. Ascophyllum with lowered pigmentation appears yellow, although the color of the plant when it is healthy is a deep olive green. Anyhow, in areas with the lowest nutrient regimes (highest intertidal points, lowest water flow rates) Ascophyllum is now dying off. The dead seaweed initially appears red, then black, looking for all the world like something that has been burned. Inquiries to phycologists have received the consistent answer that these plants have been damaged by excessive degrees of "heat"....which was semi-plausible until the burnt effect started to appear in the winter. I've posted an article on this with pictures at: http://www.fisherycrisis.com/seaweed3.html , in which I've argued that the immediate stress killing these seaweeds is more likely to be dessication than heat (we have low temperatures, high winds and low relative humidity at this time, although the weather is completely normal for this season, it seems to be killing off these stressed seaweeds.) Due to their longevity, spanning decades, it appears that some Ascophyllum plants are now finding themselves situated in a hostile environment, at a location that was once hospitable. Has the quality of the seawater deteriorated in recent decades to the point that it will no longer sustain seaweeds in these (very clean) locations where they once thrived? That's what it looks like to me - and although I'm certainly open to entertaining other explanatory ideas, I've not seen any yet. I've posted this to the coral list because, as you know, I've been trying to plant a little seed of doubt that all the changes that we think we're seeing due to elevated temperatures are in fact entirely hinged on "heat"...and also that marine nutrient cycling might not be all that it used to be... cheers, Debbie MacKenzie ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Summer 2002 Spawning best guesses Date: Mon, 08 Apr 2002 18:24:59 -0400 From: "Alina M. Szmant" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear All: I have received multiple inquiries these past few days about coral spawning dates for the summer of 2002. For the Florida Keys (and nearshore waters...) my best estimate is as follows: Full moon is on August 22 at 22:30 hr (very unambiguous full moon date). Acropora has spawned for us in the past 2 to 4 days after the full moon (but last year 5 days after full moon): August 24 to 26 Montastraea usually spawns 6 to 8 nights after the full moon (best night, 7 nights after the full moon): Aug 28 to 30. As usual, the corals have full authority to do it whenever they wish, and I make no guarantees that these are accurate predictions, just our best guess based on experience. Towards the lower Caribbean I would expect spawning to be a month later or maybe both months since it is so late in August. For the mid-Caribbean (e.g. Puerto Rico) and Bahamas, I expect the corals to use the August spawn period. Bermuda corals might spawn in late July as well as in August. Please let me know what you see out there next summer. the more observations we collect, the more we can refine our estimates (maybe...). Best wishes, Alina Szmant ******************************************************************* Dr. Alina M. Szmant Coral Reef Research Group Professor of Biology Center for Marine Science University of North Carolina at Wilmington 5600 Marvin K. Moss Lane Wilmington NC 28409-5928 tel: (910)962-2362 fax: (910)962-2410 email: szmanta@uncwil.edu http://www.uncwil.edu/people/szmanta/ ****************************************************************** Subject: AIMS LTMP Survey Update Date: Tue, 09 Apr 2002 16:22:46 +1000 From: imiller To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Listers Please find the latest survey update from the Australian Institute of Marine Science Long Term Monitoring Program (AIMS LTMP) at http://www.aims.gov.au/pages/research/reef-monitoring/ltm/ltm20020205-gbr.html The update includes information on crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks and coral bleaching in the Townsville sector of the Great Barrier Reef. If you would like to look at other trips by the LTMP these are archived on our web page at http://www.aims.gov.au/pages/research/reef-monitoring/reef-monitoring-index. html This page also contains a host of information from the LTMP. I look forward to any comments that you may have. Cheers Ian Ian Miller MSc BSc Coordinator Broadscale Surveys AIMS Long-term Monitoring Program email: i.miller@aims.gov.au Ph:07 47 534 471 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: FL Keys reef directory? Date: Tue, 09 Apr 2002 10:24:50 -0400 From: Mikhail Matz Organization: Whitney Laboratory, UF To: Coral-List Dear Listers, Could anybody please direct me to the kind of directory of the coral reefs of Florida Keys? I am [almost] sure there is sometyhing like this around; I am interested in the list of the best known locations with brief descriptions. The descriptions I am looking for would include latitude-longitude, depth, reef type, major reef-building species, and relevant events documented in the recent past (such as hurricane damage or bleaching). This information I need to pick out several ecologically different locations to study the distribution of color morphs of certain coral species between them. I would greatly appreciate your advice. cheers, Mike -- Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. Whitney Laboratory University of Florida 9505 Ocean Shore blvd St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA phone +1 904 461 4025 fax +1 904 461 4008 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Postion Announcement Date: Tue, 9 Apr 2002 10:48:10 -0400 From: "Virginia H Garrison" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello all, A US Geological Survey position for an Ecologist (coral reefs) GS-11 has opened, to be based in the Virgin Islands (with some time spent in St. Petersburg, FL). The announcement (USGS-S-02-205) can be found at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/. This is for a 13 month term appointment, renewable up to 4 years. Please forward this to all who might be interested in the position. Thank you, Ginger Ginger Garrison Marine Ecologist USGS 600 Fourth Street South St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Tel: 727 803-8747 ext. 3061 Fax: 727 803-2030 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: FL Keys reef directory? Date: Tue, 9 Apr 2002 11:03:38 -0400 From: "david palandro" Organization: usf To: , "Coral-List" Mike, For starters, try the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Site: http://www.fknms.nos.noaa.gov. They give an excellent base description of the different reef sites. Good luck, Dave David Palandro Institute for Marine Remote Sensing College of Marine Science University of South Florida 140 7th Avenue South Saint Petersburg, Florida 33701 (727)-553-1186 (727)-553-1103 (fax) palandro@seas.marine.usf.edu http://imars.marine.usf.edu ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mikhail Matz" To: "Coral-List" Sent: Tuesday, April 09, 2002 10:24 AM Subject: FL Keys reef directory? > Dear Listers, > > Could anybody please direct me to the kind of directory of the coral > reefs of Florida Keys? I am [almost] sure there is sometyhing like this > around; I am interested in the list of the best known locations with > brief descriptions. The descriptions I am looking for would include > latitude-longitude, depth, reef type, major reef-building species, and > relevant events documented in the recent past (such as hurricane damage > or bleaching). > This information I need to pick out several ecologically different > locations to study the distribution of color morphs of certain coral > species between them. I would greatly appreciate your advice. > > cheers, > Mike > > -- > Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. > > Whitney Laboratory > University of Florida > 9505 Ocean Shore blvd > St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA > phone +1 904 461 4025 > fax +1 904 461 4008 > > > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Research Funding through Earthwatch Institute Date: Tue, 9 Apr 2002 15:24:36 -0400 From: "Jonathan Howe" To: Subject: Just released! "Coral Reef Ecosystems of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands" Date: Tue, 9 Apr 2002 12:13:28 -1000 From: "HCRI Research Program" To: Subject: Community Based Monitoring Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2002 09:46:52 +0400 From: David Obura Organization: CORDIO East Africa To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear listers, Apologies for being a little late to the game (thanks to fieldwork) ... The last 5 years has seen a significant growth in the used of Community-Based Monitoring mostly in community and protected-area projects in Mozambique, Tanzania and Kenya. We recently reported on this in three projects - the Kiunga Marine Reserve, Kenya (Kenya Wildlife Service and WWF), the Diani area, Kenya (not a project, supported by CORDIO) and the Tanga Coastal Zone Conservation and Development Project, Tanzania (District government and IUCN) - in a paper that is just coming out in Marine and Freshwater Fisheries and is available electronically now and in print soon. The reference is- Obura, D.O., Wells, S., Church, J., Horrill, C.. (2002) Monitoring of fish and fish catches by local fishermen in Kenya and Tanzania. Marine and Freshwater Fisheries 53(2) xx-xx Each of the projects has a great deal more experience than can be written in peer-reviewed publications and we are trying to get a more coherent framework for sharing experiences for ourselves and for the community participants in the projects. For more information on any of these, feel free to contact the projects directly, and two of the most accessible references are also given below. regards, David CONTACTS Kiunga Marine Reserve - wwfkiungu@eikmail.com Diani area - dobura@africaonline.co.ke Tanga Project - tangacoast@kaributanga.com ADDITIONAL REFERENCES Horrill JC, Kalombo H, and Makoloweka S 2001. Collaborative Reef and Reef Fisheries Management in Tanga, Tanzania. Tanga Coastal Zone Conservation and Development Programme/IUCN Eastern Africa Programme. IUCN Eastern Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya. 37 pp. Obura, D.O. 2001. Participatory Monitoring Of Shallow Tropical Marine Fisheries By Artisanal Fishers In Diani, Kenya. Bulletin of Marine Science. 69:777-792. -- <+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+> David Obura CORDIO-East Africa P.O.BOX 10135, Mombasa, Kenya Tel/fax: +254-11-486473; Home: 474582; 0733-851656 Email: dobura@africaonline.co.ke Web: http://www.cordio.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: MB in Australia Information Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2002 11:27:58 -0700 From: Phil Pepe Organization: Phoenix College To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov >> >> >> Phoenix College Marine Biology Courses at Whitsunday College, Australia >> >> This unique, marine biology program will be open to 15 students and >> faculty that are in good physical condition, are proficient swimmers, >> and have the ability to adapt to unfamiliar food, culture and >> surroundings. Participants will enroll in BIO 149AL Ecological Field >> Experience (2 credits) and BIO 148 Coral Reef Ecology (1 credit) through >> Phoenix College and Great Barrier Reef Naturalist Course through >> Whitsunday College and Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. They >> will be required to attend a field trip to Australia from June 1 to 16, >> 2002. The Whitsunday College Campus in Cannonvale, Queensland will be >> our base of operations in Australia. Participants will spend their days >> in a guided exploration of the coast that will include many fascinating >> discussions of tropical marine biology and marine conservation. >> Activities will include nature walks and snorkeling or scuba diving >> excursions led by trained naturalists and guides. The program will >> include trips to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. >> >> Tentative Schedule (subject to change): >> >> June 1 (Sat) Fly from Los Angeles to Brisbane, Australia >> June 2 (Sun) Arrive Brisbane and Transfer to Cannonvale (includes a >> flight and a bus) >> Unpack and settle in >> June 3 (Mon) Orientation Meeting at Whitsunday College >> Water Safety Workshop at Whitsunday College >> Snorkel Checkout >> "Nature Walk" >> June 4 (Tue) Snorkel/Shore Dive >> "Nature Walk" >> “Reef Talk” >> June 5 (Wed) Day trip to Snorkel/Dive in Whitsunday Islands (boat >> charter) >> “Reef Talk” >> June 6 (Thu) "Nature Walk" >> “Reef Talk” >> June 7 (Fri) Day trip to Snorkel/Dive in Whitsunday Islands (boat >> charter) >> “Reef Talk” >> June 8 (Sat) Free time >> June 9 (Sun) Free time >> June 10 (Mon) Snorkel/Shore Dive >> "Nature Walk" >> “Reef Talk” >> June 11 (Tue) Snorkel/Shore Dive or "Nature Walk" >> Prepare for Live-aboard Boat Trip >> Depart from Shute Harbor in evening on >> Live-aboard >> June 12 (Wed) Snorkel/Dive on Great Barrier Reef from Live-aboard >> June 13 (Thu) Snorkel/Dive on Great Barrier Reef from Live-aboard >> June 14 (Fri) Snorkel/Dive in Whitsunday Islands from Live-aboard >> Return to Shute Harbor by Lunchtime“Reef Talk” >> >> June 15 (Sat) Packing and readying for Departure >> Transfer to Brisbane (includes bus and a >> flight) >> June 16 (Sun) Fly from Brisbane to Los Angeles >> >> >> Expenses associated with the program (these are estimated expenses): >> >> EXPENSE ITEM COST PER STUDENT >> Transportation (air from LAX, bus, other) $1,750.00 >> Lodging $500.00 >> >> Food >> $250.00 >> Program Fees $200.00 >> Boat Charters (day trips, live-aboard) $465.00 >> Contingency $100.00 >> Tuition and Fees $239.00 >> >> Total Cost of Program $3,504.00 >> >> > Philip Pepe Philip Pepe Fax: (602) 285-7349 Home: (602) 460-0179 Work: (602) 285-7106 Additional Information: Last Name Pepe First Name Philip Version 2.1 Subject: Re: "Hot" news - seaweed burns in winter? (due to UV?) Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 12:26:01 -0300 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral list, Thanks for the feedback. Ove suggested that the Ascophyllum may have been damaged by unusually cold winter weather, and asked: >. What was the temperature >relative to the long term average? I had described it as "cold" but what I meant was only that it is still uncomfortable to take photos without gloves on - which is not unusual. Temperatures here have been within normal, a bit milder than average if anything, during the last 6 weeks. We had a cold snap early in February with temperature dropping below the long term average, but this does not stand out as unusual since it seems to happen every winter at some point during January-February. List members tend not to appreciate email attachments so if you're interested, I've added a temperatue graph from Environment Canada to the bottom of the references for my 'burnt seaweed' article. It shows temperature fluctuations for the past year as compared to a 30 year average. ( http://www.fisherycrisis.com/seaweed3.html ) Also, Ascophyllum has a very high tolerance for cold, extending it's range well into northern areas that are far colder than this one. Simple cold injury looks extremely unlikely. Several people suggested that the damage to the seaweed might have been caused by an increase in UV radiation and that I'd dismissed that possibility too quickly. Maybe so, probably UV damage deserves a closer look, although the pattern of vulnerability and resistance certainly does not correlate well simply to degrees of solar radiation exposure. But I can't rule out the possibility that it's the combination of rising UV radiation and lowered nutrient availability. (BTW, Environment Canada estimates that UV radiation has increased by 7 - 10% over the last few decades in this area.) The biggest reason that I don't see this new 'natural mortality' in Asclophyllum as likely to be primarily caused by increasing UV is that increasing UV simply does not explain coincident and very similar changes that are visible in other organisms in the immediate area. For example, there has been a major change in populations of barnacles and mussels in the area, with vertical range contraction very apparent in the barnacles and concentration of both species now being limited to high water flow areas (or heavily nutrient enriched areas such as polluted harbours). It is hard to imagine these species, with their heavy shells, being particularly vulnerable to UV or being the earliest casualties...and even if they were, their pattern of redistribution only makes sense in relation to feeding opportunities. I have described this in detail in http://www.fisherycrisis.com/barnacles.html . And comparing the 'burnt' damage in Ascophyllum to a very similar pattern occuring in neighbouring perennial "fucus" seaweeds seems to strengthen the 'nutrient' connection. (Very interesting, two brown seaweeds, one capable of translocation of nutrients to the growth tips (fucus), one not (Asco)... with the result being that fucus appears to 'burn' in reverse - "heat" or "light" or "whatever" damage occurring from the holdfast up. If you'd like to see what I mean, look at http://www.fisherycrisis.com/seaweed2.htm ). I see the whole ecosystem as changing, looking 'sick,' and a symptom like the 'burnt Asco' needs to be assessed in the context of the total picture of co-occurring signs/symptoms/changes. Regarding the area of the rocky reef that I featured in the 'burnt Asco' article, the last few decades have seen enormous change in the marine life living there. Once there were many mussels growing on the reef (now there are none), and many species of small fish lived in the water (little perch, flatfish, sculpins, eels, etc...now these are never seen). Starfish and anemones have disappeared, as have clams. A bed of eelgrass grew beside the reef, but not a blade has been seen for at least 20 years. The salt marsh is gradually shrinking. There is no reason to think that terrestrial source organic input to the cove has changed, yet water clarity seems to have improved. There are a few snails (much fewer than years ago) and a few very small crabs and virtually nothing else visible that moves. Visible new organisms include a very heavy brown filamentous epiphyte on the subtidal rockweeds and short-lived green filamentous growths on the rocks and upper rockweeds. Like a patient presenting to a doctor with 'dry itchy skin,' the 'burnt Asco' is only one sign of what seems to be a systemic malady. Efforts to diagnose the cause of 'itchy skin' must obviously go far beyond looking at temperature and UV exposure patterns and examining skin scrapings under a microscope (although these investigations are relevant). A complete 'history and physical' needs to be done. If the patient turns out to have split fingernails, falling hair, losing teeth, extremely low body weight, depression and anorexia...the 'dry itchy skin' fits perfectly into a pattern of chronic malnutrition. If the patient, on the other hand, appears to be in otherwise normal health, the 'dry itchy skin' might simply be the result of transient exposure to environmental extremes of temperature or solar radiation. sincerely, Debbie MacKenize ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Healthy Reef Foundation? Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 07:37:45 -1000 From: Charles Delbeek To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Has anyone heard of an organization called the "Healthy Reef Foundation" or a company called Applied Marine Technology LTD both located in the Dominican Republic? They claim to have propagated 38,000 pieces of coral and replanting these on local reefs. They also claim to treat diseased corals and cure them. Aloha! J. Charles Delbeek Aquarium Biologist Waikiki Aquarium 2777 Kalakaua Ave. Honolulu, HI, USA 96815 808-923-9741 808-923-1771 FAX ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Healthy Reef Foundation Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 12:57:06 -1000 From: Charles Delbeek To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Thanks to all who replied concerning this operation. My mistake, I meant they were on Dominica, not the Dominican Republic.... though rumor has it they may be moving to Jamaica. Aloha! J. Charles Delbeek Aquarium Biologist Waikiki Aquarium 2777 Kalakaua Ave. Honolulu, HI, USA 96815 808-923-9741 808-923-1771 FAX ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Vacancy: Bonaire National Marine Park Project Manager Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 13:28:12 -0400 From: "STINAPA Bonaire" To: The FOUNDATION NATIONAL PARKS BONAIRE (STINAPA Bonaire) manages the = Bonaire National Marine Park and the Washington Slagbaai National Park = and advises the government and private entities. The organization staffs = 16 and strives for further professionalization. In this framework the = board of the foundation is looking for a MARINE PARK PROJECT MANAGER Main characteristics of the function. The project manager supports the Marine Park manager and takes part in = the development and further professionalization of STINAPA Bonaire in = general and the Marine Park in particular. The project manager is = responsible for the development and implementation of specific projects = (amongst others design interpretative materials, assist in formulating = different management plans for the Marine Park) and assists the Marine = Park manager in the day-to-day management of the Marine Park. The = project manager is accountable to the Marine Park manager. The profile. The project manager has had an education of at least a Bachelors degree = in Marine Biology but preferably a Masters degree. Experience in = management in a relevant function and excellent communicative skills = required. The functionary has a thorough command of the languages Dutch, = Papiamento and English, orally and in writing. The offer. The salary depends on age, education and experience. STINAPA Bonaire = offers excellent primary and secondary terms of employment. Your response. Should you be interested, then send your letter before April 26, 2002, = together with your curriculum vitae to: The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, = P.O.Box 368 Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles. e-mail: = stinapa@bonairelive.com ------=_NextPart_000_0068_01C1E225.E4F65220-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: clove oil Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 13:49:46 -0400 From: Craig Lilyestrom To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov If anyone has information about the potential effect of clove oil (as used as an aid to collection of reef fish specimens) on corals or other marine organisms, I would appreciate your sharing it with me. If it has no negative effect, of course I'd like to know that also. Thank you, Craig -- ***************************** Craig G. Lilyestrom, Ph.D. Director, Marine Resources Division Department of Natural and Environmental Resources P.O. Box 9066600 San Juan, P.R. 00906-6600 (787) 724-8772 ext. 4042 (787) 723-2805 (FAX) craig@caribe.net ***************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: clove oil Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 14:49:42 -0400 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration To: Craig Lilyestrom CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Clove oil is a powerful sedative on crustaceans. Don't know anything about its use in the field, but understand photographers use it to sedate crustaceans for professional grade, close-up photos because it sedates without effecting color patterns (= motionless subject in full natural color patterns). No idea what other effects might be, or how long the effect lasts. Craig Lilyestrom wrote: > If anyone has information about the potential effect of clove oil (as > used as an aid to collection of reef fish specimens) on corals or > other marine organisms, I would appreciate your sharing it with me. > If it has no negative effect, of course I'd like to know that also. > > Thank you, > > Craig > -- > ***************************** > Craig G. Lilyestrom, Ph.D. > Director, Marine Resources Division > Department of Natural and Environmental Resources > P.O. Box 9066600 > San Juan, P.R. 00906-6600 > (787) 724-8772 ext. 4042 > (787) 723-2805 (FAX) > craig@caribe.net > ***************************** > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: Coral Disease Course Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 18:56:49 -0400 (Eastern Daylight Time) From: Erich Mueller To: Coral List Diseases of Corals and Other Reef Organisms Esther Peters and Robert Jonas Mote Marine Laboratory's Center for Tropical Research Summerland Key, FL 6-14 July, 2002 This course is closing soon but several spaces remain. See Website below for information and application form. http://www.mote.org/~emueller/courses.phtml <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Erich Mueller, Ph.D., Director Phone: (305) 745-2729 Mote Marine Laboratory FAX: (305) 745-2730 Center for Tropical Research Email: emueller@mote.org 24244 Overseas Highway (US 1) Summerland Key, FL 33042 Center Website-> http://www.mote.org/~emueller/CTRHome.phtml Mote Marine Laboratory Website-> http://www.mote.org Remarks are personal opinion and do not reflect institutional policy unless so indicated. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: clove oil Date: Sat, 13 Apr 2002 09:31:49 +0800 From: "Koh Li Ling" To: Roger.B.Griffis@noaa.gov, craig@caribe.net CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Some of my lab mates have tried using clove oil to catch fishes at tide pools before and it works beautifully. Clove oil acts as an anaesthesia and temporarily knocks fishes out. Once they are placed in clean fresh seawater again, they will regain consciousness after some time. This method is good for hard to catch and cryptic fishes such as bennies and gobies. We have got crustaceans before as well. However, the down side to this method is, it is only effective in enclosed areas (eg tidal pools). It won't work in the open seas or on reefs. Usually clove oil is mixed with acetone in the ratio of 1:1 for the purpose of catching fishes. Li Ling ----Original Message Follows---- From: "Roger B Griffis" To: Craig Lilyestrom CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Re: clove oil Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 14:49:42 -0400 Clove oil is a powerful sedative on crustaceans. Don't know anything about its use in the field, but understand photographers use it to sedate crustaceans for professional grade, close-up photos because it sedates without effecting color patterns (= motionless subject in full natural color patterns). No idea what other effects might be, or how long the effect lasts. Craig Lilyestrom wrote: > If anyone has information about the potential effect of clove oil (as > used as an aid to collection of reef fish specimens) on corals or > other marine organisms, I would appreciate your sharing it with me. > If it has no negative effect, of course I'd like to know that also. > > Thank you, > > Craig > -- > ***************************** > Craig G. Lilyestrom, Ph.D. > Director, Marine Resources Division > Department of Natural and Environmental Resources > P.O. Box 9066600 > San Juan, P.R. 00906-6600 > (787) 724-8772 ext. 4042 > (787) 723-2805 (FAX) > craig@caribe.net > ***************************** > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. << Roger.B.Griffis.vcf >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: Click Here ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Is this legal/ moral? Date: Sat, 13 Apr 2002 10:22:19 -0400 From: "James M. Cervino" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Craig & Li Ling, I recently tested clove oil on A. pallida and the preliminary results indicate stress and high algal (zooxanthellae) cell division leading to loss of these symbiotic alga. This coupled with other results collected indicate clove oil and acetone are chemicals that can harm the already stressed reefs in the tropics. I strongly advise this method of capture not be used. Do we not have laws in line to prevent this method of capture in PR? Can this be happening given all the information we have on chemical exposure to corals ? Regards, James Status: U X-Originating-IP: [137.132.3.7] From: "Koh Li Ling" To: Roger.B.Griffis@noaa.gov, craig@caribe.net Cc: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Re: clove oil Date: Sat, 13 Apr 2002 09:31:49 +0800 X-OriginalArrivalTime: 13 Apr 2002 01:31:49.0822 (UTC) FILETIME=[FBA31DE0:01C1E28A] Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Some of my lab mates have tried using clove oil to catch fishes at tide pools before and it works beautifully. Clove oil acts as an anaesthesia and temporarily knocks fishes out. Once they are placed in clean fresh seawater again, they will regain consciousness after some time. This method is good for hard to catch and cryptic fishes such as bennies and gobies. We have got crustaceans before as well. However, the down side to this method is, it is only effective in enclosed areas (eg tidal pools). It won't work in the open seas or on reefs. Usually clove oil is mixed with acetone in the ratio of 1:1 for the purpose of catching fishes. Li Ling ----Original Message Follows---- From: "Roger B Griffis" To: Craig Lilyestrom CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Re: clove oil Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 14:49:42 -0400 Clove oil is a powerful sedative on crustaceans. Don't know anything about its use in the field, but understand photographers use it to sedate crustaceans for professional grade, close-up photos because it sedates without effecting color patterns (= motionless subject in full natural color patterns). No idea what other effects might be, or how long the effect lasts. Craig Lilyestrom wrote: > If anyone has information about the potential effect of clove oil (as > used as an aid to collection of reef fish specimens) on corals or > other marine organisms, I would appreciate your sharing it with me. > If it has no negative effect, of course I'd like to know that also. > > Thank you, > > Craig > -- > ***************************** > Craig G. Lilyestrom, Ph.D. > Director, Marine Resources Division > Department of Natural and Environmental Resources > P.O. Box 9066600 > San Juan, P.R. 00906-6600 > (787) 724-8772 ext. 4042 > (787) 723-2805 (FAX) > craig@caribe.net > ***************************** > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. << Roger.B.Griffis.vcf >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: Click Here ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. -- ************************************ James M. Cervino PhD. Program Marine Science Program University of South Carolina e-mail:cnidaria@earthlink.net ************************************* Subject: Fishing explosion Date: Sat, 13 Apr 2002 17:38:48 +0200 (MET DST) From: Thi Minh Phuong Nguyen To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Sir/Madam, My name is Nguyen Thi Minh Phuong, 1st year student of Vrije Universiteit Brussel. I would like to know any information about the fishing explosion and the methods to prevent applying this in many countries, especially in China, because this can destroy coral reefs for instance and because it damages the fish population. If you have any information sources related to the matter mentioned above, could you please send it to me via this email address. Thank you very much. Best regards. Nguyen Thi Minh Phuong ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: ICRI Date: Sun, 14 Apr 2002 12:55:25 -0500 From: Osha Gray Davidson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I'm looking for information on how effective the various ICRI action plans have been in meeting their stated goals. I know this will vary from country to country, but any feedback on this will be helpful and much appreciated. Cheers, Osha ================================ Osha Gray Davidson Home page: www.OshaDavidson.com 14 S. Governor St. Phone: 319-338-4778 Iowa City, IA 52240 E-Mail: osha@oshadavidson.com USA The Turtle House Foundation: www.turtlehousefoundation.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: coral islands Date: Mon, 15 Apr 2002 07:39:32 -0400 From: "Jack Stephens" To: Has anyone counted or estimated how many islands exist thanks to hermatypic corals? By this I mean 1) coral islands and islets, 2) atolls, and 3) and limestone islands which are emerged ancient reefs, and exclusive of those which are protected from erosion by them. Thanks Subject: CRC Reef Winter School Date: Tue, 16 Apr 2002 15:01:07 +1000 From: Jon Brodie Organization: ACTFR To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Unfortunately, due to lack of numbers, the CRC Reef Winter School on Hydrodynamic and Biological Models ( including the Forum and Workshop) planned for 14 - 19 July has been cancelled. The organizers of the Winter School would like to apologise to those who expressed interest in attending the School for their inability at this time to run the School. All funds paid for registration at the School will be refunded in full. Jon Brodie James Cook University Townsville, Australia on behalf of the organizing group and the CRC Reef. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Jon Principal Research Officer Australian Centre for Tropical Freshwater Research James Cook University, Townsville, 4811. Tel: 07 4781 6435 Fax: 07 4781 5589 Jon Principal Research Officer Australian Centre for Tropical Freshwater Research James Cook University, Townsville, 4811. Tel: 07 4781 6435 Fax: 07 4781 5589 James Cook University Fax: 07 4781 5589 Townsville Home: 07 4778 5423 Qld Work: 07 4781 6435 4811 Australia Additional Information: Last Name Brodie First Name Jon Version 2.1 Subject: Job advert Date: Tue, 16 Apr 2002 14:04:45 +0100 From: "Ben Horton" To: UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY Lectureship in Quaternary Environmental Change The Department of Geography seeks to appoint a lecturer (A or B scale) to join their Quaternary Environmental Change Research Group as part of its ongoing strategic investment in research, teaching and postgraduate activities. The Department was awarded a 5* in the 2001 RAE, with the largest return of research active staff from any Geography Department in the UK. We now seek to appoint a lecturer (A or B scale) in the field of reconstructing environmental change from marine records. The successful applicant will have (1) a growing international research reputation in this field (2) a clear field of innovative research (3) an established or growing record of research publications and presentations (4) a commitment to highest quality teaching and research (5) an interest in the development and application of new techniques of environmental reconstruction (6) an interest in exploring linkages between marine records and those from the nearshore and terrestrial realms In addition, we would see it as an advantage to have (1) a commitment to enhancing the activities of the Quaternary Environmental Change research group, including linkages with the other groups as appropriate (2) a potential to attract research support The Quaternary Environmental Change Research Group (http://www.geography.dur.ac.uk/research/qec/index.html) Research by the QEC Research Group covers a broad range of inter-related topics concerned with Quaternary Environmental Change, but with particular interests in the following four themes: Late Devensian and Holocene sea-level change, crustal rebound and coastal evolution; stratigraphy and bio-stratigraphy of Quaternary marine environments and ice sheet histories; Quaternary history and fluvial records; compilation of databases/archives for paleoenvironmental reconstruction. The Group sees this spread of interests, which link the ocean, coastal, fluvial and terrestrial environments, as one of its key strengths. As can be seen from the individual member details (see WWW), the Quaternary Environmental Change Research Group has a reputation for theoretical, methodological and applied research relating to Quaternary environmental change. QEC staff have expertise in palaeoceanography, ice sheet history in Antarctica and Greenland (Bentley, Long, Lloyd, Roberts); the dynamics of ice sheet flow and ice sheet interaction with sea-level change (Bentley, Roberts); climate change and continental shelf evolution (Lloyd, Bentley); shallow marine and coastal environments (Horton, Lloyd, Long, Roberts, Shennan, Zong); as well as Quaternary fluvial and vegetation history (Bridgland, Simmons). Linkage across these realms is a major strength, as is the integration of empirical field observations with modelling over a range of spatial and temporal scales. Group members often work in collaboration on research programmes throughout the World, including Britain, Europe, Antarctica, South America, Greenland, the North Atlantic, North America, Australia, Indonesia and China. Members of QEC and the other main Physical Geography research group in the Department (Earth Surface Systems (ESS)) are closely involved in a cross-department research group known as the Environmental Research Centre, which brings under a single umbrella specialists from Geography, Archaeology, Biological Sciences, Engineering and Geology. Excellent facilities exist for many types of Quaternary sediment analysis, with a well equipped laboratory and full time technical support. ******************************************** Dr Ben Horton Lecturer in Physical Geography Department of Geography University of Durham Durham DH1 3LE, UK Fax: 0191 374 2456 Tel: 0191 374 2486 Webpage: http://www.geography.dur.ac.uk/information/official_sites/bph.html ******************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: community-based monitoring and Indonesia Date: Tue, 16 Apr 2002 19:14:46 EDT From: Satighe@aol.com To: peck@hawaii.edu CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, crawford@gsosun1.gso.uri.edu, ttulungen@manado.wasantara.net.id, udo@unsrat.net, stighe@cbn.net.id Sara: I would love to hear more about the Sea Grant community-based methods. I am also interested in learning how Sea Grant is used to support your program. This has been a very useful discussion thread, so I am motivated to join in with a description of our preliminary work. As part of the URI/CRC project in Indonesia, we have begun a "stakeholder-operated" monitoring collaboration this spring (2002). The model is simple: stakeholders monitor their own resources (fishermen, dive centers, hotels, national park, env agency) per their interest or mandates. Only real responsibility is to a) use standard protocols for similar management questions where possible, b) get trained by one of the volunteer training centers (starting out as university, Reefcheck and NGO, will diverge in future), c) report info on "standard forms" and d) attend an annual workshop where the compiled results and some analysis/interpretation are discussed. The local univ will use a statistics course and volunteers to process data (our project will help set up module), and all participants will get a CD with data and 1-page summary interpretations at community-reading level each year. Non-standard or special studies from donors, etc., will be added to the annual CD for completenes! s if not compatibility. The only real program costs are for a coordinator and the annual workshop--everyone else's time is volunteered. We have over 50 sets of stakeholders committed to collecting info this year, and plan to write a guidebook for how to set up this for other Indonesian (or generic) districts including the method, data processing exercises, etc., following the program over the next year. I will be presenting this approach/model at CZ-Asia-Pacific in May in Bangkok, and should have the background paper completed shortly if anyone is interested. Best regards, Stacey T. ========================================================== Stacey A. Tighe, Ph.D. Sr. Technical Advisor, Proyek Pesisir URI/CRC Coastal Resources Management Project Jakarta, Indonesia Email: satighe@aol.com or stighe@cbn.net.id Tel: (62-21) 720-9596 Subject: LETTER TO PROTECT LILE AUX BENITIERS, MAURITIUS Date: Wed, 17 Apr 2002 10:17:04 +0400 From: "Tania van Schalkwyk" To: I am writing as a concerned citizen of Mauritius. There are many of us. You may already be aware of the hotel/delux villas/resort project planned for L'ile aux Benitiers, an islet in the middle of a lagoon on the west coast of Mauritius. If not, subsequent emails including: * a petition called 'Mauritius: Paradise Lost?' (circulating since a month), * and a report compiled of factual & hypothetical arguments for protecting L'ile aux Benitiers from Development, will be sent to you in the next 24 hours. Should you not receive these, please contact: tvs@uskonet.com This email is being sent to request your help and actions to save L'ile aux Benitiers. Our Mauritian government needs to be made aware that there are concerned citizens, organisations and experts locally and internationally that are worried about and/or against the exploitation/development of L'ile aux Benitiers. Therefore, we urge you to write to our Prime Minister and ministers concerned, voicing your opinions, concerns, opposition, arguments, etc. regarding L'ile aux Benitiers. Below please find the names & email addresses to write to: - The Honourable Karl Hoffman, President: statepas@intnet.mu - The Right Honourable Sir Anerood Jugnauth, Prime Minister: primeminister@intnet.mu - The Honourable Paul Raymond Bérenger, Deputy Prime Minister: minister@mof.intnet.mu - The Honourable Karl Hoffman, President: statepas@intnet.mu - The Honourable Rajesh Anand Bhagwan, Minister of the Environment: minisenv@intnet.mu - The Honourable Ananda Rajoo, Adviser to the Minister of the Environment: rajooananda@hotmail.com - The Honourable Nandcoomar Bodha, Minister of Tourism: mot@intnet.mu - The Honourable Sylvio Louis Michel, Minister of Fisheries: smichel@mail.gov.mu - The Honourable Pravin Kumar Jugnauth, Minister of Agriculture, Food Technology & Natural Resources: moamic@intnet.mu - The Honourable Mookhusswur Choonee, Minister of Housing & Lands: mchoonee@mail.gov.mu - The Honourable Ashock Kumar Jugnauth, Minister of Health & Quality of Life: mohql@intnet.mu - The Honourable Motee Ramdass, Minister of Arts & Culture: minoac@intnet.mu - The Honourable Emmanuel Jean Leung Shing, Attorney General & Minister of Justice & Human Rights: sgo@intnet.mu - The Honourable Steven Obeegadoo , Minister of Education & Scientific Research: meduhrd@bow.intnet.mu primeminister@intnet.mu; minister@mof.intnet.mu; statepas@intnet.mu; mohql@intnet.mu; rajooananda@hotmail.com; mot@intnet.mu; minisenv@intnet.mu; meduhrd@bow.intnet.mu; smichel@mail.gov.mu; mchoonee@mail.gov.mu; minoac@intnet.mu; sgo@intnet.mu; moamic@intnet.mu; tvs@uskonet.com Please copy your letter(s) to the following address: tvs@uskonet.com so that a track can be kept. These letters will alert the government of the urgent need for them to acknowledge & act on the requests made in the petition. The petition is currently being signed and distributed on a national and international level; and copies will be delivered to the necessary officials in the near future. Please continue to sign and pass on the petition! Please include your job title/organisation/professional function and country of residence in your letter. This is of course, optional and at your discretion. You are free to use your own words, or copy & paste the following passage, based on the requests made at the end of the petition, as they appear below: WE WILL NOT ACCEPT THE DEGRADATION NOR THE DISFIGUREMENT OF L'ILE AUX BENITIERS. - We therefore categorically oppose ANY DEVELOPMENT, including hotel/residential/golf course/restaurant/recreational/commercial projects, occurring on L'ile aux Benitiers An islet so important to us all: - La Gaulette villagers, Mauritian citizens, foreign tourists, the plant, animal and sea life of Mauritius, the tropical ecosystem of the Indian Ocean and therefore the planet and all its inhabitants. We launch an international appeal for the protection, conservation and restoration of the terrestrial and marine biodiversity of L'ile aux Benitiers. We urge the Mauritian government to review its position and procedures towards the classification of our country's islets. We request L'ile aux Benitiers to be reclassified as a nature reserve. We urgently request the relevant authorities to implement an environmental education & information programme in the region, so that all persons using our islets, beaches and lagoon can do so in a well-informed manner, therefore ensuring responsability towards the social and environmental protection of our coastal heritage. For the Future of Our Children. For the Future of Our Planet. Only after the Last Tree has been cut down,Only after the Last River has been poisoned, Only after the Last Fish has been Caught, Only then will you find that Money Cannot be Eaten. -Cree Indian Prophecy *********************************** Thank you for your time and help. PLEASE FORWARD THIS LETTER TO AS MANY PEOPLE/ORGANISATIONS AS POSSIBLE. THANK YOU. Please do not hesitate to write to tvs@uskonet.com with comments, requests, suggestions ;or for more information, such as copies of recent articles about Lile aux Benitiers, from our local newspapers. PLEASE DO TAKE TIME TO WRITE/COPY THIS LETTER, EVEN IF YOU HAVE SIGNED THE PETITION. YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY ADDING YOUR VOICE & WORDS TO THOSE OF OTHERS. THANK YOU! Yours Truly, Tania Haberland - van Schalkwyk (a concerned citizen) --------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: winmail.dat winmail.dat Type: Notepad (application/x-unknown-content-type-Notepad.exe) Encoding: base64 Subject: PhD available Date: Wed, 17 Apr 2002 15:03:04 +0100 From: "Murray Roberts" To: The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) PhD Studentship 'Environmental sensitivity of cold water corals' This 3 year studentship will start in September 2002 and will be based at = the SAMS Dunstaffnage Marine Laboratory near Oban on the west coast of = Scotland. The project will involve close liaison with the offshore oil = industry through the Atlantic Frontier Environment Network. The work will = entail periods of time offshore for which full training will be given. The = research will examine the sensitivity of cold-water corals to environmental= disturbance, particularly in relation to drilling discharges and will = focus on four broad themes: =B7 Mapping current coral distribution in relation to drilling activity = (GIS) =B7 Monitoring the coral environment in situ =B7 Isotopic, trace element and hydrocarbon analysis of coral skeleton =B7 Effect of environmental disturbance on coral behaviour and physiology Candidates should possess a minimum of a First or Upper 2nd class degree = in biological or environmental sciences and excellent communication = skills. Applicants should submit a CV and covering letter by 10 May 2002. = For more information contact Murray Roberts, The Scottish Association for = Marine Science, Dunstaffnage Marine Laboratory, Oban, Argyll, PA37 1QA, = UK. Tel: +44 (0)1631-559000, Fax: +44 (0)1631-559001, e-mail: m.roberts@dml= .ac.uk, website: www.sams.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Passing along a query I received... Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2002 13:27:47 -0400 From: "Gene Buck" To: Subject: opportunities for students? Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2002 13:09:54 -0600 From: Sandy Zetlan Organization: EMCC CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Colleagues- I am looking for any internship opportunity (prefereably paid) for two of my students this summer. They showed up after most of the deadlines had passed. If you have any ideas on where they might apply, I would appreciate the information. Thanks- -- Sandy Zetlan, Ph.D. Biology Faculty Estrella Mountain Community College Avondale, AZ 85323 623-935-8458 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: New ReefBase Website Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2002 03:31:02 -0700 From: Jamie Oliver To: "Coral List (E-mail)" Dear coral listers, A new version of the ReefBase website & database is now online at http://www.reefbase.org . This is a totally revised site with a great deal of new information which we feel will be valuable to managers, policy makers researchers and genera reef users. We would like to point out some of the highlights of the ReefBase website: - an attractive homepage with daily "fresh" coral reef news items from international media - easy to use navigation system allowing you to find any information for any country in less than 3 clicks - easy access to coral reef status reports, as well as the Reefs at Risk reports - online GIS: view interactive coral reef maps online! (this one is fast!) - a search facility for coral reef photos in our photo gallery containing a growing number of new high resolution images - a search facility for coral reef references (>12 000 records, including over 350 online documents!) The key text-based information in ReefBase is organized by country, and covers the following themes: - Description of Coastal and Marine Resources - Status of Coastal and Marine Resources - Threats to Coastal and Marine Resources - Management of Coastal and Marine Resources As the central repository of the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network (GCRMN), the core of ReefBase's content originated from the various national coral reef status reports produced under the GCRMN. In addition, substantial data and information has been contributed by UNEP-WCMC as well as the World Resources Institute (WRI). We are continuously adding more information as reports become available to us. A number of online forms allow you to contribute information, and assist us in making ReefBase a great repository for all of us with an interest in coral reefs. Currently, you can: - upload coral reef related documents, reports and other types of publications - upload coral reef photographs - submit a coral bleaching report (in collaboration with NOAA-NESDIS) - submit a coral bleaching questionnaire We hope you will give the new ReefBase website a try: http://www.reefbase.org and give us feed back either by return email or using the online feedback form. Best regards, Dr. Jamie Oliver Mr. Marco Noordeloos Project Leader, ReefBase Manager, ReefBase Project ICLARM - The World Fish Center ICLARM - The World Fish Center PS. A website is never a finished product. Although we are confident that most of you will be pleased with the new interface of ReefBase, I do need to advice that we are currently still working on a few issues to improve performance in Netscape browsers, as well as on Apple Macintosh platforms. People using IE under some form of Windows environment, and should not experience any difficulty using the ReefBase website. =============================== Jamie Oliver Senior Scientist (Coral Reef Projects) ICLARM - The World Fish Center PO Box 500, Penang 10670 Phone: (604) 626 1606 Fax: (604) 626 5530 email: J.Oliver@cgiar.org =============================== ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral Reef Conservation Grants Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2002 16:07:14 -0400 From: "Bill.Millhouser" Organization: OCRM To: "coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov" Two documents providing Guidance for the NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program were published in the Federal Register Friday April 19, 2002. The "Final Guidelines" provide a general overview of the program, while the "Fiscal Year 2002 Funding Guidance" provides specific information on the eligibility, proposal content, etc. for each of the six program areas included in this years funding. Both of the documents may be found at http://www.coral.noaa.gov/crcp. Applications for funding are due to NOAA on May 24, 2002. For additional information on specific programs, please contact the technical points of contact listed in the "Supplementary Information" section of the FY 2002 Guidance. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Bill Millhouser, Pacific Regional Manager Coastal Programs Division, OCRM, NOAA N/ORM-3, Room 11206 1305 East-West Hwy, Silver Spring, MD 20910 Ph: 301-563-1189 Fax: 301-713-4367 Mobile: 703-623-9909 E-Mail: bill.millhouser@noaa.gov http://www.ocrm.nos.noaa.gov/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: [Fwd: [Fwd: coral growth rates]] Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2002 08:43:36 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list Approved: 511kazz Subject: coral growth rates From: "gino sabatini" To: coral-list Ms/Sir, I'm presently working on a project involving the coral reefs of the Persian Gulf. I know that the Persian Gulf represents the northern limit for corals, as well as a stressful environment in terms of temperature and salinity. Coral reefs in that area of the world have a low diversity. I was wondering if you could guide me to literature that addresses coral growth rates in the Persian Gulf or if your organization has such information. Thank you for your attention. Gino Sabatini --------------------------------------------------------------------- Subject: coral growth rates Resent-From: answers@noaa.gov Date: Tue, 26 Feb 2002 12:19:15 -0500 From: "gino sabatini" To: answers@noaa.gov Ms/Sir, I'm presently working on a project involving the coral reefs of the Persian Gulf. I know that the Persian Gulf represents the northern limit for corals, as well as a stressful environment in terms of temperature and salinity. Coral reefs in that area of the world have a low diversity. I was wondering if you could guide me to literature that addresses coral growth rates in the Persian Gulf or if your organization has such information. Thank you for your attention. Gino Sabatini ------------------------------------------------------------------------ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: Click Here Subject: Re: Is this legal/ moral? Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2002 09:07:57 -0400 From: "Mike Risk" To: , "James M. Cervino" James: I would agree with you-anything that is a powerful sedative is bound to have side effects (alcohol springs to mind, this morning). FYI, some of the earliest and best work done on clove oil as a fish sedative was by Christina Soto, @ U. Guelph, perhaps 10 years ago. She then performed field trials in Indonesia, as part of her work with "sasi" (the traditional resource management system of eastern Indonesian islands). Subject: sex determination in corals Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2002 16:23:09 -0400 From: Mikhail Matz Organization: Whitney Laboratory, UF To: Coral-List Hello listers, Does anybody know the mechanism of sex determination in great star coral Montastraea cavernosa? And how to tell a boy from a girl?.. Mike -- Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. Whitney Laboratory University of Florida 9505 Ocean Shore blvd St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA phone +1 904 461 4025 fax +1 904 461 4008 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: New Science paper on Astrangia Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2002 16:53:00 -0400 From: anne cohen Organization: WHOI To: coral-list Dear All I want to draw your attention to our paper published last week in Science (April 12th, pp 331). It describes the differences in skeletal chemistry between symbiotic and asymbiotic colonies of Astrangia poculata. We attributed these differences, which have implications for coral-based climate records, to the presence/absence of algal symbionts in the host tissue. Regards, Anne. -- Dr A.L. Cohen Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Geology and Geophysics, ms#23 Woods Hole MA 02543 USA T: 508 289 2958 F: 508 457 2175 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Clove oil Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2002 10:15:52 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "James M. Cervino" , CC: "Coral-List" Dear all, I'm study the coral physiology (one point is zooxanthellae density) in relation with water quality, season and some times with bleaching events in Reunion Island. What you talk about the effect of clove oil and acetone is for me very interessant. I would appreciate any references or other informations about these impacts. If it has no negative effect, of course I'd like to know that also. Many thanks for all. Best regards, Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm Subject: Re: sex determination in corals Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2002 08:00:27 -0400 From: John Ware Organization: SeaServices, Inc. To: matz@whitney.ufl.edu CC: Coral-List Assuming that the method is not invasive, I'm interested too. Please respond to list. Thanks, John Mikhail Matz wrote: > > Hello listers, > > Does anybody know the mechanism of sex determination in great star coral > Montastraea cavernosa? And how to tell a boy from a girl?.. > > Mike > > -- > Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. > > Whitney Laboratory > University of Florida > 9505 Ocean Shore blvd > St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA > phone +1 904 461 4025 > fax +1 904 461 4008 > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. -- ************************************************************* * * * John R. Ware, PhD * * President * * SeaServices, Inc. * * 19572 Club House Road * * Montgomery Village, MD, 20886, USA * * 301 987-8507 * * jware@erols.com * * seaservices.org * * fax: 301 987-8531 * * _ * * | * * ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ * * _|_ * * | _ | * * _______________________________| |________ * * |\/__ Undersea Technology for the 21st Century \ * * |/\____________________________________________/ * ************************************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: tissue loss on M. cavernosa Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2002 09:19:15 -0400 From: "T D Hickey" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi Coral Folks, I have been involved in a project with Bob Halley and Chris Reich assessing the effects of Hurricane Mitch on the coral reefs of the Bay Islands, Honduras. Our last trip was in November and while diving off the island of Guanaja, I came across this M. cavernosa that appears to be losing its living tissue rapidly. I have talked with a few local coral experts and the consensus is, "some call this a white wasting disease" and they have observed similar outward symptoms in other areas of the Caribbean (i.e. south Florida and USVI). I have about 1 minute of digital video of this one particular head (I have not seen this before). In some cases, half of the polyp has living tissue and the other half is skeleton. The skeleton is absolutely tissue-free. Is this a type of plague? The literature that I have found does not mention this syndrome. Do you know anyone that may be working on this? And of course I must ask the impossible... Has a pathogen been identified? Please see the below web address for a still image taken from the video. http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/~tdhickey/Mcav.jpg Thank you in advance for your time and any information you may provide, Don ------------------------------- T. Donald Hickey U.S. Geological Survey Center for Coastal Studies 600 4th St. South St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Phone: (727) 803-8747 ext. 3040 Fax: (727) 803-2032 tdhickey@usgs.gov http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Call for directors and volunteers Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2002 14:17:03 -0400 From: David Browne To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Interested in saving marine ecosystems? Want to use or develop your leadership skills? Interested in being part of an international team? Ocean Voice International is looking for new Directors and committee members! Ocean Voice International is a small, non-profit, marine conservation organization based in Ottawa, Canada. Founded in 1987, Ocean Voice works toward the protection of marine habitats and sustainable marine resource use. We focus on community-based projects and alternative livelihoods for coastal communities in Canada and overseas. Past projects have included sustainable aquarium fish harvest in the Philippines, community participation in marine park management and coastal zone management in Indonesia, and public education on coral reef conservation in the Caribbean. Ocean Voice also publishes a quarterly marine conservation journal, Sea Wind, and technical reports on the status of marine resources. We are looking for individuals from Canada and other countries with varying levels and types of experience and an interest in marine conservation issues who are interested in serving on the Board of Directors or one of the working committees of Ocean Voice. Members of the Board of Directors have worked on developing new projects and establishing links with other organizations and governments. They oversee the administration of the organization. Working committees include the editorial board of Sea Wind, the environmental education committee, and the fundraising committee. Individuals with experience working on Boards/Committees and in areas such as research, administration, policy development, fundraising, marketing or communications are especially encouraged to get involved. We will be holding our Annual General Meeting on June 1st in Ottawa. If you are interested in becoming involved with Ocean Voice, please contact us at: Ocean Voice International Box 37026 3332 McCarthy Rd. Ottawa, Ontario K1V 0W0 Tel 613-721-4541 Fax 613-721-4562 Email oceans@superaje.ca www.ovi.ca ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Fihs kill in Réunion, SW Indian ocean Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 11:28:04 +0800 From: Jean Pascal QUOD To: Dear Coral listers, We are writing today as since february, west coast of Réunion is experiencing a fish kill event, still running on. We have suffered from a previous outbreak in november 2000 wich killed deep species such as carnivorous species cf groupers V louti, and herbivorous fishes. The actual situation seems to coincide with the cyclone DINA but we have not been able to confirm either this occurence nor the triggering factors. Streptoccocus bacteria have been identified both in 2002 & 2002. If you can contribute to understanding key issues, give us accurate protocols, please contact Jean Turquet, Environment Toxicology Unit, Réunion (Email jturquet.arvam@wanadoo.fr). Best regards, Subject: What you send or post Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 08:24:54 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list Greetings Coral-Listers, I just wanted to remind you that the coral-list software (majordomo) will not accept the posting of large files (i.e., over 30K characters). Thus, if you have documents (especially as binary word processor files) or pictures that you try to post, they will be rejected and your post will not appear. Your best bet is to refer to a URL on a Web site where that information is stored. Majordomo is meant to serve as a fairly brief email information and/or discussion outlet, not as a large data service. Thank you for your cooperation. Cheers, Jim Hendee coral-list administrator ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Clove oil and acetone Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 05:31:19 -0700 (PDT) From: Melissa Keyes To: coral-list-daily Hello everyone, Clove oil, topically applied, will dull the pain of a toothache in humans. Strong stuff. Acetone is the same as nail polish remover. Try this: put your head in a bag with a dish of evaporating acetone, breathe the fumes for a few minutes, and see how you feel, then tell me it must be harmless. Cheers, Melissa Keyes St. Croix, USVI ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Games - play chess, backgammon, pool and more Subject: Re: Clove oil and acetone Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 09:35:35 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list CC: Melissa Keyes That was kind of funny, but for those of you not familiar with acetone, don't try that! It will kill you! cheers, Jim Melissa Keyes wrote: > Hello everyone, > > Clove oil, topically applied, will dull the pain of a toothache in > humans. Strong stuff. > > Acetone is the same as nail polish remover. Try this: put your head > in a bag with a dish of evaporating acetone, breathe the fumes for a > few minutes, and see how you feel, then tell me it must be harmless. > > Cheers, > > Melissa Keyes > > St. Croix, USVI > > > ----------------------------------------------------------------------- > Do You Yahoo!? > Yahoo! Games - play chess, backgammon, pool and more ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Ocean Voice call for directors correction Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 10:34:47 -0400 From: David Browne To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CORRECTION The email given for Ocean Voice in the call for directors and volunteers should be oceans@superaje.com David Browne Ocean Voice International ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: sex determination in corals Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 11:03:16 -0400 From: "Alina M. Szmant" To: jware@erols.com CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Unfortunately, you need to take a tissue sample to see if the colony carries sperm or eggs. At 08:00 AM 04/24/2002 -0400, you wrote: > Assuming that the method is not invasive, I'm interested too. Please > respond to list. > > Thanks, > John > > Mikhail Matz wrote: > > > > Hello listers, > > > > Does anybody know the mechanism of sex determination in great star coral > > Montastraea cavernosa? And how to tell a boy from a girl?.. > > > > Mike > > > > -- > > Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. > > > > Whitney Laboratory > > University of Florida > > 9505 Ocean Shore blvd > > St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA > > phone +1 904 461 4025 > > fax +1 904 461 4008 > > > > ~~~~~~~ > > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. > > -- > ************************************************************* > * * > * John R. Ware, PhD * > * President * > * SeaServices, Inc. * > * 19572 Club House Road * > * Montgomery Village, MD, 20886, USA * > * 301 987-8507 * > * jware@erols.com * > * seaservices.org * > * fax: 301 987-8531 * > * _ * > * | * > * ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ * > * _|_ * > * | _ | * > * _______________________________| |________ * > * |\/__ Undersea Technology for the 21st Century \ * > * |/\____________________________________________/ * > ************************************************************** > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the > menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ******************************************************************* Dr. Alina M. Szmant Coral Reef Research Group Professor of Biology Center for Marine Science University of North Carolina at Wilmington 5600 Marvin K. Moss Lane Wilmington NC 28409-5928 tel: (910)962-2362 fax: (910)962-2410 email: szmanta@uncwil.edu http://www.uncwil.edu/people/szmanta/ ****************************************************************** Subject: Tissue loss on M. cavernosa (and other corals) Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 09:48:32 -0700 (PDT) From: Yael Ben-Haim To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi Don, I have been studying tissue loss (tissue lysis as we term) of stony corals for the last few years, in relation to bacterial infection, as well as effect of increased seawater temperatures. We have isolated and characterized a new bacterial pathogen that is the causative agent of tissue lysis of Pocillopora damicornis corals. The pathogen was isolated originally from diseased corals in the Indian Ocean , and was reisolated, identified and tested for pathogenicity in the Red Sea as well. It is a novel species of the genus Vibrio , named Vibrio coralyticus. The paper summarizing the research will be very soon published in Marine Biology , and hopegully answer a few of your questions. The picture of the M. cavernosa showing tissue loss, and your descriptions of the syndromes are very similar to our cases , and it may be caused by a similar or closely related pathogen. Will it be possible to view somehow the video you've filmed? Did you by any chance recorded the sea temperature, when you saw the lysing corals? Hope this helps, Yael Yael Ben-Haim Dept. of Microbiology and Biotechnology Tel Aviv University Israel Tel: (972) 3 6407627 Fax: (972) 3 6429377 e-mail: yaelbh@post.tau.ac.il ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Games - play chess, backgammon, pool and more Subject: sex determination in corals - 2 Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 15:29:58 -0400 From: "Mike Matz" To: "coral-list" Hi, thanks a lot to everybody who replied to my question; it looks like there is no non-invasive way (yet) to tell a boy from a girl; but: What about the biological mechanisms that determine sex in corals? For example, is it genetically pre-determined, or sex of a colony can change, say, depending on age and/or environmental conditions? Any information of this sort will be much appreciated. Mike Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. Whitney Laboratory University of Florida 9505 Ocean Shore blvd St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA phone +1 904 461 4025 fax +1 904 461 4008 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Internat'l coral funding Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 16:57:40 -0400 From: "Eileen Alicea" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov A new opportunity for funding of international coral reef projects is now available through NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program, which was published in the Federal Register on Friday, April 19. The international grant information below is excerpted from the Federal Register, Vol. 67, No. 76 The Final Program Guidelines provide a general overview of the program, while the Fiscal Year 2002 Funding Guidance provides specific information on the eligibility, proposal content, etc. for each of the six program areas included in this year’s funding. Both of the documents may be found at http://www.coral.noaa.gov/crcp. Applications for funding are due to NOAA on MAY 24, 2002. Eligible Applicants Applicants will be international governmental and non-governmental organizations and institutions including Federated States of Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands The International grant program has four objectives: 1. Promote Monitoring of Coral Ecosystems: The National Action Plan gives priority to collaboration with the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network (GCRMN), recognizing the importance of its biennial Status of Coral Reefs of the World reports, and extensive partnerships with regional and national monitoring efforts. Therefore, activities will focus on expanding biophysical monitoring networks that contribute to understanding the status of coral reefs, promoting public awareness, and contributing to local management objectives. In FY 2002, emphasis will be placed on community participation in monitoring programs, communication of results to policy makers, and commitment to make data available to the GCRMN Data Centre at the International Centre for Living Aquatic Resources. 2. Enhance Management Effectiveness of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs): The National Action Plan calls for strengthening the protection of resources within existing MPAs. NOAA has launched strategic partnerships with the World Conservation Union's (IUCN) World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) and World Wildlife Fund (WWF)International to improve the management of MPAs by providing managers, planners, and other decision-makers with methods for assessing the effectiveness of MPA sites and national systems of MPAs. Therefore, funded activities will focus on assessing the effectiveness of management at those pilot coral MPAs that apply and test the approach and indicators developed therein. 3. Encourage Regional Approaches to Further Marine Reserves in the Caribbean and Southeast Asia: The National Action Plan highlights the role that highly protected areas (i.e., no-take ecological reserves) play in creating a network of coral marine protected areas for biodiversity conservation and sustainable fisheries management. The Program will fund activities that support the development of networks of marine reserves in the Caribbean and Southeast Asia. The Program will fund regional-level activities that promote the design and implementation of no-take marine reserves such as awareness campaigns on the value of marine reserves for government officials and policy makers throughout the region, or training workshops on sustainable financing mechanisms for marine reserve management. The Caribbean and Southeast Asia regions were selected in part because of the substantial interest and existing experience with marine reserves. 4. Promote the Use of Socio-Economic Assessments in Marine Protected Areas: The National Action Plan recognizes that the human dimension is often overlooked in developing coral reef management strategies and calls for measures to enhance understanding of stakeholder benefits and resolve important user conflicts. Recognizing the importance of the human dimension, the GCRMN, in partnership with NOAA, WCPA, and the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), recently published The Socioeconomic Manual for Coral Reef Management, a guide to conducting socioeconomic assessments of reef user groups. Awards Awards will be for $30,000 –$40,000 each for 12-18 month duration with an Oct 1st start date. Project duration should be 12-18 months and matching contributions should be from non-US Federal sources. If an organization has no reasonable means to provide a match, please refer to Section VIII. Matching funds of the Program Guidelines Federal Register Notice at http://www.coral.noaa.gov/crcp/ for detailed instructions How to apply: One original and two signed project proposal packages of federal forms and work proposal should be submitted to: David Kennedy, NOAA Coral Program Coordinator, Office of Response and Restoration, N/ORR, NOAA National Ocean Service, 1305 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910 with ATTENTION to International Coral Reef Conservation. Fax Number is 301-713-4389. Applications must be received by FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2002. Notice of intent to fund will be sent to applicants by June 28, 2002 and final applications are due to NOAA on July 19, 2002. Please consider delivery times from international or remote locations. No electronic mail applications will be accepted. International funding information begins at IX. International Coral Reef Conservation of the Funding Guidelines FRN. Pertinent federal forms include forms SF-424, SF-424A, SF-424B, CD 511,CD 512, and SF-LLL, and can be obtained from the NOAA grants Website at www.rdc.noaa.gov/~grants/pdf. For more information, please contact Eileen Alicea at eileen.alicea@noaa.gov or 301-713-3078 x218. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: wrecks as natural laboratorium Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2002 18:21:23 -0400 From: "Mark Vermeij" Organization: NOAA To: Coral-List Aloha- For the past few days I have been swimming over the reefs on the Florida Keys to look for areas with high coral recruitment. On average you'll find between 8-15 juveniles (<1cm diameter) within a square meter. Surprisingly, the number of recruits increases enormously on wrecks (as it does in other regions in the Caribbean) and up to 100 juvenile individuals can easily be found per m^2. Although the composition of such communities is biased towards "opportunistic" species (i.e. Siderastrea, Porites, Madracis, Agaricids, Dichocoenia), there is still a lot of potential to use such communities in life history analyses since signs of reduced growth or increased (partial) mortality resulting from their position on a "unnatural substratum" seem absent. Adult colonies are also more abundant and also do well. Despite these promising characteristics (high density, survival and low "stress") I wonder whether anybody can explain why coral recruits do so well on these structures that have been submerged for >30 years? Is it because of an settlement preference for metal structures, a large reduction of in the competition for space with macro algae (these are nearly absent on the wrecks I saw) or something else? I look forward to your suggestions/ hypotheses to clarify this phenomenon. Best regards, Mark -- Dr. Mark Vermeij Post Doctoral Associate Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Science Center 75 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149 USA Tel: +1 305-361-4230, Fax: +1 305-361-4562 E-mail: Mark.Vermeij@noaa.gov http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/groups/cimas/ http://www.noaa.gov Subject: Re: coral-list-daily V2 #408 Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2002 09:31:12 -0700 From: George Stettner To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov On Fri, 26 Apr 2002 04:00:31 GMT owner-coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov (coral-list-daily) writes: Hi Don, [snip] It is a novel species of the genus Vibrio , named Vibrio coralyticus. The paper summarizing the research will be very soon published in Marine Biology , and hopegully answer a few of your questions. [snip] Yael Yael Ben-HaimDept. of Microbiology and BiotechnologyTel Aviv UniversityIsraelTel: (972) 3 6407627Fax: (972) 3 6429377e-mail: yaelbh@post.tau.ac.il Yael, Could you please post on the list when this is published, or a URL where it might be found? Thanks, George Stettner Aquarium/Reptile Supervisor San Antonio Zoo ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: black band disease molecular microbiology Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2002 12:44:16 -0500 From: "Bruce W. Fouke" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov For those interested in coral black band disease, our preliminary data set on the molecular microbiology of BBD has just appeared in press. Frias-Lopez, J., Zerkle, A.L., Bonheyo, G.T., and Fouke, B.W., 2002, Partitioning of bacterial communities between seawater and healthy, black band diseased, and dead coral surfaces. Applied and Environmental Microbiology, Vol. 68, No. 5, p. 2214-2228. -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Bruce W. Fouke, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Geology University of Illinois 1301 W. Green Street Urbana, IL 61801 USA Office Phone: (217) 244-5431 Office FAX: (217) 244-4996 Lab Phones: (217) 333-0672 or (217) 244-9848 Email: fouke@uiuc.edu Web Site: http://www.geology.uiuc.edu/~bfouke/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Subject: American Scientist lead article Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2002 16:38:36 -0400 From: Gene Shinn To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The current issue of American Scientist contains a review paper on African dust, microbes, and corals by, Griffin et al. For a preview go to http://www.sigmaxi.org/amsci/articles/02articles/Griffin.html ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/ | E. A. Shinn email eshinn@usgs.gov USGS Center for Coastal Geology | 600 4th St. South | voice (727) 803-8747 x3030 St.Petersburg, FL 33701 | fax (727) 803-2032 ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Isolation of a novel bacterial coral pathogen Date: Sat, 27 Apr 2002 02:51:59 -0700 (PDT) From: Yael Ben-Haim To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: lakehills1@juno.com Hi all Coral-Listers, George and Don , Hereby attached the online publication url in Marine Biology, of the paper describing the isolation and characterization of the novel bacterial pathogen of Pocillopora damicornis corals: A novel Vibrio sp. pathogen of the coral Pocillopora damicornis (2002) Ben-Haim Y. and Rosenberg E. http://link.springer.de/link/service/journals/00227/contents/02/00797/ Yael Ben-Haim ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Yael Ben-Haim Dept. of Molecular Microbiology and Biotechnology Tel Aviv University Israel Tel: (+972) 3 6407627 Fax: (+972) 3 6429377 e-mail: yaelbh@post.tau.ac.il ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Subject: Diagonal butterflyfish Date: Sun, 28 Apr 2002 20:22:24 +0200 From: "Roi Holzman" To: hallow all does anybody knows a reference on the diel behavior and activity of the above fish or a similar butterflyfish ? thanks in advance Roi Holzman roi@pob.huji.ac.il InterUniversity Institute For Marine Science of Eilat P.O. box 469, Eilat, 88103, Israel. Phone: 972-8-6360129/143 Fax: 972-8-6374329 Subject: Monitoring at Flower Garden Banks Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2002 13:38:39 -0500 From: "George Schmahl" Organization: Ocean and Coastal Resource Management To: Coral List An announcement has been posted by the Minerals Management Service (U.S. Department of Interior) asking for "Statements of Capability" from those entities interested in being considered for a contract to conduct coral reef monitoring activities at the East and West Flower Garden Banks in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico. The announcement can be viewed at the following web address: http://www.eps.gov/spg/DOI/MMS/PO/1435-01-02-RP-85088/SynopsisP.html The potential contract is jointly funded by MMS and the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, and will cover the next two years (2002-2003) of monitoring activities associated with a long term monitoring program that has been in effect since 1989. General information about the monitoring program can be obtained from the following web site: http://www.gomr.mms.gov/homepg/regulate/environ/flow_gar/flowgard.html Interested parties should direct inquiries to the Minerals Management Service contact person identified in the announcement. -- G.P. Schmahl Sanctuary Manager National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary 216 W. 26th Street, Suite 104 Bryan, TX 77803 (979) 779-2705 (979) 779-2334 (fax) george.schmahl@noaa.gov http://www.flowergarden.nos.noaa.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: postgraduate(PhD) scholarship Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2002 10:15:00 +1000 From: Adele Pile To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Postgraduate Scholarship in Marine Biology Open to candidates with good honours degree in science; PhD project investigates the effect of pulsed water events on benthic communities; must be willing to conduct field work in South Australia; ability to SCUBA dive desirable; prefer candidate to begin studies in August 2002; must be citizens or permanent residents of Australia; renewable for up to 3 years; AU$17,609pa. Closing Date: 14 June 2002 Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/ Or contact Dr. Adele Pile apile@bio.usyd.edu.au ************************************************************ Dr Adele Pile Lecturer in Marine Biology University of Sydney School of Biological Sciences Heydon-Laurence Building (A08) Sydney, NSW 2006 Australia phone: + 61 02 9351 2440 fax: +61 02 9351 4119 http://www.bio.usyd.edu.au/staff/adelepile/AdelePile.htm *********************************************************** --=====================_432246802==_.ALT Content-Type: text/html; charset="us-ascii" Postgraduate Scholarship in Marine Biology

Open to candidates with good honours degree in science; PhD project investigates the effect of pulsed water events on benthic communities; must be willing to conduct field work in South Australia; ability to SCUBA dive desirable; prefer candidate to begin studies in August 2002; must be citizens or permanent residents of Australia; renewable for up to 3 years; AU$17,609pa.

Closing Date: 14 June 2002

Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/
Or contact Dr. Adele Pile apile@bio.usyd.edu.au


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Dr Adele Pile

Lecturer in Marine Biology
University of Sydney
School of Biological Sciences
Heydon-Laurence Building (A08)
Sydney, NSW 2006
Australia

phone:  + 61 02 9351 2440
fax: +61 02 9351 4119
*********************************************************** --=====================_432246802==_.ALT-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Reef Encounter - Call for Contributions Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2002 17:55:02 +0100 (BST) From: "K.A. Teleki" To: Coral-List MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR REEF STUDIES News, Views and Reviews REEF ENCOUNTER No. 32 CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS Reef Encounter is looking for articles for the next issue (due out in September 2002). We welcome contributions from 300 - 1200 words on any aspect of reef studies, including news, comments, short reviews (but not original scientific data) and also illustrations/cartoons. Our final deadline is 1st July, but we appreciate receiving early contributions. Please send your ideas for articles and the articles themselves to our NEW email address: editors@reefencounter.org You will receive an email acknowledgment from one of the editors within a couple of days (if you don't please check back!). If you need style guidelines, take a look at recent back issues at the society's webpage www.uncwil.edu/isrs. Thank you! Kristian Teleki Maggie Watson Maria Joao Rodrigues If you are interested in joining the society and receiving Reef Encounter and the journal Coral Reefs, you can find more details on the web page. www.uncwil.edu/isrs ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: FW: LILE AUX BENITIERS GOES ONLINE & INTERNATIONAL!!! Date: Wed, 1 May 2002 10:44:39 +0400 From: "Tania van Schalkwyk" To: > INTERNATIONAL UPDATE: > > After an international petition (which is still circulating), many > concerned individuals & organisations responded to an appeal to write > letters to the Government of Mauritius expressing their opinions & > statements of opposition or concern RE: development on L'ile aux Benitiers > and the fate of this islet. > > Now, Africa Geographic, a magazine "about a continent worth saving" with > articles about Africa's rich heritage & wildlife, exciting travel tips & > opportunities, etc. > has published information RE: L'ile aux Benitiers and the conservation > fight to save the islet, under the title of: > Mauritian Isle Under Threat. > The information is available in their current issue (May 2002). > Alternatively, you can go to their home web page, where the L'ile aux > Benitiers issue is hilighted. The website is worth checking out. > www.africa-geographic.com > > > So... > LILE AUX BENITIERS HAS GONE INTERNATIONAL & ONLINE! > > Should you know of any other publications (national & international) or > websites hilighting the fight to save L'ile aux Benitiers, please forward > the information to haberland@intnet.mu > > Keep up the fight! > > Tania > (a concerned citizen) > > PS I will be offline during the month of May. Please address all queries, > comments & info to: haberland@intnet.mu > bearing in mind that answers may be slow ! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: winmail.dat winmail.dat Type: Notepad (application/x-unknown-content-type-Notepad.exe) Encoding: base64 Subject: Postion: Moorea, Research Scientist Date: Wed, 1 May 2002 08:57:58 -0700 From: George Roderick To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Academic Coordinator (Research Scientist), permanent, nine-month (paid over 12 months), at the Univ. Calif., Berkeley in the College of Natural Resources associated with the Richard B. Gump South Pacific Research Station (Moorea, French Polynesia). Available 1 June 2002. Salary range Academic Coordinator, $54,240-$59,436. Initial appointment dates are 6/1/02-5/31/03 with expectations of yearly reappointment depending upon availability of funds. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in an appropriate field, including biological, physical, social, or human sciences, 2 years of postdoctoral experience, as well as experience as a director or manager. The Research Director will develop and coordinate research programs focused on French Polynesia as a model system to study the interaction of biological, cultural, and physical processes in the construction and maintenance of biocultural communities. She or he will lead the Polynesia Education and Research Laboratories at the Gump Station in Moorea and will spend extended periods of time in French Polynesia. Applicants should have experience of working in an international setting (preferably in Polynesia), preferably island systems, and have familiarity with field stations. A working knowledge of French is essential. The appointee will help to develop innovative undergraduate and graduate teaching programs in Moorea and can apply for Adjunct Faculty status. The candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated leadership abilities, and a proven record in obtaining research grants and other fundraising. Applicants should submit CV, statement of research and teaching interests, and names and addresses of three references to: George Roderick, Director, Gump Station, College of Natural Resources, 201 Wellman Hall, MC 3112, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-3112. Additional information can be found at http://nature.berkeley.edu/gump. Applications must be received by 15 May 2002. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. -- George Roderick ------------------------------------------------------------- Faculty Director Gump South Pacific Research Laboratory, Moorea, French Polynesia http://nature.berkeley.edu/gump and Environmental Science, Policy and Management 201 Wellman Hall MC 3112, University of California Berkeley, CA 94720-3112 USA tel (510) 643-3326, dept. (510) 642-3327, fax (510) 642-7428 http://nature.berkeley.edu/~roderick, http://nature.berkeley.edu/evolab ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the Subject: Reef exploitation indicators for SE Asian reefs Date: Fri, 3 May 2002 10:38:04 +0100 From: "Tim Daw" To: Dear List Members I am currently looking for evidence of overexploitation and reef degradation from data collected by volunteers over 2.5 years on the coral reefs in northern Sabah, Borneo. It appears that the reefs are very heavily over-exploited and to illustrate this am looking for comparative data from reefs the region on the following variables: - Size/frequency distributions and/or densities of commercially valuable fish measured by UVC. Particulary for Plectropomus spp, Cheilinus undulatus, Cromileptes altivelis as well as generally for Balistids, Lutjanids, Lethrinids, Haemulids, Scarids and Groupers. - Densities of Diadema, Tridacnid clams and edible Holothurians. I'd be particularly interested in data from protected or well-managed sites and highly overfished sites to compare our data with that from best and worst case scenarios. So far, I've found some good fish density data from Indonesia and the Philippines in papers by Pet-Soede et al and Russ and Acala. With thanks for any assistance, Cheers, Tim Daw Former Chief Scientist Greenforce Pulau Banggi Project for Coral Reef Biodiversity I am currently analysing data collected by volunteers over 2.5 years on the coral reefs of Banggi, northern Sabah, Borneo. We are looking for indications of reef health and fishing impacts (general overfishing as well as cyanide and blast fishing). I would be really grateful to hear from anyone who might have or be able to direct me towards comparable data as I hope to put the current status of Banggi's reefs and the measurements we have obtained into context by comparison with other (some well-managed if possible) reefs in the region. I'm particularly interested in: - Size/frequency distribution of commercially valuable fish measured by UVC. Particulary for Plectropomus spp, Cheilinus undulatus, Cromileptes altivelis as well as generally for Balistids, Lutjanids, Lethrinids, Haemulids, Scarids and Groupers. - Densities of Diadema and Tridacnid clams - Any studies that have used UVC to estimate biomass of commercial fish. I'd also like to hear if there are any suggestions of other indicators of overfishing and reef health that we could look at from the results of our belt transects for fish and invertebrates and line point transects for substrate and coral growth form. The commonest general indicators for coral condition appear to be Please reply directly to me at this address. Tim Daw ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Tropical Marine Invertebrate Biology Summer Course Date: Sat, 4 May 2002 11:24:27 -0500 From: "Norman J. Quinn" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I would like to invite list members wishing to learn more about tropical invertebrates to consider participating in the course offered below. Cheers Norman Quinn Tropical Marine Invertebrate Biology Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory University of the West Indies 30 June - 14 July 2002 Faculty: Prof. Peter F. Newell, Former Head Dept of Biology, University of the South Pacific Dr. Barbara L. Kojis, Director, Division of Fish and Wildlife, Virgin Islands Dr. Norman J. Quinn, Director, Discovery Bay Marine Lab, University of the West Indies Dr. George F. Warner, Director, Center for Marine Science, University of the West Indies Course Aims: To increase students' knowledge of the biology and biodiversity of marine invertebrate animals and of methodologies for marine biological fieldwork through intensive, direct experience. At the end of the course the students will be able to identify marine species within a range of invertebrate phyla. They will understand aspects of the biological relationships between these species and their environments and will be able to apply field and laboratory techniques to study these relationships. They will become proficient at scientific record keeping. Instruction by a widely experienced faculty will be by extensive fieldwork, lectures, and laboratory practicals. This is a 4 credit University of the West Indies course and may be transferable to other universities. Application: The course is open to undergraduates and graduates who have taken at least one year of biology - invertebrate zoology and ecology are recommended. All students must be confident of their swimming skills. Students with scuba certification are encouraged to enroll and will be able to utilize those skills in field activities. Applications should include a cover letter with a paragraph describing why you are interested in the course, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation. Applications will be reviewed on 22 May 2002. Late applications will be considered if space permits. Applications may either be sent by post or email. Fellowships will be available to facilitate participation of students who have difficulty paying the full fee. The fellowships will not be available to assist with paying for meals and accommodation. Evidence for the fellowship must be included when the student submits the application. Facilities: The Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory is a research and teaching institution of the University of the West Indies, ideally located for studies of coral reef environments. It has easy access to a shallow-water lagoon, rocky shores, shallow and deep coral reefs and fossil Pleistocene coral reefs. Diving equipment includes scuba tanks, several boats, compressors, a double lock hyperbaric chamber, digital imaging lab, wet lab, several dry labs, library and workshops. Accommodations include a 10 room dormitory and apartment block. Research space is available to investigators, students and courses from other institutions. For details of fees and space availability contact: Dr. Norman J. Quinn, Director, Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory, PO Box 35, Discovery Bay, St. Ann, Jamaica. Fax (876) 973-3091, phone (876) 973-2241. Email: nquinn@uwimona.edu.jm Norman Quinn, Ph.D. Director Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory PO Box 35 Discovery Bay, St. Ann Jamaica phone (876) 973-2241 fax (876) 973-3091 reply to: nquinn@uwimona.edu.jm "I have made this letter a rather long one, only because I didn't have the leisure to make it shorter." Blaise Pascal (1623-1662) NOTICE: This message contains privileged and confidential information intended only for the use of the addressee named above. If you are not the intended recipient of this message you are hereby notified that you must not disseminate, copy or take any action in reliance on it. If you have received this message in error please notify me immediately. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender has the authority to issue and specifically states them to be the views of Discovery Bay Marine Lab. 876 973 2241 phone 876 973 3091 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: What saves corals from bleaching? Date: Mon, 06 May 2002 20:43:42 +1000 From: Terry Done To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Message from: Terry Done, Jamie Oliver, Steve Coles, Rod Salm, Gilly Llewellyn, David Obura Dear Coral-Listers; We are writing to ask if you could find some time to complete a bleaching questionnaire that is posted on the ReefBase web site. http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingquestionaire/index.asp You can answer it on-line, or if that is an expensive option for you, you can quickly download an electronic copy of the form from the ReefBase site (see bottom of 1st page of the questionnaire) or request either Terry Done (tdone@aims.gov.au) or Jamie Oliver (j.oliver@cgiar.org) to email you a copy. The questionnaire is one approach to better understand the causes of the patchiness in bleaching response and recovery. We developed it with colleagues at an international workshop in Hawaii May 2001 hosted by The Nature Conservancy and the WWF (see proceedings at www.conserveonline.org). It aims to establish the best predictors of resistance to coral bleaching and mortality during bleaching, and of resilience or recovery on affected reefs following bleaching events. Responses to the questionnaire will allow the testing of a range of hypotheses that various environmental factors actually confer bleaching resistance and promote recovery. The process is intended to help define additional criteria that might be factored into the design and selection of new coral reef MPAs. We have tried to make the questions mostly qualitative or semiquantitative. The strength of the exercise will be in getting lots of returns, not high levels of accuracy in answers to individual questions. We will do multivariate analyses of the returns that allow us to weight individual factors and combinations of factors that best predict vulnerability or resistance during bleaching years, and recoverability following bleaching. We would be very grateful if you would try it for at least one site or two contrasting sites (e.g. one that did and one that did not bleach in 1998 or 2002). Let Terry know if you have any problems, and if it works OK, please fill out as many as you are able to - one per site. Many thanks, Terry Done, Jamie Oliver, Steve Coles, Rod Salm, Gilly Llewellyn, David Obura Subject: Re: black band disease molecular microbiology Date: Mon, 06 May 2002 12:55:13 +0000 From: "ofri johan" To: fouke@uiuc.edu, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: Click Here ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: White Plague Alert Date: Mon, 6 May 2002 07:37:50 -0700 (PDT) From: Hernandez Edwin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: Laurie Richardson , Samantha Ryan , Craig Downs , "'Cheryl.Woodley@noaa.gov'" , Kay Briggs , Jeff Miller , Caroline S Rogers Dear coral-listers. This short notice is to send you an early alert on White Plague! On March 27, 2002 a single colony of Montastrea annularis (columnar morph) showed what appeared to be a typical lesion of a White Plague II infection. The observation was made at Carlos Rosario Beach, within the Luis Pena Channel Marine Fishery Reserve, Culebra Island (27 km off northeastern Puerto Rico). But on May 4, 2002, approximately 40 colonies of M. annularis where showing similar recent mortality, higly similar to WP-II in their early stages. Also, there was one partially bleached colony of M. annularis, as well as 5 colonies showing a recent outbreak of Black Band Disease. Observations were made in approximately a 200 x 80 m area. This pattern appears to be similar to what we observed during the 2001 outbreak, very sparse signs of the disease in late June, and then a major outbreak by August. However, this year it commenced approximately 3 months earlier than in 2001. No microbiological samples have been collected yet because we were not expecting this during our recent visit. I plan to collect samples during the following trip. Any recommendations on culturing and preserving bacterial isolates are welcome. Please, keep your eyes open if you happen to see anything which may look like WP-II. Best wishes. Edwin __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Health - your guide to health and wellness http://health.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: coral-list-daily V2 #417 Date: Mon, 6 May 2002 19:15:02 -0700 From: George Stettner To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Effective immediatly, there is an Aquarist position available at the San Antonio Zoological Gardens and Aquarium.Aquarists perform a variety of tasks related to the handling, care, and maintenance of fishes, invertebrates, and other aquatic vertebrae along with their enviroments.The Aquarist reports to the department Supervisor. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS *Establish and maintain positive, cooperative, and effective working relations with fellow employees. *Constantly exhibit a customer service attitude, a smile, and an obvious interest in visitor comfort and service. *Communicate with the public in a courtious and tactful manner and assist visitors with questions and directions to various areas of the Zoo. Address the visitor-do not wait to be asked. *Remove trash and debris from public areas; i.e. pick up litter whenever you see it. *Performing daily cleaning and maintenance of enclosures, service areas, and holding fascilities. *Assisting with medication of species in accordance with instructions of the Zoo Verterinarian. *Observing and evaluating animal behavior and conditions, and reporting to the department Supervisor on a daily basis. *Providing assistance in setting up exhibits. *Driving motor vehicles or operating mechanical equipment. *Any and all other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES *Knowledge of fishes and aquatic vertebrae behavior and biology. *Able to follow oral and written instructions. *Able to communicate in English. *Able to work safely with delicate, wild, and frequently dangerous species. *Able to lift heavey (80 lbs.) objects from ground level, move approximatly 10 feet, and return to ground level. *Able to open, enter, exit, and secure animal enclosures. *Suffeciant strngth, agiliyt, and coordination to net capture, amd/or restrain animals of extreme size, strngth, and agility. *Sufficiant delicacy to handle, examine, and move without harming, sick, injured, or struggling small animals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS *Able to work weekends, holidays, and occasional after-hour assignments. *Valid Texas driver's license. *Associates degree in wildlife/fisheries managment, zoology, biology, or related field. *One year aquarist experience. Starting salary is $7.87/hr. This goes to $8.11/hr. after 4 months. If you, or you know someone that is wanting to get into this field, please send a resume to, San Antonio Zoo 3903 N. St. Mary's ST. San Antonio, TX 78212 George Stettner Aquarium/Reptile Supervisor San Antonio Zoo ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Position Opening -correction Date: Mon, 6 May 2002 21:48:50 -0700 From: George Stettner To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Let this be a lesson, don't rush, use spell check. Thanks Geo. Effective immediately, there is an Aquarist position available at the San Antonio Zoological Gardens and Aquarium. Aquarists perform a variety of tasks related to the handling, care, and maintenance of fishes, invertebrates, and other aquatic vertebrae along with their environments Aquarist reports to the department Supervisor. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS *Establish and maintain positive, cooperative, and effective working relations with fellow employees. *Constantly exhibit a customer service attitude, a smile, and an obvious interest in visitor comfort and service. *Communicate with the public in a courteous and tactful manner and assist visitors with questions and directions to various areas of the Zoo. Address the visitor-do not wait to be asked. *Remove trash and debris from public areas; i.e. pick up litter whenever you see it. *Performing daily cleaning and maintenance of enclosures, service areas, and holding facilities. *Assisting with medication of species in accordance with instructions of the Zoo Veterinarian. *Observing and evaluating animal behavior and conditions, and reporting to the department Supervisor on a daily basis. *Providing assistance in setting up exhibits. *Driving motor vehicles or operating mechanical equipment. *Any and all other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES *Knowledge of fishes and aquatic vertebrae behavior and biology. *Able to follow oral and written instructions. *Able to communicate in English. *Able to work safely with delicate, wild, and frequently dangerous species. *Able to lift heavy (80 lbs.) objects from ground level, move approximately 10 feet, and return to ground level. *Able to open, enter, exit, and secure animal enclosures. *Sufficient strength, agility, and coordination to net capture, and/or restrain animals of extreme size, strength, and agility. *Sufficient delicacy to handle, examine, and move without harming, sick, injured, or struggling small animals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS *Able to work weekends, holidays, and occasional after-hour assignments. *Valid Texas driver's license. *Associates degree in wildlife/fisheries management, zoology, biology, or related field. *One year aquarist experience. Starting salary is $7.87/hr. This goes to $8.11/hr. after 4 months. If you, or you know someone that is wanting to get into this field, please send a resume to, San Antonio Zoo 3903 N. St. Mary's ST. San Antonio, TX 78212 George Stettner Aquarium/Reptile Supervisor San Antonio Zoo ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: coral-list, CHAMP Page shut-down Date: Tue, 07 May 2002 06:33:44 -0400 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list Ladies & Gentlemen, Coral-list and the CHAMP Home Page will likely be shut down temporarily this week so that we can move the list over to our new server. If you have something important to post, I suggest you post it today, then wait until I announce that the move has taken place before you post anything new. Thank you for your cooperation. Cheers, Jim coral-list admin ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Cuban Coral Reef Symposium Date: Tue, 07 May 2002 08:49:25 -0400 From: rginsburg@rsmas.miami.edu To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov SYMPOSIUM ON CORAL REEFS, TOGETHER FOR THEIR CONSERVATION Cayo Coco, Cuba September 16-20, 2002 TOPICS: 1. Integrated management and sustainable use of coral reef: marine reserves, protected areas and tourist use. 2. Contribution of fishermen, divers and volunteers of the communities to a status monitoring of the coral reef. 3. Environmental education to promote the protection of the coral reef. REGISTRATION: $150/person ACCOMODATIONS, MEALS AND TRANSFERS FROM CAYO COCO AIRPORT: Three meals and room (double occupancy) in 4 star hotel Approximately $360/for four nights. TRAVEL DIRECT MIAMI-HAVANA American citizens can fly direct from Miami to Havana and return on one of the daily charter flights for $330 uder the Travel Restrictions of the US Dept. of Treasurey Office of Foreign Assets Control. "Full-time professions whose travel is directly related to professsional research in their professional areas, provided that their research: (1) is of a non-commercial academic nature, (2) comprises a full work schedule in Cuba, and (3) has a substantial likelihood of public dissemination" OFAC (07913-99) For reservations or further information on air travel and transfers to Cayo Coco contact Marazul Travel 1-800-223-5334 or malonso@marazulcharters.com Mida Alonso can take care of your needs DAILY DIVING OR SNORKLING: A one-tank dive in Jardines de la Rey @ $22 or a 3.5 hour cruise and snorkle @Cayo Paredon Grande. POST-SYMPOSIUM DIVE TRIPS: Diving in Santa Lucia de Cuba or Maria la Gorda. FOR THE COMPLETE SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT WITH FULL INFORMATION INCLUDING PRESENTING A PAPER OR POSTER, CONTACT MARTA ARCOS comercial@marlin.cha.cyt.cu FOR INFORMATION ON TRAVEL TO CUBA SEE WWW.Cubalinda.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Diagonal butterflyfish Date: Tue, 07 May 2002 16:56:47 -0400 From: "Tom Hourigan" Organization: NOAA To: Roi Holzman , coral-list Dear Roi, I assume that you are referring to Chaetodon fasciatus? (C. auriga, the threadfin butterflyfish, is also sometimes referred to as the diagonal butterflyfish). I have not observed C. fasciatus, but its coloration (dark yellows with black and bright white patches) is reminiscent of C. lunula and C. quadrimaculatus. The contrasting black and white is thought to increase visibility in low light situations. Hobson (1974 - Fish Bull. 72:915-1031) presented gut content evidence that C. lunula fed at least to some extent at night in Hawaii. My own work on C. quadrimaculatus (Hourigan 1986, 1987) showed that this species fed on a lunar day rather than on a solar day in Hawaii. During the new moon, pairs fed primarily during the day, with the onset of feeding shifting about 50 minutes later on subsequent days, so that by the time of the full moon they were sheltered most of the day and feeding at night! This is the only example of such an unusual diel cycle for a coral reef fish of which I am aware. C. quadrimaculatus, like C. fasciatus forms pairs and feeds in part on coral polyps. C. lunula in Hawaii, in contrast does not seem to form pairs or feed on corals. It is interesting that the permanent coloration of C. quadrimaculatus is very similar to the temporary nocturnal coloration of several butterflyfish species (e.g., Chaetodon citrinellus, C. melanotus, C. tinkeri and C. trifascialis). I would be very interested to learn if C. fasciatus is feeding at least partially at night. Tom Hourigan, T.F. (1987). The Behavioral Ecology of Three Species of Hawaiian Butterflyfishes, (Fam. Chaetodontidae). Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Hawaii. Hourigan, T.F. (1986). An experimental removal of a territorial pomacentrid: Effects on the occurrence and behavior of competitors. Env. Biol. Fish. 15(3):161-169. Roi Holzman wrote: > hallow alldoes anybody knows a reference on the diel behavior and activity > of the above fish or a similar butterflyfish ? > > thanks in advanceRoi Holzman > roi@pob.huji.ac.il > InterUniversity Institute For Marine Science of Eilat > P.O. box 469, Eilat, 88103, Israel. > Phone: 972-8-6360129/143 > Fax: 972-8-6374329 Thomas F. Hourigan, Ph.D. Coral Reef and Biodiversity Coordinator Office of Habitat Conservation -- Tel: (301) 713-2319 NOAA/National Marine Fisheries Service -- Fax: (301) 713-0376 Thomas F. Hourigan, Ph.D. Coral Reef and Biodiversity Coordinator Office of Habitat Conservation -- Tel: (301) 713-2319 NOAA/National Marine Fisheries Service -- Fax: (301) 713-0376 1315 East-West Highway Fax: (301) 713-0376 Silver Spring Work: (301) 713-2319 MD 20850 U.S.A. Additional Information: Last Name Hourigan First Name Tom Version 2.1 Subject: Welcome to the new coral-list mail server! Date: Thu, 9 May 2002 14:16:56 -0400 (EDT) From: Louis Florit To: From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD Greetings, Coral-Listers! I am happy to announce that coral-list is now installed on our super-server at AOML. Thanks go to our programming and systems support team here at AOML: Louis Florit CHAMP majordomo/sendmail and Oracle expert Clarke Jeffris AOML/OCD Systems Administrator John McKeever AOML Systems Administrator Monika Gurnee CHAMP WebMiss Our new server is a Beowulf 8-cluster Linux server, which will also as home for our Coral Health and Monitoring Program (CHAMP) Web Page (and various other coral-related Web pages), our new Coral Reef Early Warning System (CREWS) services (real-time reports and Oracle database access), and various other coral-related duties. Let us know if you have any questions or comments. Cheers, Jim ---------------------------------------------------- James C. Hendee, Ph.D. Coral Health and Monitoring Program Ocean Chemistry Division Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce 4301 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, FL 33149-1026 Voice: (305) 361-4396 Fax: (305) 361-4392 Email: jim.hendee@noaa.gov Web: http://www.coral.noaa.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Cuba Symposium Date: Thu, 09 May 2002 14:43:32 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov A more complete announcement to the "Symposium on Coral Reef: Together for their Conservation" may be seen at: http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cuba/cuba-2nd.pdf Cheers, Jim ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Aplysina fistularis Locales Date: Thu, 9 May 2002 17:25:22 -0400 From: "Tom Shannon" To: A collegue and I will be travelling to the Florida Keys in June in search of live Aplysina fistularis for a study of the chemical ecology of these sponges. Given the ever-changing "demographics" of reefs, our limited budget, and limited time, we would be grateful for any information on the whereabouts of reefs within the Florida Keys that are rich in this species... recent sightings please. Email to tomshannon@erols.com Thank you, Tom Shannon St. Mary's College St. Mary's City, MD Subject: AIMS reef monitoring - new articles and report Date: Fri, 10 May 2002 14:58:27 +1000 From: Kate Osborne To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov There is some new material on the AIMS reef monitoring web page. http://www.aims.gov.au/pages/research/reef-monitoring/cots02/cots02.htm This article summarizes some published information on the relationship between Crown-of-thorns starfish (COTS) and the coral that they prey upon. Includes a 6MB movie of Rib Reef before, during and one year after a COTS outbreak. http://www.aims.gov.au/pages/research/reef-monitoring/coral-diseases/diseasecp.html In this article we publish some summary results of reef monitoring surveys of "white syndrome" and black band disease on Great Barrier Reef (GBR) survey reefs. http://www.aims.gov.au/pages/research/reef-monitoring/ltm/northis/01-northcontents.htm A report detailing the results of a baseline survey of the Northumberland Islands (southern GBR). The url below is a link to three small quicktime movies showing the general habitat at three islands where video surveys were conducted. movie link http://www.aims.gov.au/pages/research/reef-monitoring/ltm/northis/figure4.htm Kate Osborne Reef Monitoring A.I.M.S P.M.B 3, Townsville MC, 4810 ph 61 7 47534354 fax 61 7 47534288 www.aims.gov.au/reef-monitoring ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Test return/meeting Date: Fri, 10 May 2002 14:59:20 -0400 From: Mark Warner To: I hope to receive the tests from Newark by Monday morning at the very latest. If everyone agrees, we can meet briefly Tuesday so that everyone can get their tests back. This will mean that you Newark folks will probably need to wait until Wed. or Thursday before the graded tests make it back to you via the campus shuttle. Please let me know if you won't make it for Tuesday, and I will get them to your mailboxes. Mark -- Mark E. Warner, Assistant Professor University of Delaware College of Marine Studies Smith Building 700 Pilottown Rd. Lewes, DE 19958 phone: 302-645-4365 fax: 302-645-4028 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: disregard previous message Date: Fri, 10 May 2002 15:07:39 -0400 From: Mark Warner To: Coral list, Please disregard the last message from me. This is what happens when we have e-mail lists too close together (i.e. Coral list and coral class.....opps!). Sorry for the lapse. Mark Warner -- Mark E. Warner, Assistant Professor University of Delaware College of Marine Studies Smith Building 700 Pilottown Rd. Lewes, DE 19958 USA phone: 302-645-4365 fax: 302-645-4028 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Searching for JCU ex-student Date: Mon, 13 May 2002 11:27:24 +0300 From: "Sangeeta Mangubhai" To: Coral Listers, I am trying to find a Patricia Davis (I am not sure at all about the last name) who was a Masters student at James Cook Unversity in 2000. She was putting together an interesting overview on the Live Food Fish Trade which I am interesting in chasing up and discussing further with her. The last known email address I have for her is zehra_2000@hotmail.com which does not seem to work now. Any help finding Patricia would be much appreciated. Thanks Sangeeta *********************************************** Sangeeta Mangubhai P.O. Box 10135 Bamburi Mombasa KENYA Tel: +254-(011)-474-582 Email: smangubhai@africaonline.co.ke Subject: Information on Coral reef associated crabs Date: Tue, 14 May 2002 13:22:12 +0530 From: "dugong" To: Dear all, I am working on the coral associated crabs of Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve in South East Coast of India (between India and Sri Lanka). This year we have conducted survey (20 days before) on the reefs and we have found that very less number of crabs present which may be due to bleaching of some species of massive corals. I am interested in continuing studies on the reef associated crabs. Any one who can spend a few minutes time in helping me finding out information, reprints and literature on the taxonomy, diversity, distribution and ecology of these crabs (Trapezium crabs) are welcome. Since the place where I am working has not ordering all the related journals. Hence i request for help. Thanks very much A. Gokul Research Scientist Marine Biological Station Zoological Survey of India 130, santhome High Road Chennai 600 028 India Subject: shark fin soup - must buy item Date: Tue, 14 May 2002 21:48:15 -1000 From: Darrin Drumm To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear List Members, I am forwarding this message on behalf of Asia Shark Watch, for the interest of anyone in our scientific community who feels strongly about shark finning practices. It has been brought to our attention that the Hong Kong Tourism Board under its shopping mecca promotion has put Dried Seafood and the sale of SHARK FIN in its 'Hong Kong Must Buy Items'. The link to the site is attached below. Just click on the vote button and run the cursor over the Dried Seafood box to see that shark fins are included in this choice. http://webserv1.discoverhongkong.com/eng/shop/mustbuy/vote.jhtml The local green groups have voiced their concern in the South China Morning Post, and now we are asking the international community such as yourselves to spend 5 minutes in writing an email to the following people, and condemn the HK Tourism Board and Government for running such a campaign: Rebecca Lai, Commissioner for Tourism: tcenq@tc.esb.gov.hk Chief Executive Tung Chee Wah: ceo@ceo.gov.hk Miss Jacqueline Ann Willis, JP, Hong Kong Commissioner to the US: hketo@hketowashington.gov.hk Thanks, Asia Shark Watch Darrin Drumm PhD Candidate Department of Marine Science University of Otago P.O. Box 56 Dunedin, New Zealand ph: 64 3 479-8306 fax: 64 3 479-8336 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: AAUS diver needed Date: Thu, 16 May 2002 23:29:55 -0400 From: "Dione Swanson" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral-listers, One spot is open on a research expedition in the Florida Keys to conduct rapid assessments of coral reef community structure. Dates are June 9th through June 20, 2002 (and possibly June 21st through June 30th), requirements are: Current AAUS or NOAA certification Nitrox certification, Expert id of caribbean corals, and General knowledge of other major groups: expert taxonomic knowledge of sponges or gorgonians a plus). Travel costs and expenses will be covered, and salary is available and commensurate with experience. The expedition is part of a Keyswide Program that coordinates benthic and fish studies in an intensive ship-based expeditionary mode. Please contact Dione Swanson at dswanson@rsmas.miami.edu or 305 361 4914. Dione W. Swanson Research Associate, NURC/UNCW 515 Caribbean Drive Key Largo, FL 33037 (305) 451-0233 fax (305) 453-9719 Division of Marine Biology and Fisheries Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, FL 33149 (305) 361-4914 _________________________________________________________________ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: LILE AUX BENITIERS PETITION UPDATE; 16.05.02 Date: Fri, 17 May 2002 09:41:50 +0400 From: "Haberland" To: LILE AUX BENITIERS PETITION UPDATE * The L'ile aux Benitiers petition;"Mauritius: Paradise Lost?", formulated by an Ad Hoc 'collectif' of citizens, NGO members & veteran ecologists, continues to be signed & passed on (via the internet & on paper; nationally & internationally). * Over 1000 signatures have been collected locally thus far. The first 1264 signatures were handed over (on 'diskette') to Mr. Ananda Rajoo on the 27th of April in a meeting at the MIE. As an invited guest at the meeting, and a Mauritian citizen; I took the opportunity to request a response from the necessary government officials to the Mauritian general public RE: the fate of L'ile aux Benitiers. Subject: job position available with Coral Cay Conservation Ltd. Date: Fri, 17 May 2002 09:45:40 +0100 From: "JeanLuc Solandt" To: Dear list members, Position available: Director - Science Department for Coral Cay Conservation (CCC) Ltd. Coral Cay Conservation Ltd. is an award winning not-for-profit NGO that currently runs terrestrial and marine conservation projects in Fiji, Honduras and The Philippines. We are seeking an experienced postgraduate (with PhD preferred) to manage the CCC Science Department. The successful applicant will have a background in managing and research of both marine and terrestrial science based projects, with proven experience of over 12 months fieldwork. The position is at director level, thus a considerable amount of management experience will be needed. Applications: Letter/ CV (email only) to: Mr. Peter Raines, Managing Director, Coral Cay Conservation psr@coralcay.org, /www.coralcay.org/ Work is London-based with international travel. Closing date for applications is May 25th. Thank you. Jean-Luc Solandt, PhD Indo Pacific Marine Scientist, Coral Cay Conservation The Tower, 125 High St., Colliers Wood, London SW19 2JG, phone: +44 (0)208 545 7721, fax: +44 (0)870 750 0667 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: CHAMP website, coral-list scheduled shutdown. Date: Fri, 17 May 2002 11:17:36 -0400 From: "Louis Florit" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Listers: This weekend starting Friday, May 17th, 2002 afternoon until Monday, May 20th, 2002, we will experience a shutdown of mail and web services. The building where the coral server is located is having its air conditioning cooling tower replaced; the building temperatures rise to the high 90s F without the air conditioner running, and can adversely impact the coral server hardware. Secondly, the internet connection to our building is being serviced this Saturday. Sorry for the inconvinience. Expect full return of services by this coming Monday. Best Regards, Louis Florit Subject: booder or spawner? Date: Fri, 17 May 2002 18:38:27 +0100 From: Chris Schelten To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi, can anybody quick help me before the list shuts down for this weekend and tell me if Stephanocoenia michelinii is a brooder or spawner? Thanks! Nice weekend, Chris -- ><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><> Christiane K. Schelten Environment Department University of York York YO10 5DD England Tel: 01904-434067 Fax: 01904-432998 e-mail: cks102@york.ac.uk chris_schelten@hotmail.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: ISRS European Meeting Date: Mon, 20 May 2002 08:37:22 EDT From: HelgePeterVogt@aol.com To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all: There are still a few slots available in the session on 'Dynamics of reef ecosystems in space and time' as part of the ISRS Meeting to be held in Cambridge, UK from the 4 - 7 September 2002. If you are planning to participate, please note that the deadline for submitting an abstract is 1 JUNE 2002. Formatting instructions are on the website (www.isrs2002.org) and it would be very helpful if these instructions could be followed precisely. Regards, Helge Vogt -------------------------------------------------- Dr Helge Peter Vogt 24 Doddington Grove London SE17 3TT United Kingdom T./Fax: 0044 20 7587 3556 E-mail: HelgePeterVogt@aol.com -------------------------------------------------- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: For P. DUSTAN Date: Mon, 20 May 2002 17:51:48 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "Coral-List" Sorry for every body who are not concerned, but I don't have the email of P. DUSTAN. Dear Phillip, Just some words to thank you for your very interessant reprints you have sent me some weeks ago. Cheers, Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm Subject: ISRS ELECTIONS 2002 Date: Tue, 21 May 2002 20:55:26 -0500 (CDT) From: "Richard B. Aronson" To: Coral-List This message concerns elections to be held by the International Society for Reef Studies. If you are not a member and would like to join and participate in the Society, please see www.uncwil.edu/isrs for details. Election of Officers and Councillors Nomination Deadline Extended to June 21. The International Society for Reef Studies will be holding elections in September 2002 to replace outgoing officers and members of the ISRS Council. We will be electing a new President to replace retiring President Terry Done, a Vice President (currently Barbara Brown) and a Corresponding Secretary (currently Rich Aronson). In addition, we will be replacing six retiring members of the ISRS Council: Loke-Ming Chou, Hector Guzman, Nicholas Polunin, Robert Richmond, Suharsono and Carden Wallace. Treasurer John Ware and Recording Secretary Peter Edmunds will continue for another two years, as will six members of the ISRS Council: Robert van Woesik, Lucien Montaggioni, Kathleen Sullivan-Sealey, Helge P. Vogt, Jaime Garzon-Ferreira and Hajime Kayanne. The tenure of each elected position is 4 years, and new officers and councillors will take over beginning 1 January 2003. These positions are open only to members of ISRS. Nominations should be submitted to Corresponding Secretary Rich Aronson by post (Dauphin Island Sea Lab, 101 Bienville Boulevard, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA), by fax (251-861-7540), or as an email attachment (raronson@disl.org). Because of constitutional requirements, a nomination submitted as text of an email message cannot be accepted unless it is also submitted by one of the above methods. Each nomination should consist of the person's name, institution and country, and the post for which s/he is running. Each candidate should provide a one-paragraph statement about his/her qualifications for the position (a brief history of his/her involvement in coral reef work) and objectives while in that position (how s/he envisions working to the benefit of ISRS). Also required by the Society's bylaws is a statement of disclosure of any financial arrangements the candidate may have with any publisher of scientific literature. Self-nominations are welcome. If you wish to nominate someone other than yourself, please ask that person to mail, fax or email Rich Aronson a confirmation of his/her willingness to run for the office. DEADLINE: The deadline for nominations has been extended to 21 June 2002. Ballots and biographical sketches will be mailed to all members of ISRS, the ballots to be returned to the Recording Secretary in September (exact date to be announced). The biographical sketches of the candidates will also be posted on the ISRS web site, www.uncwil.edu/isrs, until the day ballots are due. The results of the election will be announced once the ballots have been counted. This is your chance to participate in running your Society. We look forward to hearing from you! ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Press Release: Announcement from the Tobago Cays Marine Park Date: Tue, 21 May 2002 23:25:05 -0400 From: "Kurt Cordice" To: > Please forward to all who may be interested.... > > ************************ > > Press Release > > Date: 2002/05/22 > > The Management of the Tobago Cays Marine Park (TCMP) proudly announces the implementation of its > 2002 Work Plan, which includes the Official Opening of the Park by November, 2002. > > The five tiny Cays and the reef systems of the Tobago Cays creates a lagoon-like area, > considered by many experienced sailors to be one of the best and most beautiful anchorages in the > world. Found in the waters of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, West Indies, this unique area > attracts large numbers of yachts, SCUBA divers and day visitors. The Tobago Cays is also > considered by many to be the centerpiece of the Grenadines, a chain of small islands which act as > the central focus of marine tourism within the Windward Islands of the West Indies. > > With the project now over 17 years old, the official opening of the Tobago Cays Marine Park has been > a long time in coming. However, the Management Team of the TCMP, which has been in place for the > past 4 years, has consistently maintained that a strong foundation approach is crucial to the Park's > success, and that an official opening should not take place unless such a foundation has been > established. The Management now feels that, with the successful completion of its 2002 Work Plan, > an adequate foundation will be established, and the Tobago Cays Marine Park can look forward to a > bright future for years to come. > > "...the Tobago Cays, and indeed the Grenadines as a whole, is an area of incredible beauty and > extreme importance.it is a Natural Heritage that must be protected for our children, and for the > children of the World.", says Kurt Cordice, leader of the TCMP Management Team. > > The 2002 Work Plan of the Tobago Cays Marine Park includes various efforts of capacity building and > training, designed to facilitate the Foundation Principle of Management adopted by the TCMP. These > efforts will include the areas of: > > · Emergency Procedures (including Search and Rescue) > · Research and Monitoring > · Enforcement > · Community Management > > For more details regarding activities planned for 2002, and for further information about the Tobago > Cays Marine Park, please visit our web site at www.tobagocays.org > > The Management Team of the TCMP would like to thank those who have made this final push towards the > opening of the Marine Park possible. This thanks is especially extended to many of the Vendors of > the Tobago Cays, who have taken it upon themselves to ensure that both the social atmosphere and the > environment of the Tobago Cays continue to be one of the best in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. > The Management Team looks forward to working in partnership with the local Vendors and the Community > of the Southern Grenadines, to ensure that this beautiful and valuable area is protected as a > Heritage for future generations. > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: White Plague Alert #2 Date: Wed, 22 May 2002 21:42:02 -0700 (PDT) From: Hernandez Edwin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral-listers. Just a follow up short notice to inform you about the White Plague outbreak going on Culebra Island, Puerto Rico. An increasing frequency of corals was found during a routine dive last Friday (May 17, 2002) to be actively infected by the White Plague (possibly Type II). So far, only the columnar morph of Montastrea annularis is the only species affected. This resembles the 1998 outbreak in Culebra in the sense that M. annularis was the only species affected in our study sites. However, since 1996 this has been the earliest time of the year where such a major outbreak has been detected. There were small events during the late summer-fall of 1996, 1997 and a major outbreak during the late summer of 1998. The 2001 outbreak occurred during the middle of the summer. But this year, the first impacted colony was observed by March 27, 2002, with an increasing frequency by late April. To my knowledege, this has been the only report of WP during this year in the Caribbean. We are planning an expedition during next week to assess the actual extent and impacts of the disease. Also, during the first week of June plan to collect tissue samples for microbiological analysis. Please, I'd like to recieve reactions from other colleagues through the Caribbean. I'm just wondering why are we having this local event in Culebra, but so far, nowhere else in Puerto Rico or the rest of the Caribbean! Any thougths about alternatives to stop the disease progression? Is there any way that we can stick some kind of antibiotics to the coral surface? We plan to carry out some experiments about this aspects. Please, answer directly to me. Thanks in advance. Regards, Edwin ===== Edwin A. Hernandez-Delgado, Ph.D. University of Puerto Rico Department of Biology Coral Reef Research Group P.O. Box 23360 San Juan, P.R. 00931-3360 Tel (787) 764-0000, x-4855; Fax (787) 764-2610 __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? LAUNCH - Your Yahoo! Music Experience http://launch.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Sea Urchins.., Date: Thu, 23 May 2002 14:24:11 -0600 From: "Jose M. Castello" To: Hello , Do somebody have information you can send me about sea urchins as contamination's indicators? I appreciatte if yo can send me a.s.a.p. information about this. A million thanks, Jose M Castello - picoczml@cozumel.com .mx ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Coral Bleaching on the GBR Date: Fri, 24 May 2002 12:57:31 +1000 From: "Ray Berkelmans" To: Dear listers The southern hemisphere summer is now over and the Great Barrier Reef had another scorcher. Since January, it's been a busy time for bleachers with in-water and aerial surveys. Yesterday the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, the Australian Institute of Marine Science and the Cooperative Research Centre for the GBR World Heritage Area jointly released the results of their surveys (to date) to the media. For anyone interested, the press release and map of aerial survey results can be found at: http://www.reef.crc.org.au/publications/press/stress_for_reef.html Essentially we are claiming that the 2002 bleaching event is the worst on record with just under 60% of the GBR reef area with visible bleaching. This compares with around 44% in 1998. However, total reef area in the higher bleaching categories is essentially similar between 98 and 2002. We don't have a good handle on mortality levels yet. Reefs are still recovering and some still dying. As with 98, we expect most reefs will recover, however a small number of reefs (particularly inshore reefs) are showing signs of widespread mortality. The worst affected reefs are in the central GBR near the town of Bowen where 80-90% of Acropora dominated communities on a number of reefs are dead. In-water surveys are continuing over the coming months. More information on the GBR bleaching event can be found at: http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/bleaching/ I haven't heard reports of bleaching elsewhere in the southern hemisphere this summer. I take that as good news. Lets hope the northern hemisphere reefs are spared too this coming summer! Ray Berkelmans ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Re: Coral bleaching in Fiji and Samoa Date: Fri, 24 May 2002 21:03:18 +1200 From: "Ed Lovell" Organization: Biological Consultants, Fiji To: , "Ray Berkelmans" Dear Ray, Fiji has had substantial coral bleaching this year. Its extent is less than the 2000 event with the important distinction that the warmer water has remained stratified and largely affecting corals in shallower depths. In deeper areas, exceptional regrowth and continued recruitment is being observed, particularly in the areas previously affected by the major bleaching. Dr. Robyn Cumming, myself and other contributors are writing this up. A recent visit to Samoa has revealed bleaching to be common. In Fagaloa Bay, up to 30% of corals were bleached though this was dependent on the location and the corals present. Generally, it was much less. Reef tops were characteristically more bleached. The very common, monopolising table coral, Acropora hyacinthus, remained largely unaffected in depths greater than a couple of metres. This species was one of the first to go in Fiji's 2000 event. Best regards, Ed Edward R. Lovell Biological Consultants, Fiji PO Box 3129 Lami, Fiji Ph./Fax (679) 3361358 Email: lovell@is.com.fj ----- Original Message ----- From: Ray Berkelmans To: Sent: Friday, May 24, 2002 2:57 PM Subject: Coral Bleaching on the GBR Dear listers The southern hemisphere summer is now over and the Great Barrier Reef had another scorcher. Since January, it's been a busy time for bleachers with in-water and aerial surveys. Yesterday the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, the Australian Institute of Marine Science and the Cooperative Research Centre for the GBR World Heritage Area jointly released the results of their surveys (to date) to the media. For anyone interested, the press release and map of aerial survey results can be found at: http://www.reef.crc.org.au/publications/press/stress_for_reef.html Essentially we are claiming that the 2002 bleaching event is the worst on record with just under 60% of the GBR reef area with visible bleaching. This compares with around 44% in 1998. However, total reef area in the higher bleaching categories is essentially similar between 98 and 2002. We don't have a good handle on mortality levels yet. Reefs are still recovering and some still dying. As with 98, we expect most reefs will recover, however a small number of reefs (particularly inshore reefs) are showing signs of widespread mortality. The worst affected reefs are in the central GBR near the town of Bowen where 80-90% of Acropora dominated communities on a number of reefs are dead. In-water surveys are continuing over the coming months. More information on the GBR bleaching event can be found at: http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/bleaching/ I haven't heard reports of bleaching elsewhere in the southern hemisphere this summer. I take that as good news. Lets hope the northern hemisphere reefs are spared too this coming summer! Ray Berkelmans ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Please put your thinking caps on Date: Fri, 24 May 2002 07:59:39 -0400 From: Phil Dustan To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Hi Coral Listers, I just wanted to call everyone's attention to the upcoming World Summit on Sustainable Development to be held in Johannesburg South Africa, August 26-Sept 4. The Chairman's text for Negotiation (which is the basis for further negotiations at a ministerial level preparatory meeting in Bali next week) (www.johannesburgsummit.org/index.html) contains an outline of issues that will be raised at the summit. The text references sustainable development in the seas but refers to coral reefs in only two places! It seems to me that reefs deserve more attention in the grand scheme of things at a world summit focusing on sustainability. The upcoming meetings in Mexico and Jakarta present opportunities to become more involved with ICRI and ICRAN to work towards getting reefs a bit more presence at WSSD. The science community has an opportunity and an obligation to join in the process and begin to speak with a louder voice on the relationship of environmental sustainability with coral reef health and the vitality of seas. Many of us have witnessed firsthand the destruction of reefs around the world. We know their importance to the ecological sustainability of the oceans. And many of us have ideas about how to contribute towards their conservation. I'd like to urge the scientific community to put some thought into this and offer suggestions for the WSSD Agenda that can be discussed at the upcoming ICRI Regional Workshops in Jakarta and Cancun. We might not be able to actually go to the meetings but I think we could use the coral-list as a forum for offering suggestions and making our collective voices heard. Further details about the Cancun meeting will be posted on the ICRI, UNEP-CAR/RCU and CONANP websites at www.icriforum.org, www.cep.unep.org and www.conanp.gob.mx. PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW -------------------------------------------------------------------- Phillip Dustan Department of Biology College of Charleston Charleston SC 29424 dustanp@cofc.edu www.cofc.edu/~coral/corallab.htm (843) 953-8086 (843)953-5453 Fax ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Plague update from St. John, USVI Date: Fri, 24 May 2002 16:41:30 -0400 From: Jeff Miller To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-listers, We were very interested to read Dr. Edwin Hernandez’s report of the increase in frequency of white plague around Culebra, Puerto Rico, recently posted to the coral list. This is just a quick note to describe what we've been seeing with our monthly monitoring of plague on a reef here in St. John, US Virgin Islands that differs somewhat from the observations in Culebra. Plague has been present every month since we began monitoring Tektite Reef in December 1997, and this month’s monitoring showed less disease than previous months. (The study site, Tektite Reef, has >50% percent cover by scleractinian corals with 90% of hard corals being composed of Montastraea annularis.) Plague occurs most commonly on Montastraea annularis, but during our May 2002 monitoring we saw it on Agaricia agaricites, Porites porites, Colpophyllia natans. Over the course of our entire study it has affected 15 different species. The May 24, 2002 sampling was our 48th month, and the number of "spots" or areas of plague on colonies was below average, ranking #21 among all months sampled. For this year, February had fewer disease occurrences and March and April had more than this month. With respect to the total area of all spots covered by disease (we measure the longest length, and perpendicular axis), again, May was below average (ranking 19th among all months sampled) and for 2002, there was more area covered by plague in February and March. Over the study period, we’ve seen no correlation of disease with water temperature or time of year. And although we can’t predict disease trends, this monthly monitoring shows plague is a chronic problem, and continues to kill coral throughout the year. Those interested in more information can contact me directly at William_J_Miller@nps.gov or jeffmiller@islands.vi. All the best, Jeff ++++++++ Jeff Miller, Fisheries Biologist National Park Service Virgin Islands National Park 1300 Cruz Bay Creek St. John, VI 00830 PH: 340-693-8950 ext: 227 FX: 340-693-9500 Subject: RE: Please put your thinking caps on Date: Fri, 24 May 2002 18:55:24 -0700 From: "Gregor Hodgson" To: "Phil Dustan" , Reef Check/GCRMN is an official delegate to the World Summit in Johannesburg. Many other organizations with an interest in coral reef conservation will be there such as WWF and IUCN. We will have a booth and will be holding a press conference there and we would be happy to do our best to raise the issue of reef conservation. Pls let us know how we can be of service in this respect. Regards, Gregor Gregor Hodgson, PhD Professor (Visiting); Director, Reef Check Institute of Environment 1362 Hershey Hall Box 951496 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 Tel: 310-794-4985 Fax:310-825-0758 Website: www.ReefCheck.org -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Phil Dustan Sent: Friday, May 24, 2002 5:00 AM To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Please put your thinking caps on Hi Coral Listers, I just wanted to call everyone's attention to the upcoming World Summit on Sustainable Development to be held in Johannesburg South Africa, August 26-Sept 4. The Chairman's text for Negotiation (which is the basis for further negotiations at a ministerial level preparatory meeting in Bali next week) (www.johannesburgsummit.org/index.html) contains an outline of issues that will be raised at the summit. The text references sustainable development in the seas but refers to coral reefs in only two places! It seems to me that reefs deserve more attention in the grand scheme of things at a world summit focusing on sustainability. The upcoming meetings in Mexico and Jakarta present opportunities to become more involved with ICRI and ICRAN to work towards getting reefs a bit more presence at WSSD. The science community has an opportunity and an obligation to join in the process and begin to speak with a louder voice on the relationship of environmental sustainability with coral reef health and the vitality of seas. Many of us have witnessed firsthand the destruction of reefs around the world. We know their importance to the ecological sustainability of the oceans. And many of us have ideas about how to contribute towards their conservation. I'd like to urge the scientific community to put some thought into this and offer suggestions for the WSSD Agenda that can be discussed at the upcoming ICRI Regional Workshops in Jakarta and Cancun. We might not be able to actually go to the meetings but I think we could use the coral-list as a forum for offering suggestions and making our collective voices heard. Further details about the Cancun meeting will be posted on the ICRI, UNEP-CAR/RCU and CONANP websites at www.icriforum.org, www.cep.unep.org and www.conanp.gob.mx. PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW -------------------------------------------------------------------- Phillip Dustan Department of Biology College of Charleston Charleston SC 29424 dustanp@cofc.edu www.cofc.edu/~coral/corallab.htm (843) 953-8086 (843)953-5453 Fax ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. Subject: Challenging basic assumptions Date: Sat, 25 May 2002 09:27:29 -0300 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: willison@IS.Dal.Ca, SmithSJ@mar.dfo-mpo.gc.ca, achapman@IS.Dal.Ca, haedrich@morgan.ucs.mun.ca, GregoireF@dfo-mpo.gc.ca, alanw@mun.ca, you.doi@eudoramail.com, SharpG@mar.dfo-mpo.gc.ca, ldruehl@bms.bc.ca, HardingG@mar.dfo-mpo.gc.ca, FISHFOLK@MITVMA.MIT.EDU, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, rocks@tru.eastlink.ca, ALGAE-L@LISTSERV.HEANET.IE, riskmj@mcmail.cis.mcmaster.ca, inova@isn.net, sagarin@stanford.edu, GoughJ@dfo-mpo.gc.ca, rhodri@clara.co.uk, Arcologic@aol.com, coastwatch@acadia.net, dkpjones@klis.com, manofhood@yahoo.com, FISH-SCI@SEGATE.SUNET.SE, karguyle@klis.com, andrew@seashepherd.org, harrisong@mar.dfo-mpo.gc.ca, carscadden@athena.nwafc.nf.ca, sheltonp@dfo-mpo.gc.ca, SheehanT@dfo-mpo.gc.ca, pauly@fisheries.com, jbcj@ucsd.edu Dear Marine Scientists, For the last several years I have been trying to draw your attention to the possibility that marine productivity has been substantially lowered as the result of centuries of fishing removals. The major objections that I have received from many of you have been these: (1) Primary production rates are determined by patterns of "physical forcing," (2) No changes have been recorded in levels of dissolved nutrients in the ocean, and (3) Nutrient overload is actually at the root of many problems in coastal waters. What needs to be clarified, I believe, are these points: (1) That "physical forcing" is not the only determinant of productivity in temperate zones. In your analysis of nitrogen flux patterns you did not include biological processes that counteract sinking, one of the largest being the production by benthic organisms of floating spawn. "Tight biological cycling" of nutrients in temperate coastal systems therefore also occurs. (2) Changes in the productivity rate of the ocean will not predictably be reflected by declining levels of dissolved nutrients in seawater, because the system has a strong natural tendency to stabilize these. (3) The methods of diagnosing "eutrophication" need to be objectively reviewed. You are finding too many "false positives" by relying on tests with very low specificity. I hope that my review of these topics may be helpful to you: http://www.fisherycrisis.com/Lifeblood.html Sincerely, Debbie MacKenzie INTRODUCTION/ABSTRACT Several years of research have been spent exploring the hypothesis that generalized ‘starvation’ is at the root of today’s failing marine life, and that total marine production has been steadily lowered, both developments representing an unintended, and unrecognized, consequence of fishing. Prior scientific investigation into this hypothesis appears to be lacking. Mainstream scientific thinking on the hypothesis, however, has been to firmly resist the idea because of the belief that marine production is directly linked to, and determined by, patterns of "physical forcing." (Berger et al, 1989, Carpenter and Capone, 1983, Parsons et al, 1984) The physical forcing of dissolved nutrients from deeper waters to the sunlit zone occurs as the result of seasonal weather patterns which are essentially a constant. It was necessary therefore to demonstrate the point of disconnection between physical forcing patterns and patterns of marine primary productivity. This is best demonstrated by describing a nutrient flux pattern that has not been accounted for, as such, in the literature. ‘Biological forcing’ of primary production is achieved in continental shelf systems where assemblages of benthic invertebrates and fish release prodigious numbers of floating pelagic spawn. Traditionally viewed only as a "reproductive strategy" (Kasyanov, 2001, Steidinger and Walker, 1984), this spawning behavior also represents an important, biologically forced, nutrient flux that has not been quantified or considered in the standard ecosystem models. Just as nitrates forced to the surface by weather patterns will stimulate primary production, so will the physical raising of eggs and larvae. The quality of the effect on phytoplankton productivity is the same. If biological forcing has therefore played an important role in all ocean systems (and not only the tropical ones, where the idea was recognized decades ago), then significant biomass removal by fishing has potentially lowered system productivity. This potential, for net system productivity to have been lowered as a consequence of fishing, has not been clearly recognized in recent literature that has sought to discover the extent of the ecosystem effects of fisheries. (Jackson et al, 2001, Kaiser and deGroot, 2000, Goni, 2000) A model of an individual starving marine population (Powell et al., 1995) was used to predict which symptoms might emerge on a more general scale if ‘starvation,’ or bottom-up control, were increasingly exerted on the ocean itself. The model revealed the likelihood of only a single early warning signal, loss of the older members of the affected population, which could easily be misinterpreted as a sign of overfishing. Differential diagnosis at a systemic level relies on finding the signal in unfished, as well as fished, populations. In an attempt to find meaningful patterns in the larger picture of broad changing trends in marine life today (the "down the web" shift, the failure of Atlantic groundfish stocks to recover under moratorium, the widespread decline in the age and size at maturity of fish, the increasing incidence of harmful algae blooms, changes in seaweeds and intertidal invertebrates, the starvation of marine mammals, etc…), I have drawn parallels between what appear to be physiological homeostatic mechanisms at work in the overall ocean system and similar biological processes that are known to act to maintain a smaller living system - the human body. It was important to demonstrate that long-term consistency in measurements of seawater nitrogen (usually nitrate) concentration is unrelated to long-term changes that may have occurred in rates of primary production. With a background in an older biological scientific discipline, the study of human medicine, I have taken the approach of using a medical diagnostic model to assess both the state of the ocean’s health today and also the value of the currently favored diagnostic tests used by marine scientists. Many assessment tests used today, especially those for "eutrophication," are unacceptably prone to giving false positive results. Signs of extreme stress due to nutrient loss emerge when the overall marine ecosystem is assessed in this manner. And acute, and possibly abrupt, downward shifts appear imminent as the biological system enters "decompensation." ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Date: Sat, 25 May 2002 10:13:01 -0400 From: "Mike Risk" To: "Gregor Hodgson" , "Phil Dustan"@coral.aoml.noaa.gov , Subject: Re: Please put your thinking caps on Date: Fri, 24 May 2002 10:11:11 -0400 Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list Gregor: I wish you the best of luck. I would not go to a World Summit at = gunpoint. My experience with these "high-level" meetings is that they are = dominated by politicians (of all stripes and types) who are not the = slightest bit interested in listening to others, but extremely = interested in pushing their own agendas. I have avoided such meetings = assiduously for the last few decades, and am much the happier for it. We should all realise that a widespread view in lesser-developed nations = holds that interest in reefs is driven by First World academics who like = working in nice places. (This is not a view with which we could all = disagree with clear consciences...) The pernicious "Wise Use" mindset is = now fairly common, in which reefs are viewed as resources, to be = utilised sustainably. No one in positions of power understands that = sustainable development is an oxymoron. So, we need to find the handles. In our narrow focus on our ecosystem, we sometimes lose sight of the = fact that the overarching concern of the next 50 years will be access to = good water. Everything else will pale by comparison. Countries are also = beginning to adopt integrated water resource management plans, some of = them organised by advanced decision-support systems. Coastal zone = management is a subset of these plans, and reefs come under that rubric. = "We need to understand that coral reef management begins at the top of = the mountain, and flows down to the sea through the villages and = churches and mosques." (Sound track, "People of the Reefs.") If we push our ecosystem, we are no better than all the other special = pleaders. My suggestion is, we push for water resource programs, because = it's a Good Thing. And then we ensure that reefs are under those = umbrellas. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: World Summit Thoughts Date: Sat, 25 May 02 13:44:03 -0400 From: Stephen C Jameson To: "Mike Risk" , "Gregor Hodgson" , Dear Greg and Phil, Regarding Mike Risk's thoughts. > >"We need to understand that coral reef management begins at the top of >the mountain, and flows down to the sea through the villages and >churches and mosques." (Sound track, "People of the Reefs.") > >If we push our ecosystem, we are no better than all the other special >pleaders. My suggestion is, we push for water resource programs, because >it's a Good Thing. And then we ensure that reefs are under those >umbrellas. 1. I would even expand the umbrella further to say that "coral reef management begins in the atmosphere and flows down from there". We have little understanding of the synergistic forces exerted on coral reefs from pollutants/stressors entering via the atmosphere. Just a few quick familiar examples: - African dust: herbicides, pesticides, bacteria, viruses, fungi, nutrients, polyaromatic hydrocarbons, carcinogens (dioxin and radioactive isotopes), and heavy metals. - Advective and atmospheric depositions (i.e., CO2, nutrients): could be greater than land-based anthropogenic loadings. - Global climate change factors: increased temperature and UV light. 2. In addition to the watershed concerns that Mike summarized, we should not forget the overfishing factor - which is also a global problem. Bottom line: Coral reefs are a sensitive system at the end of the human pollution pipeline. As such, they assess synergistic and addditive relationships among pollutants and serve as an important life support alarm system for the human species. The alarm has started to ring - louder in some places than others. Our understanding of how much more we can degrade our environment is feeble. Precautionary environmental policies need to be implemented on global, regional and local scales. ************ I hope some of this is useful! Best of luck and keep us posted! Best regards, Dr. Stephen C. Jameson, President Coral Seas Inc. - Integrated Coastal Zone Management 4254 Hungry Run Road, The Plains, VA 20198-1715 USA Office: 703-754-8690, Fax: 703-754-9139 Email: sjameson@coralseas.com Web Site: www.coralseas.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: mollusc production rates Date: Sun, 26 May 2002 11:34:48 +1000 From: Deirdre Hart Organization: adfa.edu.au To: "'coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" Dear Coral Listers, I am trying to estimate the gross carbonate produced on a reef flat in Torres Strait using a modified census based method (growth x density x cover) but cannot find any satisfactory estimates of production rates by living assemblages of molluscs. I have examined several carbonate budgets and literature on carbonate production by corals, coralline algae, Halimeda and Foraminifera including studies by Odum and Odum 1955, Goreau and Goreau 1959, Goreau 1963, Chave et al. 1972, Adey and Vassar 1975, Buddemeier and Kinzie 1976, Stearn et al. 1977, Highsmith 1979, Scoffin et al. 1980, Drew 1983, Hubbard and Scaturo 1985, Kinsey 1985, Hughes and Jackson 1985, Mutler 1988, Payri 1988, Matsuda 1989, Hubbard et al. 1990, Eakin 1992, Langer et al. 1997 and Vecsei 2001 (complete references not provided to save space but I'm happy to supply via email). In many reef budgets the carbonate production by molluscs seems either to have been regarded as minimal and, thus, omitable, or it has been estimated from the contribution of their skeletons to sediment deposits. I have not been able to find any estimates for the carbonate or shell production rates of molluscs calculated from observations of living assemblages. If anybody could suggest references in which I might find such estimates, or point me in the right direction, I would be very grateful. Yours Sincerely, Deirdre Hart. d.hart@adfa.edu.au School of Geography and Oceanography University of New South Wales Australian Defence Force Academy ACT 2600, Australia. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: ISRS 2002 bioerosion Date: Mon, 27 May 2002 16:48:24 +0200 From: marcos Reply-To: mail@gektidis.de To: Coral-List , coral-list , Skolithos Dear all. This message concerns the ISRS Meeting to be held in Cambridge, UK from the 4 - 7 September 2002. All colleagues that work in the field of bioerosion and have new data to present to the scientific community are invited to contribute. We can include three more talks and many many more posters. This session will be organized partly as a workshop. We encourage the presentation of specimens (microscopes are available) and hope to have a lively discussion on all issues of bioerosion in past and present. The presentation of traces is as welcome as the demonstration of recent material (recent traces: see lively discussion). If you are planning to participate, please note that the deadline for submitting an abstract is 1 JUNE 2002. If you feel that you want to participate but cannot meet the deadline for any reasons, please contact me. Cheers, Marcos Dr. Marcos Gektidis mailto: science@gektidis.de GPI Senckenberganlage 32-34 60054 Frankfurt am Main Germany ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: any other signs of bleaching in the Caribbean? Date: Mon, 27 May 2002 11:03:03 -0400 From: Carolina Bastidas To: Dear coral-listers, Within the last two weeks we observed one third of the coral colonies pale and bleached at the venezuelan CARICOMP site of Parque Nacional Morrocoy. Affected colonies included species of Montrastea, Colpophyllia and Porites - the dominant genera in the area - between 4 and 12 meters depth. We were wondering if those observations could correspond to early signs of a widespread bleaching in the Caribbean or some localized phenomena. Any other observation? Thanks, **************************************************** Carolina Bastidas Depto. de Biología de Organismos Universidad Simón Bolívar Apdo. 89000 Caracas 1080 Venezuela Fax: 58-212-9063046 Tel: 58-212-9063415 cbastidas@usb.ve ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Challenging basic assumptions Date: Mon, 27 May 2002 17:03:38 -0300 From: Debbie MacKenzie To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral list, A couple of days ago I tried to post this message to your list, along with other marine science contacts that I have...but it seems to have come back to me today as "undeliverable." So I'll try this again. I think you might find parts of this to be interesting, especially the thoughts on which signals are most useful in diagnosing "eutrophication" of coastal waters, and in differentiating that problem from the potential (opposite) problem of nutrient depletion of those areas. cheers, Debbie MacKenzie Dear Marine Scientists, For the last several years I have been trying to draw your attention to the possibility that marine productivity has been substantially lowered as the result of centuries of fishing removals. The major objections that I have received from many of you have been these: (1) Primary production rates are determined by patterns of "physical forcing," (2) No changes have been recorded in levels of dissolved nutrients in the ocean, and (3) Nutrient overload is actually at the root of many problems in coastal waters. What needs to be clarified, I believe, are these points: (1) That "physical forcing" is not the only determinant of productivity in temperate zones. In your analysis of nitrogen flux patterns you did not include biological processes that counteract sinking, one of the largest being the production by benthic organisms of floating spawn. "Tight biological cycling" of nutrients in temperate coastal systems therefore also occurs. (2) Changes in the productivity rate of the ocean will not predictably be reflected by declining levels of dissolved nutrients in seawater, because the system has a strong natural tendency to stabilize these. (3) The methods of diagnosing "eutrophication" need to be objectively reviewed. You are finding too many "false positives" by relying on tests with very low specificity. I hope that my review of these topics may be helpful to you: http://www.fisherycrisis.com/Lifeblood.html Sincerely, Debbie MacKenzie INTRODUCTION/ABSTRACT Several years of research have been spent exploring the hypothesis that generalized ‘starvation’ is at the root of today’s failing marine life, and that total marine production has been steadily lowered, both developments representing an unintended, and unrecognized, consequence of fishing. Prior scientific investigation into this hypothesis appears to be lacking. Mainstream scientific thinking on the hypothesis, however, has been to firmly resist the idea because of the belief that marine production is directly linked to, and determined by, patterns of "physical forcing." (Berger et al, 1989, Carpenter and Capone, 1983, Parsons et al, 1984) The physical forcing of dissolved nutrients from deeper waters to the sunlit zone occurs as the result of seasonal weather patterns which are essentially a constant. It was necessary therefore to demonstrate the point of disconnection between physical forcing patterns and patterns of marine primary productivity. This is best demonstrated by describing a nutrient flux pattern that has not been accounted for, as such, in the literature. ‘Biological forcing’ of primary production is achieved in continental shelf systems where assemblages of benthic invertebrates and fish release prodigious numbers of floating pelagic spawn. Traditionally viewed only as a "reproductive strategy" (Kasyanov, 2001, Steidinger and Walker, 1984), this spawning behavior also represents an important, biologically forced, nutrient flux that has not been quantified or considered in the standard ecosystem models. Just as nitrates forced to the surface by weather patterns will stimulate primary production, so will the physical raising of eggs and larvae. The quality of the effect on phytoplankton productivity is the same. If biological forcing has therefore played an important role in all ocean systems (and not only the tropical ones, where the idea was recognized decades ago), then significant biomass removal by fishing has potentially lowered system productivity. This potential, for net system productivity to have been lowered as a consequence of fishing, has not been clearly recognized in recent literature that has sought to discover the extent of the ecosystem effects of fisheries. (Jackson et al, 2001, Kaiser and deGroot, 2000, Goni, 2000) A model of an individual starving marine population (Powell et al., 1995) was used to predict which symptoms might emerge on a more general scale if ‘starvation,’ or bottom-up control, were increasingly exerted on the ocean itself. The model revealed the likelihood of only a single early warning signal, loss of the older members of the affected population, which could easily be misinterpreted as a sign of overfishing. Differential diagnosis at a systemic level relies on finding the signal in unfished, as well as fished, populations. In an attempt to find meaningful patterns in the larger picture of broad changing trends in marine life today (the "down the web" shift, the failure of Atlantic groundfish stocks to recover under moratorium, the widespread decline in the age and size at maturity of fish, the increasing incidence of harmful algae blooms, changes in seaweeds and intertidal invertebrates, the starvation of marine mammals, etc…), I have drawn parallels between what appear to be physiological homeostatic mechanisms at work in the overall ocean system and similar biological processes that are known to act to maintain a smaller living system - the human body. It was important to demonstrate that long-term consistency in measurements of seawater nitrogen (usually nitrate) concentration is unrelated to long-term changes that may have occurred in rates of primary production. With a background in an older biological scientific discipline, the study of human medicine, I have taken the approach of using a medical diagnostic model to assess both the state of the ocean’s health today and also the value of the currently favored diagnostic tests used by marine scientists. Many assessment tests used today, especially those for "eutrophication," are unacceptably prone to giving false positive results. Signs of extreme stress due to nutrient loss emerge when the overall marine ecosystem is assessed in this manner. And acute, and possibly abrupt, downward shifts appear imminent as the biological system enters "decompensation." ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coral Bleaching in Tuvalu and Fiji Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 09:06:29 +1200 From: sauni_s@usp.ac.fj To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, Ray Berkelmans Dear Ray, I wish to add other details to your information re bleaching in the southern hermisphere. I report here coral bleaching in Tuvalu during our two weeks surveys. >From May 2-16, 2000, Ron Vave and I surveyed 6 sites within the Funafuti lagoon (capital of Tuvalu), with each site consisting of 3 habitats (reef crest/top, slope and lagoon floor). We are still computerizing our field data. The surveys was part of the GCRMN project under the SW pacific node which is coordinated from the Institute of Marine Resources, University of the South Pacific. For the two sites we have analyzed so far, we recorded an average % bleached for the most dominant coral family, Acroporidae (Acropora muricata, A. robusta etc), to be 70%. Bleaching is equally distributed in branching and tabulate acroporas. A little less than 20% average cover was recorded for Pocilloporidae (e.g. Styllophora sp.), while Agariciidae, Faviidae and Mussidae < 10%. Bleaching was particularly dominant over the reef crest and slope habitats though, average 50% bleaching was recorded in low coverage of acropora colonies at the lagoon floor. We recorded 30.5 deg. C average for water temperature with the highest being 32 deg. C. We suspect bleaching to have been started end of March and April. Ron and I are will write the findings up for Tuvalu's report as part of its submission to the secretariat of the SW pacific node of GCRMN project. In addition, bleaching for 2000-01 in five sites, NE Viti Levu, Fiji were closely monitored and surveyed six times at 3-4 months interval since bleaching commenced April-May 2000. Coral and fish data generated from these surveys were part of my PhD research. I am currently writing them up as well. Cheers Samasoni SauniProject Coordinator Post Harvest & Fisheries Development Project Marine Studies Program The University of the South Pacific PO Box 1168, Suva, Fiji Islands Tel: 679 212879, 212051 Fax: 679 301490 email: sauni_s@usp.ac.fj ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Bleaching Records Date: Mon, 27 May 2002 19:38:47 -0700 From: Jamie Oliver To: "Coral List (E-mail)" Dear Coral-Listers Following Ray's posting about the latest bleaching results for the Great Barrier Reef, and the resulting follow-up reports from other areas, I would like to announce that ReefBase has an online reporting facility for bleaching records which is directly linked to our ReefBase bleaching tables and our online GIS (www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp). This online report can be found in the "User Input" area of ReefBase and is a joint effort with Al Strong's group at NOAA. It builds on, and now replaces the online reporting facility on the NOAA site (the NOAA reporting form page now points to the ReefBase site). While the report form allows you to enter a great deal of information, you can enter just the key data (highlighted in red) on date, site, severity etc on the first page and then immediately submit. This takes less that a minute, although we would be delighted if you can take more time and fill out the other fields if you can. Once the report has been submitted we will do a quick quality check on the report to ensure it does not have any errors or critical omissions and then put it onto the database so you will be able to see the record as a new symbol on the ReefBase GIS. ReefBase now has the most complete database of coral bleaching available, incorporating the original bleaching database developed at UNEP-WCMC and recently updated with published records from the literature, from the Coral-List and from other major data sources such as the AIMS and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. However I am sure that there are other records which we do not yet have (either current or in the past), so please help us keep this database as current and comprehensive as possible buy submitting your reports to us. If you are unable to use the online report because of limited internet access we would be happy to mail you a copy of the form that you can fill out and return to us. We are currently working on a query facility that will allow you to get all bleaching records for a particular year or location. The results will be displayed in report form, or can be downloaded as data tables in excel or delimited text format. In the mean time if you need to access the bleaching data send me an email and we would be happy to send you a copy of the data table. Please note that the Bleaching Report described here is different from the Bleaching Questionnaire, which was announced by Terry Done a few weeks ago. The Questionnaire is also available on ReefBase, and seeks information on what physical & geographic factors which may protect corals from bleaching, and might thus be important considerations in the design of Marine Protected Areas. I would also encourage you to fill out this questionnaire if you have information on where bleaching has and has not occurred in the past. Best Regards Jamie Oliver ==================================================== ReefBase www.reefbase.org ReefBase is developed by ICLARM - The World Fish Center. It is a product of the International Coral Reef Action Network (ICRAN). It is supported by the United Nations Foundation (UNF) and the Swedish International Development Agency (Sida) ==================================================== =============================== Jamie Oliver Senior Scientist (Coral Reef Projects) ICLARM - The World Fish Center PO Box 500, Penang 10670 Phone: (604) 626 1606 Fax: (604) 626 5530 email: J.Oliver@cgiar.org visit ReefBase on: www.reefbase.org =============================== ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 10:48:28 +0100 From: Rupert Ormond To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral Listers I would be grateful if any of the coral physiologists involved in bleaching work could offer any details on a question that's been put to me a couple of times. The colourful pigments (blues, pinks etc.) that are charateristic of many shallow water corals (Acropora etc.) are, as I understand it, located in the coral tissue itself. Whereas the pigments present in the zooxanthellae are more or less brown in colour. If coral bleaching (due to elevated SSTs) is principally the result of expulsion or loss of zooxanthellae, then why do the corals go completely white. i.e. what happens to the more colourful coral pigments? Are they damaged as well but independently by temperature induced failure of protective systems? sincerely, Rupert Ormond Dr. Rupert Ormond Director, University Marine Biological Station Millport, Isle of Cumbrae, SCOTLAND UK KA28 0EG email: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk tel: (44)-01475-530581 fax: (44)-01475-530601 web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Marine/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 10:44:34 -0400 From: "Mike Matz" To: "coral-list" Good question! I myself saw a case when the animal was bleached, but retained red fluorescent coloration. This was not on the reef, though - this was a specimen of corallimorph shipped over from Vietnam, on aquarium business. The bleaching was apparently a consequence of some stress conditions during shipping. By the way, that guy recovered nicely after that - regained brown coloration in a week or so in aquarium. It is from this specimen we cloned the first red-emitting GFP-like protein. The funny thing is - if the specimen was not bleached upon arrival, we would probably overlook the red fluorescence of the host tissue, it becomes really inconspicious as soon as the brown color is back. The fact that corals go completely white upon bleaching on reefs, with no host-tissue colors remaining, might be a consequence of much worse stress than my aquarium corallimorph suffered. But still, this completeness of bleaching does seem weird to me. The dissapearance of host pigments might be linked to zooxanthellae loss, but just as well, it might not. I am not aware of any reports that would address this. Please share your opinions. Mike ----- Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. Whitney Laboratory University of Florida 9505 Ocean Shore blvd St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA phone +1 904 461 4025 fax +1 904 461 4008 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rupert Ormond" To: Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2002 5:48 AM Subject: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? > Dear Coral Listers > > I would be grateful if any of the coral physiologists involved in bleaching > work could offer any details on a question that's been put to me a couple > of times. > > The colourful pigments (blues, pinks etc.) that are charateristic of many > shallow water corals (Acropora etc.) are, as I understand it, located in > the coral tissue itself. Whereas the pigments present in the zooxanthellae > are more or less brown in colour. If coral bleaching (due to elevated > SSTs) is principally the result of expulsion or loss of zooxanthellae, then > why do the corals go completely white. i.e. what happens to the more > colourful coral pigments? Are they damaged as well but independently by > temperature induced failure of protective systems? > > sincerely, > > Rupert Ormond > > > > > Dr. Rupert Ormond > Director, > University Marine Biological Station Millport, > Isle of Cumbrae, > SCOTLAND > UK KA28 0EG > > email: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk > tel: (44)-01475-530581 > fax: (44)-01475-530601 > web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Marine/ > > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 16:56:02 +0100 From: Simon Dunn To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk Just as another comment to this is that the level of tissue degradation resulting in bleaching may account for the level of MAA's / GFP's remaining and hence host pigmentation. Localization of GFP's can be concentrated within the endoderm such as with Goniopora sp. so with the degradation of the endoderm and release of zooxanthellae during environmental stress there may be little or no MAA's / GFP's remaining resulting in a more 'whitened' appearance. However some species have MAA's / GFP's concentrated within the ectoderm such as Discosoma sp., hence when bleaching occurs they may retain the MAA / GFP pigmentation after the zooxanthellae density is reduced. Obviously different levels of stress, whether solar or thermal may result in different proportions of zoox and MAA's/GFPs and also host pigmentation may not be purely associated with GFPs. If anyone has any information regarding non-GFP host pigmentation I would also be very interested. At 16:48 28/05/02 +0100, you wrote: >>===== Original Message From "Mike Matz" ===== >Good question! I myself saw a case when the animal was bleached, but >retained red fluorescent coloration. This was not on the reef, though - this >was a specimen of corallimorph shipped over from Vietnam, on aquarium >business. The bleaching was apparently a consequence of some stress >conditions during shipping. By the way, that guy recovered nicely after >that - regained brown coloration in a week or so in aquarium. It is from >this specimen we cloned the first red-emitting GFP-like protein. The funny >thing is - if the specimen was not bleached upon arrival, we would probably >overlook the red fluorescence of the host tissue, it becomes really >inconspicious as soon as the brown color is back. > >The fact that corals go completely white upon bleaching on reefs, with no >host-tissue colors remaining, might be a consequence of much worse stress >than my aquarium corallimorph suffered. But still, this completeness of >bleaching does seem weird to me. The dissapearance of host pigments might be >linked to zooxanthellae loss, but just as well, it might not. I am not aware >of any reports that would address this. > >Please share your opinions. > >Mike > >----- >Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. > >Whitney Laboratory >University of Florida >9505 Ocean Shore blvd >St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA >phone +1 904 461 4025 >fax +1 904 461 4008 > > > >----- Original Message ----- >From: "Rupert Ormond" >To: >Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2002 5:48 AM >Subject: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? > > >> Dear Coral Listers >> >> I would be grateful if any of the coral physiologists involved in >bleaching >> work could offer any details on a question that's been put to me a couple >> of times. >> >> The colourful pigments (blues, pinks etc.) that are charateristic of many >> shallow water corals (Acropora etc.) are, as I understand it, located in >> the coral tissue itself. Whereas the pigments present in the >zooxanthellae >> are more or less brown in colour. If coral bleaching (due to elevated >> SSTs) is principally the result of expulsion or loss of zooxanthellae, >then >> why do the corals go completely white. i.e. what happens to the more >> colourful coral pigments? Are they damaged as well but independently by >> temperature induced failure of protective systems? >> >> sincerely, >> >> Rupert Ormond >> >> >> >> >> Dr. Rupert Ormond >> Director, >> University Marine Biological Station Millport, >> Isle of Cumbrae, >> SCOTLAND >> UK KA28 0EG >> >> email: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk >> tel: (44)-01475-530581 >> fax: (44)-01475-530601 >> web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Marine/ >> >> >> >> ~~~~~~~ >> For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >> digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . >> > > >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > Simon R Dunn School of Biological Sciences University of Liverpool Life Sciences Building Crown Street Tel: 0151 794-4373 Liverpool Fax: 0151 794-4393 L69 7ZB Email: sidunn@liv.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 12:12:43 -0400 From: "Robert W. Carter" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Rupert, I have been studying coral pigmentation (fluorescent proteins) for several years. During this time, I have been able to witness changes in pigmentation of Caribbean corals due to both natural and laboratory bleaching. I do not know much about the (apparently) non-fluorescent pigments found in many Indo-Pacific Acroporid corals (the blues and pinks you mention), but here are a few things I have learned about the closely related fluorescent proteins (this will be from a Caribbean perspective): 1. Corals do not necessarily go completely white during bleaching. I have seen individuals of Montastraea cavernosa displaying a bright pinkish-red fluorescence after bleaching. Mikhail Matz' recent post said something similar but for a completely different group. On more than one occasion and in more then one location, I have seen bleached Montastraea faveolata colonies with their nearly clear tissues exhibiting a bright green fluorescence. These colonies survived the bleaching episode. 2. Even if one can not detect fluorescence by eye in daylight, it may still be possible to see it under the right optical conditions. "Non-fluorescent" corals are often fluorecent under UV or blue excitation, especially when viewed under a fluorescence dissecting microscope. Therefore to say that an animal is "white" may not be accurate, although there may be obvious changes in color or intensity. 3. Individual corals MAY retain coloration for some time after bleaching. I have observed laboratory specimens bleach and recover after several weeks but never completely lose their green color. To directly address your question: The zooxanthellae are expelled first. The animal-derived fluorescent proteins seem to degrade over time. Sometimes quickly, but not always. The rate of loss may be dependent upon the degree of stress. Is this an adaptation whereby the coral is adjusting its coloration to enhance what little photosynthesis it can muster or is it a stress response where the coral is metabolising a vital store of protein? I don't know but I suspect the latter. Rob Carter University of Miami At 10:48 AM 5/28/2002 +0100, you wrote: >Dear Coral Listers > >I would be grateful if any of the coral physiologists involved in bleaching >work could offer any details on a question that's been put to me a couple >of times. > >The colourful pigments (blues, pinks etc.) that are charateristic of many >shallow water corals (Acropora etc.) are, as I understand it, located in >the coral tissue itself. Whereas the pigments present in the zooxanthellae >are more or less brown in colour. If coral bleaching (due to elevated >SSTs) is principally the result of expulsion or loss of zooxanthellae, then >why do the corals go completely white. i.e. what happens to the more >colourful coral pigments? Are they damaged as well but independently by >temperature induced failure of protective systems? > >sincerely, > >Rupert Ormond > > > > >Dr. Rupert Ormond >Director, >University Marine Biological Station Millport, >Isle of Cumbrae, >SCOTLAND >UK KA28 0EG > >email: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk >tel: (44)-01475-530581 >fax: (44)-01475-530601 >web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Marine/ > > > >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 17:48:16 +0100 (GMT) From: "J.D. Hedley" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov kind of relevant to this discussion is that, if I remember correctly, zooxanthella lose pigments during bleaching as well as being expelled from the coral themselves. I guess the point is that the colour change that occurs during bleaching is the result of many, possibly distinct, physiological processes. John ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 13:58:55 -0400 From: "Pedro Alcolado" To: Just, an interesting topic, but please, someone of you, tell me what means MAA / GFP. I am absolutely profane in this subject but am very interested in understanding this phenomenon. Thanks and excuse me for interfering. Pedro Alcolado > Just as another comment to this is that the level of tissue degradation > resulting in bleaching may account for the level of MAA's / GFP's > remaining > and hence host pigmentation. Localization of GFP's can be concentrated > within the endoderm such as with Goniopora sp. so with the degradation > of > the endoderm and release of zooxanthellae during environmental stress > there > may be little or no MAA's / GFP's remaining resulting in a more > 'whitened' > appearance. However some species have MAA's / GFP's concentrated within > the > ectoderm such as Discosoma sp., hence when bleaching occurs they may > retain > the MAA / GFP pigmentation after the zooxanthellae density is reduced. > Obviously different levels of stress, whether solar or thermal may > result > in different proportions of zoox and MAA's/GFPs and also host > pigmentation > may not be purely associated with GFPs. If anyone has any information > regarding non-GFP host pigmentation I would also be very interested. > > > > At 16:48 28/05/02 +0100, you wrote: > >>===== Original Message From "Mike Matz" ===== > >Good question! I myself saw a case when the animal was bleached, but > >retained red fluorescent coloration. This was not on the reef, though - this > >was a specimen of corallimorph shipped over from Vietnam, on aquarium > >business. The bleaching was apparently a consequence of some stress > >conditions during shipping. By the way, that guy recovered nicely after > >that - regained brown coloration in a week or so in aquarium. It is from > >this specimen we cloned the first red-emitting GFP-like protein. The funny > >thing is - if the specimen was not bleached upon arrival, we would probably > >overlook the red fluorescence of the host tissue, it becomes really > >inconspicious as soon as the brown color is back. > > > >The fact that corals go completely white upon bleaching on reefs, with no > >host-tissue colors remaining, might be a consequence of much worse stress > >than my aquarium corallimorph suffered. But still, this completeness of > >bleaching does seem weird to me. The dissapearance of host pigments might be > >linked to zooxanthellae loss, but just as well, it might not. I am not aware > >of any reports that would address this. > > > >Please share your opinions. > > > >Mike > > > >----- > >Mikhail V. Matz, Ph.D. > > > >Whitney Laboratory > >University of Florida > >9505 Ocean Shore blvd > >St Augustine FL 32080-8610, USA > >phone +1 904 461 4025 > >fax +1 904 461 4008 > > > > > > > >----- Original Message ----- > >From: "Rupert Ormond" > >To: > >Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2002 5:48 AM > >Subject: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? > > > > > >> Dear Coral Listers > >> > >> I would be grateful if any of the coral physiologists involved in > >bleaching > >> work could offer any details on a question that's been put to me a couple > >> of times. > >> > >> The colourful pigments (blues, pinks etc.) that are charateristic of many > >> shallow water corals (Acropora etc.) are, as I understand it, located in > >> the coral tissue itself. Whereas the pigments present in the > >zooxanthellae > >> are more or less brown in colour. If coral bleaching (due to elevated > >> SSTs) is principally the result of expulsion or loss of zooxanthellae, > >then > >> why do the corals go completely white. i.e. what happens to the more > >> colourful coral pigments? Are they damaged as well but independently by > >> temperature induced failure of protective systems? > >> > >> sincerely, > >> > >> Rupert Ormond > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> Dr. Rupert Ormond > >> Director, > >> University Marine Biological Station Millport, > >> Isle of Cumbrae, > >> SCOTLAND > >> UK KA28 0EG > >> > >> email: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk > >> tel: (44)-01475-530581 > >> fax: (44)-01475-530601 > >> web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Marine/ > >> > >> > >> > >> ~~~~~~~ > >> For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > >> digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > >> > > > > > >~~~~~~~ > >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > > > > Simon R Dunn > School of Biological Sciences > University of Liverpool > Life Sciences Building > Crown Street Tel: 0151 794-4373 > Liverpool Fax: 0151 794-4393 > L69 7ZB Email: sidunn@liv.ac.uk > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coral Bleaching in Tuvalu and Fiji Date: Wed, 29 May 2002 07:56:20 +1200 From: sauni_s@usp.ac.fj To: Gang Liu CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Gang, A typo in my earlier message. The exact survey date for Tuvalu is from May 2-16, 2002 this year. Thanks to Gang of NOAA for picking it up. Regards Samasoni Sauni Project Coordinator Post Harvest & Fisheries Development Project Marine Studies Program The University of the South Pacific PO Box 1168, Suva, Fiji Islands Tel: 679 212879, 212051 Fax: 679 301490 email: sauni_s@usp.ac.fj ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: any other signs of bleaching in the Caribbean? Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 16:06:46 -0400 From: "Alina M. Szmant" To: Carolina Bastidas , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello Carolina and others: Two weeks ago in the Dry Tortugas we observed bleaching of Palythoa (very white) and moderate bleaching of some Montastraea faveolata type, Porites (astreoides and porites), Acropora cervicornis, and Agaricia. Percent of colonies bleached was still low. Bleached colonies were observed in both shallow water (couple of meters deep) as well as down to 20+ meters. Water temperatures started to warm up very early this spring in Florida (26 oC by late April; usually not until late May or June), and I fear a bad bleaching year. Alina Szmant At 11:03 AM 05/27/2002 -0400, Carolina Bastidas wrote: > Dear coral-listers, > > Within the last two weeks we observed one third of the coral colonies pale > and bleached at the venezuelan CARICOMP site of Parque Nacional Morrocoy. > Affected colonies included species of Montrastea, Colpophyllia and Porites > - the dominant genera in the area - between 4 and 12 meters depth. > > We were wondering if those observations could correspond to early signs of > a widespread bleaching in the Caribbean or some localized phenomena. Any > other observation? > > Thanks, > > > **************************************************** > Carolina Bastidas > Depto. de Biología de Organismos > Universidad Simón Bolívar > Apdo. 89000 Caracas 1080 > Venezuela > > Fax: 58-212-9063046 > Tel: 58-212-9063415 > cbastidas@usb.ve > > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > ******************************************************************* Dr. Alina M. Szmant Coral Reef Research Group Professor of Biology Center for Marine Science University of North Carolina at Wilmington 5600 Marvin K. Moss Lane Wilmington NC 28409-5928 tel: (910)962-2362 fax: (910)962-2410 email: szmanta@uncwil.edu http://www.uncwil.edu/people/szmanta/ ****************************************************************** Subject: Graduate students working with Caribbean coral ecosystems Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 14:00:23 -0700 From: Laurie Richardson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Graduate Students in Caribbean marine sciences: The Association of Marine Laboratories of the Caribbean is a network of marine labs that, together, have a goal of fostering science and collaboration with regard to Caribbean marine ecosystems. Every two years there is a science meeting, which rotates among member labs. The next science meeting will be in Trinidad in summer of 2003. We are interested in expanding the scope of the AMLC to enhance interaction among graduate students in the Greater Caribbean region. We would like to see a network (email based) in which students can compare notes, foster collaborations, let each other know about the availability of labs for field work, etc. Graduate student membership is $5 per year, which includes two yearly newsletters and the opportunity to present papers (and attend) the science meetings. If you are interested in this new venture, please contact graduate student Josh Voss. His email address is: jvoss001@fiu.edu. To apply for membership (and learn more about our organization), please see the AMLC website. The address is http://amlc.uvi.edu. Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you. Laurie Richardson, AMLC Membership Director ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: FW: MPA Benefits - In Numbers Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 11:49:13 -1000 From: Sara Peck To: Zsolt Sary , coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov I would like to have same if availble. SPeck At 10:40 PM 3/7/02 +0000, Zsolt Sary wrote: >I too was under the impression that little direct >evidence exists to show that fishers can recover in >increased catches what they give up in reduced fishing >gounds. So I would be interested to see what evidence >Callum presents to confirm those theoretical >predictions. > >Is the article available in PDF format somewhere? > >Thanks, > >Zsolt Sary >ARC Environmental Ltd. >Kamloops, BC >Canada > > --- "Samantha . Whitcraft" > wrote: > FYI...original >reply sent directly to Don Baker's > > inquiry... > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: Samantha . Whitcraft > > Sent: Wednesday, March 06, 2002 12:56 PM > > To: 'pacaqts' > > Subject: RE: MPA Benefits - In Numbers > > > > > > See Roberts, Callum M. et al. "Effects of Marine > > Reserves on Adjacent > > Fisheries" in Science Volume 294 November 2001 > > > > An excellent article that "confirms theoretical > > predictions that marine > > reserves can play a key role in supporting > > fisheries." Science p. 1920 > > > > Hope that helps. > > > > Aloha, > > Sam > > > > Ocean Program Manager > > Kaho'olawe Island Reserve > > Wailuku HI 96793 > > ph. 808-243-5889 > > fx. 808-243-5885 > > pg. 297-1917 > > www.state.hi.us/kirc > > ____________________________________________ > > E lawe i ke a'o a malama, a e 'oi mau ka na'auao. > > (He who takes his > > teachings and applies them increases his knowledge.) > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: pacaqts [mailto:pacaqts@tm.net.my] > > Sent: Wednesday, March 06, 2002 11:43 AM > > To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > > Subject: MPA Benefits - In Numbers > > > > > > Dear Coral - List Members, > > > > Though MPAs have a great many benefits with regards > > to observations , > > statements in a stack of MPA pubs, etc. - where may > > I quickly find direct > > research and studies references that "do the > > numbers?" The politicians and > > Gov. economic advisers simply say to us 'Yeah, well > > good & fine - talk is > > talk - but show us the figures - where you can prove > > to us that fisheries > > stocks are indeed enhanced by MPAs?" > > > > I need case examples with those numbers and not just > > words, observations, > > and perhaps institutional / academic 'whitewashing'. > > An example of numbers > > would be a historical record of past catch landings > > vs those after the MPA > > establishment - with direct, verifiable correlation > > to the MPA of course. > > Anyone comment on Apo? > > > > Any assistance would be well appreciated here. > > > > Many thanks, > > Don Baker > > Lankayan-Billean-Tegaipil MPA > > Sabah, Malaysia > > > > > >__________________________________________________ >Do You Yahoo!? >Everything you'll ever need on one web page >from News and Sport to Email and Music Charts >http://uk.my.yahoo.com >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please visit http://www.coral.noaa.gov, click on Popular on the >menu bar, then click on Coral-List Listserver. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: any other signs of bleaching in the Caribbean? Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 18:30:06 -0400 From: Pam Muller Organization: USF College of Marine Science To: Carolina Bastidas CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Carolina: I was at Cayman Brac last week; water temperature was about 28 C instead of 26, which is apparently more typical for this time of year. I saw bleaching similar to that Alina Szmant just reported from the Tortugas. Pale and very occasionally bleached Agaricia were most common; pale Montastrea spp. were also observed. I didn't notice any pale Porites or Acropora cervicornis, and didn't see any Palythoa. My dive partner commented on the way home that he didn't see any. We did 14 dives, 5 to about 30 m; I noticed pale Agaricia on my first dive at about 28 m. Please note that these were casual observations; I was not collecting data. Pamela Hallock College of Marine Science University of South Florida Carolina Bastidas wrote: > Dear coral-listers, > > Within the last two weeks we observed one third of the coral colonies pale > and bleached at the venezuelan CARICOMP site of Parque Nacional Morrocoy. > Affected colonies included species of Montrastea, Colpophyllia and Porites > - the dominant genera in the area - between 4 and 12 meters depth. > > We were wondering if those observations could correspond to early signs of > a widespread bleaching in the Caribbean or some localized phenomena. Any > other observation? > > Thanks, > > **************************************************** > Carolina Bastidas > Depto. de Biología de Organismos > Universidad Simón Bolívar > Apdo. 89000 Caracas 1080 > Venezuela > > Fax: 58-212-9063046 > Tel: 58-212-9063415 > cbastidas@usb.ve > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Date: Wed, 29 May 2002 20:55:56 +1000 (EST) From: Alison Green To: CC: Dear Coral Listers Chuck Birkeland, Dave Fisk and I completed an intensive survey of the reefs on five islands in American Samoa (Tutuila, Aunu'u, and Manu'a Islands) for the local Dept of Marine and Wildlife Resources in March. During the survey, we assessed the level of coral bleaching at each of ~30 sites using a standardised protocol developed by GBRMPA. I haven't had a chance to work up the data yet, but my impression was of low to moderate levels of bleaching (with the most bleaching recorded on the north shore of Tutuila). A more detailed report will be available in the next few months. Alison Green ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Wed, 29 May 2002 09:23:45 EDT From: EricHugo@aol.com To: rcarter@rsmas.miami.edu, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi Rob and list: I had written back to Rupert privately, but thought would add my agreement to what you and others have said, and provide a photo of the fluorescing proteins in a coral following bleaching for an article on coral (Euphyllia parancora) bleaching I wrote for an aquarium publication. http://www.advancedaquarist.com/issues/feb2002/cw.htm The retention of fluorescing proteins is quite common, although seem to vanish over time, as you mention. Likewise, I suspect metabolism for one of the two reasons you mention, and also suspect the latter one. Eric Hugo Borneman Department of Biology and Biochemistry Division in Ecology and Evolution 258, SR II University of Houston Houston, TX 77204 EBorneman@uh.edu or EricHugo@aol.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Wed, 29 May 2002 19:25:06 +0600 (GMT) From: Prasanna Weerakkody To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov One thing that I found very interesting at the onset of the 1998 bleaching monitoring in Sri Lanka was that some corals took on a brilliant ultramarine blue for a couple of days before bleaching into blue. this was mostly observed on colonies of Acropora formosa and couple of Montipora species. I'm talking about whole colonies (2-3meters across) going deep blue. I sure would like to have an explanation for this if there is one. An additional note that there was a mild bleaching event that we were observing on several south coast reefs in Sri Lanka during April. The corals had become significantly paler overall, (60-70% of colonies) but none had bleached into pure white except for development of completely bleached spots ranging from 5-15 cm across on some colonies. I have not been able to monitor for the last month but the indications were that things would be easing up with the arrival of the Indian Ocean monsoon. Prasanna At 10:48 AM 28-05-02 +0100, you wrote: >Dear Coral Listers > >I would be grateful if any of the coral physiologists involved in bleaching >work could offer any details on a question that's been put to me a couple >of times. > >The colourful pigments (blues, pinks etc.) that are charateristic of many >shallow water corals (Acropora etc.) are, as I understand it, located in >the coral tissue itself. Whereas the pigments present in the zooxanthellae >are more or less brown in colour. If coral bleaching (due to elevated >SSTs) is principally the result of expulsion or loss of zooxanthellae, then >why do the corals go completely white. i.e. what happens to the more >colourful coral pigments? Are they damaged as well but independently by >temperature induced failure of protective systems? > >sincerely, > >Rupert Ormond > > > > >Dr. Rupert Ormond >Director, >University Marine Biological Station Millport, >Isle of Cumbrae, >SCOTLAND >UK KA28 0EG > >email: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk >tel: (44)-01475-530581 >fax: (44)-01475-530601 >web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Marine/ > > > >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > > Prasanna Weerakkody Nature Conservation Group No.9, Balapokuna place, Colombo 6. Sri Lanka E-mail: firefish@sltnet.lk Ph: 941-856041 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Wed, 29 May 2002 15:31:06 +0000 From: Alex Mustard To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov To Prasanna & rest of the list, I have observed similar pastel pink and blue coloured corals both in the Maldives in May 1998 (at the onset of the severe bleaching event) and in Thailand in May 2002. Follow this link for a recent image from Thailand: http://www.soc.soton.ac.uk/GDD/hydro/atmu/ecology/chapter7/bleach.jpg To my mind, these pastel colours are not (only) fluorescent because it is possible to photograph them with a standard underwater flash, which usually overpowers coral fluorescence. I have been told (by two independent people working on bleaching) that these colourful pigments are actually different strains of zooxanthellae that are more resistant to bleaching. These pastel colours seem to be a transition stage in bleaching? For those who are interested, I observed the recent bleaching event in Thailand while on vacation in the Similan Islands. While corals were paler than "normal" for at least 10 days prior (start of my holiday), I observed very dramatic changes in colour on the 5th & 6th May. On those 2 days, I spent about 7 hours in the water and subjectively felt I was seeing noticeable changes in colony colour on a time scale of hours. The most extensive bleaching was at depths between 3-6m on the reef flat, and 5-8m on the fore reef. Acropora and Pocillopora were most bleached ~70% of colonies, others much less ~20%. Acropora, Pocillopora, Fungia and Porites all showed the "pastel colours". Bleaching intensified right up until my last dive of my trip (06 May 2002). These observations are backed up by photographs, which I am happy to share on request, but no data (holiday!). Dive computers indicated water temperatures between 30-32C above a thermocline at 15-25m (27-28C below). Comparable temps to those reported by Brown et al. (2000) Nature. 404: 142-143. Regards Alex > One thing that I found very interesting at the onset of the 1998 bleaching > monitoring in Sri Lanka was that some corals took on a brilliant > ultramarine > blue for a couple of days before bleaching into blue. this was mostly > observed on colonies of Acropora formosa and couple of Montipora species. > I'm talking about whole colonies (2-3meters across) going deep blue. I > sure > would like to have an explanation for this if there is one. > > An additional note that there was a mild bleaching event that we were > observing on several south coast reefs in Sri Lanka during April. The > corals > had become significantly paler overall, (60-70% of colonies) but none had > bleached into pure white except for development of completely bleached > spots > ranging from 5-15 cm across on some colonies. I have not been able to > monitor for the last month but the indications were that things would be > easing up with the arrival of the Indian Ocean monsoon. > > Prasanna -- Dr Alexander Mustard T +44 (0)23 80 59 60 16 George Deacon Division F +44 (0)23 80 59 62 47 Southampton Oceanography Centre M +44 (0)78 76 52 31 10 European Way, Southampton E atmu@soc.soton.ac.uk SO14 3ZH, UK Subject: Coral bleaching Date: Thu, 30 May 2002 09:35:50 +1000 From: imiller To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Listers If you have a look at our last survey update from the AIMS Long Term Monitoring Program there is a photo of partially bleached corals. http://www.aims.gov.au/pages/research/reef-monitoring/ltm/ltm20020205-gbr.html One of the major findings of this survey was that the vast majority of corals off-shore were partially bleached with only a relatively small proportion bleached totally white. Cheers Ian ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching Date: Thu, 30 May 2002 09:34:14 +0100 From: Rupert Ormond To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Listers, many THANKS to all those who reponded to my enquiry. I'll try and summarise the various information in due course, but meanwhile a few points seem to have emerged strongly. a) some corals have their own pigments in the ectodermal tissue, and some apparently in the endoderm b) it's generally presumed that the endodermal pigments can be lost along with the zoox as the endodermal cells that carry them break down c) clearly loss of these pigments doesn't always coincide with loss zoox, since with mild bleaching partially bleached coral can be seen which may be have lost one but not the other d) in particular the flourescent pigments in some corals (especially Acropora) may survive bleaching, giving them that "psychodelic glow" that observers have described. sincerely, Rupert Dr. Rupert Ormond Director, University Marine Biological Station Millport, Isle of Cumbrae, SCOTLAND UK KA28 0EG email: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk tel: (44)-01475-530581 fax: (44)-01475-530601 web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Marine/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Shark Finning Date: Thu, 30 May 2002 07:08:26 -0400 From: Charles Frew To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear All, I was very kindly given your contact details by Mike Ross (Cebu, Philippines) in hope that you might be able to assist me. I have recently returned from Shark Conference 2002: Sustainable Utilization and Conservation of Sharks which was held in Taipei during May. As expected shark fin traders were there in numbers listening to what we had to say. One or two were concerned about diminishing shark populations. At the end of the conference, one of the traders told me that they were now going to target the shark stocks of East Timor, especially the prized fins of Hammerheads. You might also like to know that Indonesia is the highest exporter (globally) of shark fins, with India coming 2 nd. Therefore I would be grateful if this email could be forwarded to (a) the dive shops, FreeFlow -Luke Jones, Dive Timor Lorasae and any other establishments with a vested marine interest within East Timor, and to (b) an official linked to fisheries in East Timor. I hope that something can be done, but I fear that 'finning' will be too much of an economic incentive for both local and 'other' archipelago fishermen. Please keep me informed if you have or hear any news. Regards, Charles Frew ************************************************* Charles Frew, MSc Director Asiatic Marine Limited Hong Kong SAR Tel/Fax: (852) 2104 2297 Mobile: (852) 9831 5410 email: cfrew@asiaticmarine.com http://www.asiaticmarine.com Marine Surveys Underwater Filming Shark Diving Expeditions *************************************************** This e-mail, and any attachment, is confidential. If you have received it in error, please delete it from your system, do not use or disclose the information in any way, and notify me immediately. The contents of this message may contain personal views which are not the views of Asiatic Marine Limited, unless specifically stated. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coloured Pigments and Coral Bleaching? Date: Fri, 31 May 2002 16:20:46 +1000 From: Anya Salih To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi everyone, For the last 6 yrs or so I've studied fluorescent pigments in corals on the Great Barrier Reef, ecology and biology as well as microstructure. I agree with Rob that during bleaching, not all corals loose fluorescent pigments. Severely bleached or otherwise stressed corals loose much fluorescent pigmentation as a result of tissue degradation. When green fluorescent corals bleach, the yellow-green hue of fluorescent pigments is clearly visible in daylight. Blue fluorescent pigments (as in picture 1-2 at http://www.emu.usyd.edu.au/research/figures.html) with emissions 476-484 nm, are generally invisible in daylight and bleached corals appear white. Yellow, orange and red fluorescent pigmentation is quite apparent in bleached corals. Expression of both fluorescent and the weakly fluorescent pink/blue pigments is triggered by sunlight (visible spectrum). Pigment expression, at least in some corals, is up-regulated during bleaching, but only in corals exposed to sunlight. regards Anya >Dear Coral Listers > >I would be grateful if any of the coral physiologists involved in bleaching >work could offer any details on a question that's been put to me a couple >of times. > >The colourful pigments (blues, pinks etc.) that are charateristic of many >shallow water corals (Acropora etc.) are, as I understand it, located in >the coral tissue itself. Whereas the pigments present in the zooxanthellae >are more or less brown in colour. If coral bleaching (due to elevated >SSTs) is principally the result of expulsion or loss of zooxanthellae, then >why do the corals go completely white. i.e. what happens to the more >colourful coral pigments? Are they damaged as well but independently by >temperature induced failure of protective systems? > >sincerely, > >Rupert Ormond > > > > >Dr. Rupert Ormond >Director, >University Marine Biological Station Millport, >Isle of Cumbrae, >SCOTLAND >UK KA28 0EG > >email: rupert.ormond@millport.gla.ac.uk >tel: (44)-01475-530581 >fax: (44)-01475-530601 >web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Marine/ > > > >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . -- Dr Anya Salih APD(I) Research Fellow Electron Microscope Unit & The Australian Key Centre for Microscopy & Microanalysis Madsen Building FO9 Email: anya@emu.usyd.edu.au The University of Sydney Telephone: 02-93517540 Sydney, 2006, AUSTRALIA Facsimile: 02-93517682 http://www.emu.usyd.edu.au/research/anya_research.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: any other signs of bleaching in the Caribbean? Date: Mon, 3 Jun 2002 11:56:07 -0400 (Eastern Daylight Time) From: Erich Mueller To: Pam Muller CC: Carolina Bastidas , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Pam, I was next door at Little Cayman (Bloody Bay Wall) at the same time. I did not look at any shallow sites; all were 15-30 m. Siderastrea siderea were commonly paled and a number of Agaricia lamarcki under ledges had blotchy bleaching. Temperatures according to my dive computer were about 27 C. Also noticed some white plague affecting ten host species on virtually every dive. The lesions were generally small indicating recent initiation and/or slow progression speed. Erich <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Erich Mueller, Ph.D., Director Phone: (305) 745-2729 Mote Marine Laboratory FAX: (305) 745-2730 Center for Tropical Research Email: emueller@mote.org 24244 Overseas Highway (US 1) Summerland Key, FL 33042 Center Website-> http://www.mote.org/~emueller/CTRHome.phtml Mote Marine Laboratory Website-> http://www.mote.org Remarks are personal opinion and do not reflect institutional policy unless so indicated. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Ecology and Health Course Date: Mon, 03 Jun 2002 20:42:40 -0400 From: "Robert B Jonas" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov George Mason University and The College of the Bahamas offer an advanced undergraduate/graduate course on CORAL ECOLOGY AND HEALTH (EVPP 490/505 and BIOL 440/505) Aug 1-13, 2002 4 credits at The Bahamas Environmental Research Center, Andros Island, The Bahamas Summary: Coral Ecology and (coral) Health will immerse the students in study of Caribbean coral reefs and the threats to their health, with the world’s third largest barrier reef as the living laboratory less than a mile from the temperature controlled lecture and laboratory site at the Bahamas Environmental Research Center in Staniard Creek on Andros Island, The Bahamas. The course consists of daily visits to various reef sites for “fins on” observations, investigations and reef preservation activities. These field activities will be combined with lectures focusing on coral reef ecology, coral reef fisheries, associated marine enviornments, resource utilization, coral diseases, coral bleaching, algal proliferation and other stressors that are afflicting corals in the Caribbean and throughout the world. Laboratory work will include coral and microbial and molecular biology. Fee: $1300 (all inclusive from Ft. Lauderdale, Fl) plus George Mason University tuition The syllabus is available at http://mason.gmu.edu/~rjonas/ Contact - The Center for Field Studies (Dr. Julia Nord, Director, jnord@gmu.edu) at George Mason University for more information 703-993-1740 (voice) 703-993-1439 (fax) or contact the instructors directly by email Dr. Donald Kelso (dkelso@gmu.edu) Dr. Robert B. Jonas (rjonas@gmu.edu) Robert B. Jonas Associate Professor George Mason University Environmental Science and Policy Robert B. Jonas Associate Professor George Mason University Environmental Science and Policy 4400 University Dr. Fax: 703-9931066 Fairfax Work: 703-993-1030 VA 22030 USA Additional Information: Last Name Jonas First Name Robert Version 2.1 Subject: Change of address Date: Tue, 04 Jun 2002 08:23:42 -0500 From: Osha Gray Davidson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-listers, Please note new contact information (E-mail remains the same). Cheers, Osha ================================ Osha Gray Davidson Home page: www.OshaDavidson.com 301 E. Maryland Ave Phone: (602) 263-5582 Phoenix, AZ 85012 E-Mail: osha@oshadavidson.com USA www.turtlehousefoundation.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Hermodice Date: Wed, 05 Jun 2002 21:41:21 +0000 From: "megan berkle" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello Everyone: I am trying to come up with a world-wide distribution for the fireworm, Hermodice carunculata. If you have seen this worm anywhere in the world while diving or conducting coral reef surveys please let me know the location, depth, and the most common corals seen at that particular site. Also, if anyone has photos of this worm please let me know. Thanks. Megan Berkle Graduate student Nova Southeastern University ------------------------------------------------------------------------ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: Click Here ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Progress on Madang Coastal Programme Date: Thu, 6 Jun 2002 09:02:26 +1000 From: "Ariadna Benet" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, I would like to brief you about the progress that the Madang Lagoon team = from WWF-PERC (Madang, PNG) has made so far on the Madang coastal = programme. =20 The Madang coastal programme has two components that are different but = interelated. The technical component, that seeks to assess the water = quality of the Madang Lagoon sea and the social component that aims to = help the communities to look after their sea and corals. Both of these = will provide the buidling blocks for a larger Integrated Coastal Zone = Management process. - Technical component: Two preliminary survey were done to identify and = GPS sampling points (December 2001 and April 2002 respectively). A = complete water and sediment sampling along the Lagoon was completed in = May 2002 over three consecutive days. Samples were sent to NAL (National = Analysis Laboratories) in Lae for analysis. Physical parameters will be = assessed on a regular basis, at least once a month and we will forward = reports as they are prepared. =20 GIS information: we had a two week GIS and a Landscape planning training = in March. We are compiling data (GIS data, diving sites, species, land = use,...) about the Madang Lagoon to do a map with all this information. - Social component: Madang harbours 6 of PNG's 17 MPAs. We have begun = work with three communities who have established these conservation = areas and with two further communities who are in the process of = developing them. =20 =20 We have begun work with three communities along Madang Lagoon and in the = Madang islands and with two further communities who are in the process = of developing them. A workshop was completed = with Sinub WMA committee and Laugum WMA committee to discuss the WMA = management and expectations. An analysis of the = support needs of Kau WMA is now close to completion and this will = contribute to a national survey of MPAs that we are hosting. A first = meeting with Siar people to set up the Tab WMA was done with the = assistance of A. Jenkins. =20 Other activities include=20 =20 - Oct 2001 - Participation in the Madang Coastal clean up - 22nd January 2002 - Presentations to Madang District = administrators as part of TNC land use planning workshop - 5 June 2002 - World Environment Day procession to reduce use of = plastic bags =20 The following reports and minutes for all meetings and workshops are = available from myself or Ogano Jano ojano@wwfpacific.org.pg if required. = =20 - Kananum meeting reports ... - Sinub WMA training and Sinub meeting report - Kau WMA assessment - Tab WMA meeting report=20 We would appreciate your help with any papers, information or GIS = datasets relevant to Madang coastal and marine environments and = communities. =20 Thank you for your support. =20 Regards, Ariadna ___________________________ Ariadna Benet, PhD Pacific Ecoregions Center (PERC) Private Mail Bag Madang, PNG Ph: (675) 852 3720 FAX: (675) 852 37 21 e-mail: abenet@wwfpacific.org.pg abenet@pngimr.org.pg ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Aloha everyone! Date: Wed, 05 Jun 2002 16:37:48 -1000 From: "Andy Collins" Organization: NWHICRER To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Aloha, I am new to this list and thought I would introduce myself. I am the Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve. Our reserve is a string of atolls, volcanic islands, sea mounts and reefs that extend for 1200 miles North and West of the main Hawaiian Islands. It has been estimated that nearly 70% of all coral reefs in the United States lie in these waters. We are currently undergoing National Marine Sanctuary designation and recently held public meetings throughout the State of Hawai'i and in Washington D.C. to collect public comment about designating the Reserve as a National Marine Sanctuary. We received overwhelming response - roughly 15,000 comments - most in favor of strong conservation in this region. Please visit our web site, listed below, or drop me a note if you would like more information about the Reserve or just want to chat. -- Andy Collins Education and Outreach Coordinator/Webmaster NOAA/NOS Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve 6700 Kalaniana'ole Hwy. # 215 Honolulu, HI 96825 --------------------------- Ph: (808)397-2659 Cell (808)347-8144 Fx: (808)397-2662 http://hawaiireef.noaa.gov --------------------------------------------------------------------- Andy Collins Education and Outreach Coordinator/Webmaster NOAA/NOS Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve Andy Collins Education and Outreach Coordinator/Webmaster NOAA/NOS Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve 6700 Kalaniana'ole Hwy. #215 Cellular: (808)347-8144 Honolulu Fax: (808)397-2662 HI Home: (808)737-8437 96825 Work: (808)397-2659 Conference Software Address Specific Directory Server Specialist in: -education -web design -computer networking -computer based learning -natural resource management Additional Information: Last Name Collins First Name Andy Version 2.1 Subject: underwater housings Date: Thu, 06 Jun 2002 10:57:43 -1000 From: Eric Hochberg To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi all, Can anyone recommend a manufacturer of custom underwater housings? Please reply directly to me, not to the whole list. Thanks. Aloha, Eric -- Eric Hochberg University of Hawaii Department of Oceanography 1000 Pope Road Honolulu, Hawaii 96822 USA Tel: (808) 956-9108 Fax: (808) 956-7112 e-mail: hochberg@hawaii.edu http://www.soest.hawaii.edu/marlin/hochberg "Never underestimate how much assistance, how much satisfaction, how much comfort, how much soul and transcendence there might be in a well-made taco and a cold bottle of beer." ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Talamanca's coral reefs Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2002 08:00:56 -0400 From: BioGems Info To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Costa Rican environmentalists celebrated a decisive victory last month when their country's outgoing government rejected plans to open the lush Caribbean coast to offshore oil drilling. The decision by former Environment Minister Elizabeth Odio ensures the preservation of Talamanca's fragile coral reefs and marine life -- including rare Tucuxi dolphins and endangered sea turtles -- as well as the region's growing ecotourism industry. The ruling, supported by recently elected President Abel Pacheco, capped a two-year anti-drilling campaign led by community leaders and activists, with strong support from BioGems Defenders who sent more than 27,000 letters opposing the oil exploration plans of U.S.-based Harken Energy and MKJ Xplorations. More info: http://www.savebiogems.org/talamanca/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: giant clam culture in Palau Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2002 11:00:03 -0400 From: "Brust, Colleen J Ms USACHPPM" To: "'coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov'" Dear List, Can anyone provide me with a contact at the Palau Mariculture Demonstration Center, please? We have successfully used transplanted juvenile Tridacna maxima for biomonitoring, so while in Palau at the end of this month, I'd like to take the opportunity to learn as much as possible from the experts. Specifically, I am interested in potential sources of study clams and reducing mortality during shipping, handling, and deployment. Thanks in advance, Colleen Colleen J. Brust U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine Surface Water and Wastewater Program 5158 Blackhawk Rd. ATTN: MCHB-TS-ESW APG, MD 21010-5403 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: dying sponges Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2002 15:14:34 -0400 From: "tara hackler" To: Hello, > > My name is Tara Hackler and I am working in the Cayman Islands in the dive industry. I have > notices a unhealthily pattern of barrel sponges dying off in the past year > and a half. I think this is a serious issue but don't know how to go about > creating a research program or general tracking of this. > > Any info you could give me would be appreciated. > Sincerely, Tara Hackler > Subject: Marine Ecologist Position Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2002 08:29:15 -0400 From: Dennis Hanisak To: "'coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" > Marine Ecologist: The Division of Marine Science at Harbor Branch > Oceanographic Institution invites applications for an Assistant Scientist > (equivalent to Assistant Professor) to complement existing programs > (www.hboi.edu). We are seeking a marine ecologist with an established > record of scientific productivity and a proven track record of external > funding. Respond by 1 July 2002 by submitting curriculum vitae, reprints > of 5 important publications, outline of research interests, and names of 3 > references to: Personnel, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, 5600 N > US Hwy 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34946; FAX: (772) 466-3644; e-mail: > personnel@hboi.edu. EOE/AAP, DFW. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coastal Zone '03 Date: Fri, 14 Jun 2002 13:49:28 -0400 From: "Rhonda Crawley" Organization: doc/noaa/nos/csc To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov ************************************************ Coastal Zone '03 Coastal Zone Management Through Time The largest conference for the world's coastal resource management community will be held July 13 - 17, 2003 in Baltimore, Maryland. Deadline for abstract submissions is September 16, 2002. For more information, please visit www.csc.noaa.gov/cz2003/ ************************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: test of coral-list, please ignore Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2002 10:30:25 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" To: coral-list Checking coral-list configuration...please ignore.... Cheers, Jim coral-list admin ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: 5th Int. SAMPAA Conference Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2002 14:40:28 -0700 From: Tomas_Tomascik@pch.gc.ca To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello everyone: Please note that the Fifth International SAMPAA conference will be held from May 11 to 16, 2003 at the University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Please visit SAMPAA's web site at: < http://www.sampaa.org> for conference information. I would like to encourage everyone who is doing research on Marine Protected Areas (natural sciences, social sciences, culture and economics) to attend. Cheers, Tom ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: SAMPAA Conference follow-up Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2002 14:56:09 -0700 From: Tomas_Tomascik@pch.gc.ca To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi everyone: I neglected to stress in my earlier message that we are interested in temperate, subtropical and tropical MPA research, from both the science and management perspectives. The theme of the conference is: Making Ecosystem Based Management Work: Connecting Managers and Researchers. Cheers, Tom ---------------------- Forwarded by Tomas Tomascik/West-Ouest/PCH/CA on 17/06/2002 02:58 PM --------------------------- Tomas Tomascik 17/06/2002 02:40 PM To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov cc: Subject: 5th Int. SAMPAA Conference Hello everyone: Please note that the Fifth International SAMPAA conference will be held from May 11 to 16, 2003 at the University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Please visit SAMPAA's web site at: < http://www.sampaa.org> for conference information. I would like to encourage everyone who is doing research on Marine Protected Areas (natural sciences, social sciences, culture and economics) to attend. Cheers, Tom ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Discovery of the cause for white pox disease on elkhorn coral Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 21:01:33 -0400 From: James Porter To: Our paper demonstrating that a common fecal enteric bacterium is killing coral in the Florida Keys has just been published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The web link to read the article is: http:www//pnas.org This disease is called white pox, and is caused by the enterobacterium Serratia marcescens, which is found in the intestines of animals, including the human gut. This is the first time that a common member of the human gut microbiota has been shown to be a marine invertebrate pathogen. This disease is killing off much of the elkhorn coral (Acropora palmata) in the Florida Keys. Average loss rates throughout the Keys are near 85 percent. On some reefs near Key West, however, the disease has already killed more than 98 percent of the elkhorn coral. For this research, we satisfied Koch¹s postulates. 16s rDNA sequence analysis of the white pox bacterium showed 100 percent identity to Serratia marcescens. This finding demonstrates that we cannot blame global climate change as the sole source of our problems on coral reefs. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: coral reefs and climate Date: Wed, 19 Jun 2002 07:42:30 -0400 From: "Gene Buck" To: Subject: Web Service Date: Wed, 19 Jun 2002 20:28:45 -0500 From: "Doug Kent" To: "coral-list" I would like to create a .NET Framework Web Service to serve the coral reef scientific and/or environmental conservation community. As part of its function the service could serve up data on request, store submitted data, and perform calculations with given parameters. The functions of the service could be available to anyone on the Internet, but could only be accessed directly by writing computer code. Code written to use the service could be made part of a web page or a conventional computer application by anyone wishing to use the service. I am hereby soliciting suggestions for what specifically this service might do. For example, do you know of: * databases whose content might usefully be made publicly accessable? * interesting computations or calculations that might yield beneficial output when provided appropriate parameters? * data that might usefully be accumulated over time into a centralized database? Thanks for any suggestions! Sincerely, Doug Kent Subject: Re: Web Service Date: Thu, 20 Jun 2002 10:05:48 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: dkent@austin.rr.com CC: coral-list Doug Kent wrote: > I would like to create a .NET Framework Web Service to serve the coral > reef scientific and/or environmental conservation community. Hi, Doug, After speaking with our database and systems administration specialists (Louis Florit and Clarke Jeffris), it appears that the .NET Framework is still in beta and therefore may be in a transitory state and not desirable for basing a large amount of work on at this time. > As part of its function the service could serve up data on request, > store submitted data, and perform calculations with given parameters. As you begin to search the Web and follow existing coral-related links, I think you will find that there are several good coral-related Web pages that presently serve data on request, and store submitted data (e.g., ReefBase, NOAA's CoRIS [open soon], CHAMP, etc.). Performing calculations with given parameters is probably something that might be more efficacious within subgroups of coral researchers. For instance, carbon dioxide and light calculations might be handy, but I'm not sure it would be of so much value to the entire coral reef community to the point that you would like to base a large amount of your work on developing this capability. Your proposed work might require a more formal systems analysis, I would think, before diving headlong into this. But that's just my feeling. > The functions of the service could be available to anyone on the > Internet, but could only be accessed directly by writing computer > code. Code written to use the service could be made part of a web > page or a conventional computer application by anyone wishing to use > the service. I would take it from this that you mean you would write the code, or would you ask that others do this? For the most part, it is my experience that not many coral researchers write computer code, but they could contract someone to do so, of course. If you are volunteering to do this, you may get bombed with requests; if you are asking for remuneration, it comes around to the same result; namely, the researchers have to come up with the money, probably from funding that is already hard to receive "just" for their basic research. We are developing api/j2ee application code for access to our Oracle database to serve SEAKEYS, CREWS meteorological and oceanographic data, and eventually coral disease data, over the Web, as well as expert system software to utilize those data, and I can tell you that this is an involved process requiring many frustrating hours of work. > I am hereby soliciting suggestions for what specifically this service > might do. As alluded to above, there has already been a tremendous amount of effort by that has gone into building Web pages and user-interfaces to display research data, and I think after you look around you will see that the salient needs are being met, or at least we're trying. This is not to say there are not areas for application development. I hope you receive some comments for work you can do that is not being done elsewhere. > For example, do you know of: databases whose content might usefully > be made publicly accessable? Peruse the links referred to above and the CHAMP (and other) coral-related Web pages and their links and I believe you'll find a wealth of data. My guess is that the data that would probably be most useful to researchers, but that is not currently available, is grey literature (especially older reports) and closely-circulated data reports of the smaller countries where coral reefs are found. Both ReefBase and CHAMP have some attempts underway to make these reports available, but it is a very time-consuming and potentially expensive process. If you want to take this step further, try coming up with a character-recognition system that will glean the numbers from the reports and place them into your proposed database. I would warn you that this would additionally entail having coral researchers quality-control the data after you have done your translation to digital, something that will cost you money to get their time, I would hazard to guess. > * interesting computations or calculations that might yield beneficial > output when provided appropriate parameters? * data that might > usefully be accumulated over time into a centralized database? I hope you are able to gain some input from researchers who can use your expertise. I look forward to hearing of your progress. Cheers, Jim ---------------------------------------------------- James C. Hendee, Ph.D. Coral Health and Monitoring Program Ocean Chemistry Division Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce 4301 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, FL 33149-1026 Voice: (305) 361-4396 Fax: (305) 361-4392 Email: jim.hendee@noaa.gov Web: http://www.coral.noaa.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Web Service Date: Thu, 20 Jun 2002 11:08:46 -0500 From: "Doug Kent" To: "'Jim Hendee'" CC: "'coral-list'" Jim, thanks for your response! See my comments interspersed below. There are several useful clarifications that you have suggested. > > After speaking with our database and systems administration > specialists (Louis Florit and Clarke Jeffris), it appears > that the .NET Framework is still in beta and therefore may be > in a transitory state and not desirable for basing a large > amount of work on at this time. You correctly note that the .NET *Server* is still in beta. However, please be aware that Windows XP Server with .NET installed on it will work fine *now* for the applications I envision. The .NET Framework is complete and available in final release form. One can install it on Windows XP and it works great. .NET Server, the product that is still in beta, will have .NET bundled into it, and will have new features targeted to large-scale deployments. > developing this capability. Your proposed work might require > a more formal systems analysis, I would think, before diving > headlong into this. But that's just my feeling. Good suggestion, I think. To the extent such research and analysis is required, I'll hope to rely on you domain experts to do it. And you can leave the software engineering up to me. > > I would take it from this that you mean you would write the > code, or would you ask that others do this? I'm sorry I wasn't clear. I absolutely intend to do the coding myself. I would be happy to receive material compensation, but that would only be gravy, and I do not intend to ask for it. I am currently not fully employed, and while I have the extra time, I want to apply my skills to a fulfilling cause. > As alluded to above, there has already been a tremendous > amount of effort by that has gone into building Web pages and > user-interfaces to display research data, I need to be more clear about my proposal: Take the CoRIS web site for an example (www.coris.noaa.gov). They have what to me is an impressive new web site that intends to provide a wealth of data to the coral research community. Suppose I wanted to create my own web page or computer application that could *programmatically* access CoRIS' data, bypassing the CoRIS web site's GUI? I would need NOAA to have wrapped the functionality of their web site into a set of computer interfaces that I (or anyone else) could use programmatically and remotely. I propose to write those interfaces using the Web Services feature of the .NET Framework. Thereby those interfaces could be consumed by any application written in any language running on any operating system anywhere in the world that has Internet access. Their functionality would not be limited to that of the CoRIS web page GUI, but to the limits of the imaginations and resources of researchers around the world. Let me know if that's still not complete or clear. Thanks, Jim, for all your other suggestions and your expression of moral support! Sincerely, Doug Kent Subject: Re: coral reefs and climate Date: Fri, 21 Jun 2002 14:44:38 +1000 From: hamnett@hawaii.edu To: Gene Buck CC: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov You might want to look at Global Climate Change and Coral Reefs by Wilkenson & Buddemeier (1994), a UNEP-IOC-IUCN Task Team report. ----- Original Message ----- From: Gene Buck Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2002 9:42 pm Subject: coral reefs and climate > Colleagues: > > I'm looking for either 1) a good bibliography on coral > reefs and climate change or 2) citation to a farily comprehensive > summary article discussing coral reefs and impacts of climate > change. Your suggestions, please. Please respond directly to > gbuck@crs.loc.gov or fax to (202) 707-7289. Thanks much in advance. > > Gene Buck, senior > analyst > Congressional Research Service > gbuck@crs.loc.gov > --------------------------------------------------------------------- Michael P. Hamnett Director University of Hawaii Social Science Research Institute Michael P. Hamnett Director University of Hawaii Social Science Research Institute Saunders Hall, Room 704 Fax: (808) 956-2884 Honolulu Work: (808) 956-7469 Hawaii 96822 USA Additional Information: Last Name Hamnett First Name Michael Version 2.1 Subject: You've received an online postcard! Date: Fri, 21 Jun 2002 22:38:28 +0000 From: nbood@hotmail.com To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Coral-list: Nadia Bood has sent you an online postcard courtesy of World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Come to http://www.worldwildlife.org to learn more about what you can do to save endangered species and wild places all over the world. Working together, we can leave our children a living planet. To pick up your postcard, cut and paste the address below into your web browser: http://www.worldwildlife.org/expeditions/reef/postcards/postcard_02062110382857303.html Enjoy your postcard! WORLD WILDLIFE FUND http://www.worldwildlife.org 1-800-225-5993 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral reefs and Climate - a summary of responses Date: Mon, 24 Jun 2002 10:51:22 -0400 From: "Gene Buck" To: , "Gene Buck" Subject: Reef Encounter - Final Call for Contributions Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2002 11:01:58 +0100 (BST) From: "K.A. Teleki" To: Coral-List CC: marbio@mote.org MAGAZINE OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR REEF STUDIES News, Views and Reviews REEF ENCOUNTER No. 32 FINAL CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS Reef Encounter is looking for articles for the next issue (due out in September 2002). We welcome contributions from 300 - 1200 words on any aspect of reef studies, including news, comments, short reviews (but not original scientific data) and also illustrations/cartoons. Our final deadline is 1st July, but we appreciate receiving early contributions. Please send your ideas for articles and the articles themselves to our NEW email address: editors@reefencounter.org You will receive an email acknowledgment from one of the editors within a couple of days (if you don't please check back!). If you need style guidelines, take a look at recent back issues at the society's webpage www.uncwil.edu/isrs. Thank you! Kristian Teleki Maggie Watson Maria Joao Rodrigues If you are interested in joining the society and receiving Reef Encounter and the journal Coral Reefs, you can find more details on the web page. www.uncwil.edu/isrs ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Trace metals in coral Date: Wed, 26 Jun 2002 13:46:30 -0400 From: Katie Matthews To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello list members, I am interested in speaking with any labs that are currently analyzing coral skeleton for trace metals, preferably with ICP-MS (ELEMENT 2 generation or similar). I am looking for the most up-to-date information on sample preparation techniques, SRMs and detection limits (and other questions). Many thanks in advance for your time and help. You can contact me at kam2@sas.upenn.edu. Thank you, Katie Matthews Kathryn Matthews Ph.D. Student Department of Earth and Environmental Science University of Pennsylvania office: 215-573-8502 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Bleaching, or lack of.. Date: Wed, 26 Jun 2002 14:17:02 -0400 From: "Ernesto Weil" To: "Corallist" Dear colleagues, I have been monitoring SWT in the southwest coast of Puerto Rico as well as coral reefs around La Parguera for signs of bleaching. Since March, water temperature rose a bit faster compared to last year, however, it has stayed below 30 degrees (around 29) Celcius so far. No signs of bleaching (except for the usual isolated, pale colony of Millepora and Palythoa) have been observed in any reef in this area. Saludos! Ernesto Weil, Ph.D Associate Professor Dep. Marine Sciences U. of Puerto Rico PO BOX 908, Lajas PR 00667 Ph. (787) 899-2048 x. 241 Fax (787)899-5500/2630 Subject: Reef Awareness Week July 21-28, 2002 Date: Wed, 26 Jun 2002 20:21:32 -0400 From: Deevon Quirolo To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Reef Awareness Week Set for July 21–27 Reef Awareness Week, Reef Relief’s annual celebration of coral reefs, will be held the week of July 21-27th in the Florida Keys and online. This year’s theme is Celebrating the Key West Marine Park, a newly-established area on the oceanside of Key West with no motor swim lanes and vessel access lanes that provides a safe way to explore the nearshore waters of Key West. Reef Awareness Week will feature online events as well as activities throughout the Florida Keys, including the Annual Reef Relief Membership Meeting at the Casa Marina Resort on Tuesday, July 23 featuring Craig Quirolo’s State of the Reef Address on the Bahamas Coral Nursery and a talk on The Challenge to Elkhorn Coral Conservation in the Caribbean by Dr. James Porter; a luncheon talk at Cheeca Lodge by Dr. Larry Brand on Black Water event in the Keys: Will it Happen Again? on Friday, July 26; a benefit sunset sail hosted by Danger Charters; and the gala Jewel of the Sea Reef Ball featuring music and dancing on Saturday, July 27th hosted by Kelly’s Duval Beach Club in Key West. “The Florida Keys is home to the third longest coral barrier reef in the world, and the most heavily-visited. Coral reefs are important for many reasons beyond the fact that they are home to more kinds of life than any other ocean environment. In the Florida Keys, the coral reefs are essential to our commercial fishing and tourism economy, they provide habitat for many endangered species, are a barrier to storm surge and improve quality of life by providing an ocean wilderness experience. Finding ways to keep our coral reefs alive and healthy is essential to our way of life.” noted DeeVon Quirolo, Reef Relief’s Executive Director. “Reef Awareness Week gives everyone an opportunity to get involved and learn more about our coral reefs.” Reef Awareness Week is sponsored by Gulfstream International Airlines, OMI, Keys Federal Credit Union, Cove Point Foundation, Pier House, Wyndham Casa Marina Resort, Cheeca Lodge, Solares Hill Newspaper, The Reporter, Keynoter, Old Town Resorts, Banana Bay Resort, Hampton Inn Key West, Conch FM & US One Radio, Clear Channel Radio, Keys Radio Group, Pikn 102.5, Sheraton Suites, Conch House Heritage House, and Gingerbread Square Gallery. For more information, to reserve space at the luncheon or Reef Ball, or to get involved as a volunteer or a sponsor, contact Reef Relief at (305) 294-3100, email reef@bellsouth.net or online at www.reefrelief.org. Or drop by the Reef Relief Environmental Center & Gift Shop at the Historic Seaport at the foot of William Street in Key West, Fl. DeeVon Quirolo, Executive Director, Reef Relief a non-profit grassroots membership organization dedicated to Preserve and Protect Living Coral Reef Ecosystems through local, regional and international efforts. (305) 294-3100, P.O. Box 430, Key West, Fl. 33041 =========================================== Do you want to make a difference for coral reefs? With a stroke of your keyboard, you can! Join Reef Relief's E-list. It's free, it's easy. Go to our website to sign onto our mailing list. That's all it takes and you'll receive regular e-alerts with information about coral reef issues, opportunities to take action, and more..... http://www.reefrelief.org Subject: Email address of Dr. Mahmoudi Date: Sat, 29 Jun 2002 12:46:40 +0330 From: "Mohammad Reza Shokri" Organization: Angelfire (http://email.angelfire.mailcity.lycos.com:80) To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: marbio@mote.org Dear Listers, I would appreciate it if anyone can inform me of the email address of Dr. Behzad Mahmoudi probabely based in Florida Marine Research Institute. Best regards Mohamad ------------- Mohammad Reza Shokri Iranian National Center for Oceanography Living Resources Department #51, Bozorgmehr Ave., Tehran, 14168, Iran Tel: +98-21-6419891 Fax: +98-21-6419978 Email: & Is your boss reading your email? ....Probably Keep your messages private by using Lycos Mail. Sign up today at http://mail.lycos.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: % of shorelines covered by coral reefs Date: Mon, 01 Jul 2002 04:49:14 -0400 From: "Brice Quenoville" To: Hi all, I have a question that I guess does not have a straightforward answer but I will be happy even by a very gross estimation. Of the total amount of shorelines where coral reefs could be potentially found (i.e. probably the total amount of shorelines found in tropical areas), what is the percentage actually covered by coral reefs (in modern times)? Thank you very much, brice ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Barbadian reef areas Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 12:25:50 +0100 (BST) From: "Heidi S. El-Hosaini" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Listers, I am currently writing a thesis on the recovery of Diadema in the Caribbean (Barbados)... I cannot find data on the individual reef areas though... If anyone has this data can they please get in touch with me at: h.el-hosaini@uea.ac.uk, it would be a great help! I am looking for reef areas for the following reefs: - Brighton reef - Spring Garden reef - Fitts Village reef - South Bellairs reef - Greensleaves reef - Sandridge reef Preferably areas of the crest zone and the spur-and-groove zones for each of these reefs, but even the total area would be a help. Thank you! Heidi El-Hosaini ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Reefs in the Desert? Ocotillos and Salt Whips... Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 16:01:52 -0700 (PDT) From: Paula Morgan To: Brice Quenoville , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: quincy@unm.edu Greetings, Teachers in New Mexico are studying watersheds in the mountains above Albuquerque, which were once mostly covered by Oceans long ago. We realized the limestone content in the creek was probably an ancient coral reef at one time. In the deserts below Albuquerque, out into the great Chihuahuan realm, Ocotillo cactus looked like kin to soft corals. Question: is there any possibility that corals and Ocotillos could be related? Granted the Ocotillo is a plant, and the coral is a plant-like animal. But maybe the Ocotillo adapted as the Ocean receded? Thank you for any feedback, on behalf of interested teachers and students. Sincerely, Paula Morgan, Director, The Reef Ranger Project in the Virgin Islands, The River Ranger Project in New Mexico THE PLANET OCEAN RANGER PROJECT The River Rangers in New Mexico ><> <> To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi corallist members, I need some help to this question. A 'healthy coral' has enough energy to support growth and reproductive output. If the corals is now confronted by a stress (e.g. shading, increased temperature - not including tissue damage!!!), which of the processes would be cut off first due to reduced energy budget? Reproductive output? Growth? If you have any ideas, preferable with references, please, let me know! Thanks a lot for your help (again). Chris -- ><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><>><> Christiane K. Schelten Environment Department University of York York YO10 5DD England Tel: 01904-434067 Fax: 01904-432998 e-mail: cks102@york.ac.uk chris_schelten@hotmail.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: MAAs Date: Tue, 02 Jul 2002 14:04:08 -0500 From: Rogers.Johne@epamail.epa.gov To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I have begun some work with MAAs and coral symbiots and was wondering if anyone has any comments on the stability of standards and sample preparations stored in MeOH at -60 oC. Thanks for any help in advance John Rogers ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Date: Wed, 3 Jul 2002 16:33:51 +0200 From: Denis Allemand To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Our team is part of the UMR 1112 UNSA - INRA located in the University of Nice - Sophia Antipolis (France). We are working on the effect of environmental stress on symbiotic and non-symbiotic Cnidarians. Our current efforts focused on i) molecular mechanisms of Cnidarian resistance to oxidative stress; ii) interaction between host and symbionts during the adaptative response; iii) coral bleaching; iv) adaptation at the population level. A full position of Professor of Biology will be probably available in our team within the next 3 years. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist with practical experience in one of the following fields: Marine invertebrates, Symbiosis, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Cell physiology, Biochemistry of protein. This professor will conduct interactive work with other fellows of our research group and will teach in french General Biology and Population Genetics.To postulate, candidates should have an experience in research direction. Candidates are encouraged to send their curriculum vitae, list of publications and 1 or 2 reference letters to: Professor Denis Allemand UMR 1112 INRA - Universit=E9 de Nice Sophia Antipolis "R=E9ponse des Organismes aux Stress Environnementaux" =46acult=E9 des Sciences - Parc Valrose =46-06108 NICE Cedex 2 Tel. : (33) 04 92 07 68 43 =46ax. : (33) 04 92 07 65 63 E-mail: allemand@unice.fr Web : www.unice.fr ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Bleaching: Alerts Date: Wed, 03 Jul 2002 15:29:15 -0400 From: "Alan E Strong" To: Coral-list , "Roger B. Griffis" , Jim Hendee , "Dr. Ove Hoegh-Guldberg" , Terry Done , Ray Berkelmans , Peter J Mumby NOTICE: As we continue to move towards what is looking to be a weak El Nino, there are two regions of the coral world that probably require our attention regarding mass bleaching events: NOTE: http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/coral_bleaching_index.html The Gulf of Oman is very hot at present. This hot water is mostly centred near Muscat and those reefs within 100 km of Muscat are currently experiencing a HotSpot of 2 deg C and a DHW or 8 to 9 (Degree Heating Weeks). This is DHW is second only to 1998 when it managed to get up to 16 at the same time of the year. The effect of the tongue of hot water extending westward along the equator from South America (a typical ENSO signal) is creating a potentially problematic situation in the western central Pacific, where the lower half of the Kingsmill Group (south west of the Gilbert Islands and in Kiribati) is currently experiencing a HotSpot of 1.25 deg C and has already accumulated a DHW of 11. This tongue of hot water is causing some concern for many reef regions right along its path. For example Howland and Baker Islands have a HotSpot value of 1.25 deg C and have accumulated a DHW of 8, whereas Kiritmati has a HotSpot value of 0.5 and has accumulated a DHW of 9. These values are also repeated at various sites along the equator between these locations. Cheers/Regrets, William Skirving Al Strong NOAA's Coral Reef Watch Program -- **** <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* Alan E. Strong Team Leader, Marine Applications Science Team (MAST) Coral Reef Watch Project Coordinator Phys Scientist/Oceanographer NOAA/NESDIS/ORA/ORAD -- E/RA3 NOAA Science Center -- RM 711W 5200 Auth Road Camp Springs, MD 20746-4304 Alan.E.Strong@noaa.gov 301-763-8102 x170 FAX: 301-763-8572 http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad --------------------------------------------------------------------- Alan E. Strong, Ph. D. Oceanographer/Team Leader NOAA/NESDIS/ORA Oceanic Research & Applications Division Alan E. Strong, Ph. D. Oceanographer/Team Leader NOAA/NESDIS/ORA Oceanic Research & Applications Division NOAA Science Center 5200 Auth Road Cellular: 443-822-3668 Camp Springs Fax: 301-763-8108 MD Work: 301-763-8102 x170 20746 USA Additional Information: Last Name Strong First Name Alan E. Version 2.1 Subject: Work in Saudi Arabia Date: Sun, 07 Jul 2002 12:52:07 +0300 From: "Yusef H. Fadlalla" To: Coral List Looking for a marine ecologist/coral reef specialists who may be interested in short-term (several months-2 years) contract work in Saudi Arabia, specifically in the Arabian Gulf but possibly in the Red Sea as well. Candidates should have a PhD (preferable) in a related discipline. Contract research and project management experience, including study design and technical proposal and report writing, is essential. Area of applied research preferred includes marine habitat (coral reefs, mangroves, seagrasses) monitoring, baseline surveys, and environmental impact assessment. Diving experience is strongly recommended. Long-term employment for the same position will be considered. Positions for research technicians (BSc) in the same field are also available. Please send correspondence and CV through email directly to: Yusef Fadlallah, Ph.D. Center for Environment and Water Research Institute King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals Dhahran 31261 Saudi Arabia Email: yfadlal@kfupm.edu.sa Tel: +966-3-860-3237 Fax: +966-3-860-3220 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Looking for Dr. John Miller & Coral Reef Movies for CIRCoP Date: Sun, 7 Jul 2002 19:16:34 +0200 From: "Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert" Organization: CIRCoP.com To: "Coral List" Dear All CIRCoP is looking for Underwater Movies to show, and especially Movies about Coral Reefs. We had the info about a stunning movie owned by Dr. John Miller. But we don't know how to contact him (somewhere in Scrippts Institute of Oceanology in California or at Florida University ?) Thanks for any info about him. By the way, if you have a movie about Coral Reefs that you would like to show during CIRCoP (International Coral Reef Conferences of Paris), please contact me. Best Regards Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert CIRCoP Project Director http://www.circop.com, to Enjoy Great Protected Coral Reefs Official CIRCoP Partners : VediorBis - Paris Int'l Dive Show - Nicolas Hulot Foundation - Playstation 2 Subject: NCORE Conference Open to All - July 23 & 24/02 Date: Mon, 8 Jul 2002 11:21:05 -0400 From: "Robin Fortuna" To: , , Subject: ring-shaped lesions on A. palmata Date: Mon, 08 Jul 2002 15:13:18 -0400 From: "Dana Williams" Organization: RSMAS/CIMAS To: coral list CC: James D Williams , Strawn Toler , Dan Davis Coral-Listers, At Molasses Reef in the Florida Keys, I recently observed a patch of approximately 15 Acropora palmata colonies which had numerous ring-shaped lesions, only 2 or 3 smaller colonies in this patch were lacking these distinct “rings”. Scars that were identical in appearance were photographed by Margaret Miller on one or two A. palmata colonies as well as some Millepora complanata in August 1999 at Pickles Reef (several miles south of Molasses Reef). Figures of these scars and additional observations can be viewed at: http://www.sefsc.noaa.gov/REEFNEW/coral_reef.htm (click on the link at the top of the page, "ring-shaped scars on Acropora palmata from Molasses Reef") These colonies are being monitored to determine the fate of these lesions but I would appreciate any insight into the cause of these marks and the prognosis for the affected colonies. Dana -- Dana E. Williams, Ph.D. Post Doctoral Associate National Marine Fisheries Service 75 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami FL 33149 (305) 361-4569 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: The Moonwrasse Program Date: Tue, 9 Jul 2002 11:30:52 +0100 From: "William Templeman" To: I would like to announce the imminent launch of an environmental organisation whose aim it is to protect the coral reef in areas where it is under threat from intensive diving and tourism. Moonwrasse will be encouraging dive operators to adopt an environmental code of practice to prevent actions such as the use of anchors over reefs, 'curio' collecting and ensure proper streamlining and weighting of divers. We will also be developing an educational programme aimed at fostering an interest in ecology in those that already dive which will solicit support for current environmental initiatives and hopefully lead to new ones being developed. We would be grateful for any input into this programme and if you would like some further information please email moonwrasse2001@yahoo.co.uk As we will be a membership organisation we hope to link those of our members who wish to get involved with research programmes with institutions that require voluntary support. If your organisation fits into this criteria please let us know and we would be happy to act as a go-between. Yours sincerely William Templeman Subject: C-NAV / AIMS Date: Tue, 09 Jul 2002 21:26:18 +0800 From: donbjr To: Coral-L Hello Coral-L, Anyone having problems in loading AIMS "C-NAV???" I seem to be able to load on my reg. big PC..but not/nada my field notebook PC. I keep getting the "This program has performed an illegal operation and will be shut down" on a Netscape mini-window. Why on earth would AIMS decide to use 'Netscape' as a base ops program at all? Why not their own program? If this is the case, perhaps I should simply write my own program then ...if I have all the Photos, etc.? Any thoughts about my useless "C-Nav?" Sorry...not willing to lug my big PC out to the field.................:) And...I do not use Netscape as my dedicated Browser since MSN became so much better.... Maybe MS has a way to cause problems with "C-NAV?" And...I have eliminated ALL prior Netscape programs & Quicktime from my notebook... The PC shop says to reformat my HD!!!! No Way!!!!! Not for 50.00$AusD..... Cheers, Don Subject: Environmental Specialist Position Date: Tue, 9 Jul 2002 17:49:36 -0400 From: "Roberts, Stacy B." To: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking applicants for an Environmental Specialist III position in the Joint Coastal Permitting Section of the Bureau of Beaches and Wetland Resources. The position description and contact information is given below: JOA #: 02- 239 Posting Date: July 8, 2002 24-Hour Job Line 850/487-0436 OPEN COMPETITIVE TITLE: Environmental Specialist III (4812) POSITION #: 10958 LOCATION: Tallahassee (LEON) PAY GRADE: 024 PAY RANGE: $3,137.12 to $5,259.79 MONTHLY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciences or engineering and three years of professional experience in environmental protection, regulation or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or engineering; or A master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the physical or natural sciences or engineering and two years of professional experience as described above; or A doctorate from an accredited college or university in one of the physical or natural sciences or engineering; or Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida. Professional experience in environmental protection, regulation or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or engineering can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Maintain a valid driver's license, operate a vehicle and open-water SCUBA certification. SPECIAL NOTE: This is a time Limited position while the incumbent is on active military duty. APPLY TO: Martin Seeling, Environmental Administrator 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard Room 192 Mail Station 300 Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000 (850) 487-4471 ext 104 SunCom 277-4471 ext 104 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES: The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct the review of applications for Joint Coastal Permits (JCP), Environmental Resources Permits (ERP), Wetland Resource Permits (WRP), and authorizations to use sovereign submerged lands for coastal construction activities, including beach nourishment, maintenance dredging of shipping channels, and public fishing piers. This requires a background in marine biology and SCUBA certification. Experience in permit processing is preferred. REQUIRED-ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL(s) & ABILITIES: Knowledge and skill in marine or estuarine ecology. Ability to process permit applications according to statutes, rules, and procedures. Ability to meet statutory time clocks and internal deadlines. Ability to collect, analyze, evaluate, and interpret scientific and technical data. Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to plan and conduct field inspections. Ability to prepare technical reports. Knowledge of personal computers. Ability to use software for word processing and GIS. Ability to travel, including single and multi-day trips. Skill in driving a car and SCUBA diving; and ability to maintain a valid driver's license and open-water SCUBA certification. Ability to understand and implement Florida's water quality standards. ***************************************************************************** ******************************************************** NOTE: Males 18-26 years of age who are or were required to register with the U. S. Selective Service and have not done so are ineligible for employment or promotion. NOTE: New hires are normally at base of salary range. To apply, submit a State of Florida Employment Application to the individual whose name appears above by the application deadline date of: JULY 22, 2002 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: CanAmerica'sGroupersBeSaved? Date: Wed, 10 Jul 2002 12:32:42 -0400 From: Alexander Stone Reply-To: a_stone@reefkeeper.org Organization: ReefKeeper International To: info@reefguardian.org ****************************************** * R E E F D I S P A T C H * * July, 2002 * * _____________________________________ * * ARE WE GOING TO LET * * AMERICA'S GROUPERS * * BE DRIVEN TO EXTINCTION? * ****************************************** A Periodic Inside Look at a Coral Reef Issue from Alexander Stone, ReefGuardian International Director __________________________________________________ Dear Friend of Reef Fish: America's groupers are in deep trouble. And I'm writing to ask you to help pull them out by signing on to ReefGuardian International's Save Our Groupers petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/PetitionGRP.html Practically all grouper species for which usable data is available are officially recognized to be in BIG trouble. Three federal regional fishery management councils are responsible for 15 grouper species in the Gulf of Mexico, South Atlantic, and U.S. Caribbean. Of those 15 managed species, TEN have been designated "vulnerable to extinction" by the American Fisheries Society. And red grouper may not be considered vulnerable to extinction (yet) but it IS classified in one or more regions as overfished. In fact, ONLY 4 of the 15 managed grouper species (misty grouper, yellowfin grouper, red hind and rock hind) are not known to be in serious decline in one region or another -- and that may be simply because enough data is not available yet! Is it any wonder then that Goliath grouper and Nassau grouper stocks show no signs of recovery after years of supposed "rebuilding"? That Gulf of Mexico male gag groupers are down to 1% of the population? Or that grouper catches continue to plummet dramatically in the U.S. Caribbean? Bottom line, the future looks REALLY BLEAK for America's groupers -- unless something is done soon. And that's where you and I come in by signing on to ReefGuardian International's Save Our Groupers petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/PetitionGRP.html The numbers of groupers being taken has got to be reduced -- so ReefGuardian has formally asked for at least 10% to 20% reductions in the Total Allowable Catch of these key reef fish. Groupers have to be given a chance to reproduce, or else their populations are never going to recover -- so ReefGuardian has formally asked for 2-month spawning season closures and site-specific spawning aggregation protection for each grouper species. And the most seriously depleted stocks need to be left alone to recover -- so ReefGuardian has formally asked for continuation of existing no-take protections for goliath groupers, Nassau groupers, and Gulf male gag groupers. Our formal requests are now before the Regional Fishery Management Councils for the Gulf of Mexico, South Atlantic, and U.S. Caribbean. And ReefGuardian Conservation Associates are working hard to convince Council members to approve our requests. But those decision-makers also need to hear from you. If you believe, as we do, that there can be NO EXCUSE for driving America's groupers to extinction, let federal regulators know by signing on to ReefGuardian International's Save Our Groupers petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/PetitionGRP.html We'll submit your petition to all 3 Councils and keep the pressure on to save America's groupers. But please sign on to the petition now -- while we still have a chance to turn things around. Thanks for caring, Alexander Stone Executive Director ReefGuardian International *************************** http://www.reefguardian.org *************************** For more information on the status of America's groupers, go to: http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/MoreInfoGRP.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Postdoctoral Fellowships Date: Wed, 10 Jul 2002 12:33:20 -0400 From: Dennis Hanisak To: "'coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" Postdoctoral Fellowships at Harbor Branch Five eighteen-month postdoctoral fellowships are offered at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution in the following areas: aquaculture, biomedical marine research, marine biology/biological oceanography, marine mammal research, and ocean engineering. Application deadline for the 2003-2004 fellowships is September 9, 2002. Positions start January 1, 2003. Information and application material can be found at: http://www.hbeducation.org/pro.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Zoanthid Taxonomic Keys Date: Wed, 10 Jul 2002 14:21:05 -0400 From: "Sam Jones" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Colleagues, Can anyone recommend a taxonomic key or other sources for the identification of zoanthids (Order Zoanthidea) ? Despite several literature searches, I have been unable to locate such a guide. Thank you in advance, Sam Jones Manager, Ex Situ Coral Conservation Research Laboratory Wildlife Conservation Society The New York Aquarium Osborn Laboratories of Marine Sciences Boardwalk at West 8th St. Brooklyn, NY 11224 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: GBR Bleaching - final summary Date: Fri, 12 Jul 2002 01:00:50 +1000 From: Paul Marshall To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, acrs-list@jcu.edu.au Dear colleagues Most of you will be aware the Great Barrier reef experienced a mass coral bleaching event early this year. This event was more severe than the event of 1998. This makes the bleaching event of 2002 the worst ever recorded for the GBR. In response to this event, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority implemented a comprehensive survey of coral bleaching in collaboration with AIMS, CRC Reef and NOAA. A summary of this program and an overview of the bleaching event is now available on the GBRMPA web site (under "Hot Topics"): http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/ Below is a brief summary of the results of the program: * Underwater surveys found that few reefs had completely escaped the effects of coral bleaching. However, the majority of reefs appear likely to survive the bleaching event with only minimal coral death. Extensive mortality was recorded on only a few of the inshore reefs surveyed, where up to 90% of corals were dead. * The first signs of substantial bleaching were reported in January 2002. The worst of the bleaching event was over by April 2002. * Aerial surveys found that coral bleaching was evident from the air at almost 60% of the 641 reefs surveyed. Inshore reefs were more severely affected by bleaching, as was the case in 1998. However, in 2002 many offshore reefs were also affected. * The effects of bleaching were highly variable, varying from negligible to severe, even between reefs that were similar distances offshore. Bleaching was generally most severe in shallower water, and strong patterns of species susceptibilities were generally evident across the sites surveyed. * Further surveys are planned for later in 2002 when the fate of corals that bleached during the Summer will be studied further. * Should warm water events increase in severity, duration, or frequency in the future, coral bleaching is likely to become increasingly severe on the GBR. We are continuing to analyse and interpret data collected from this event and will add additional information as it becomes available. We would like to offer special thanks to our partners in this monitoring program, especially NOAA, AIMS and the CRC Reef, and to the many individuals who submitted bleaching reports to our Online Bleaching Reporting Program. regards Paul Marshall Research & Monitoring Coordination Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: ring-shaped lesions on A. palmata Date: Thu, 11 Jul 2002 10:56:38 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: "'Dana Williams'" , coral list CC: James D Williams , Strawn Toler , Dan Davis Dana: I cannot access the web page you posted and so I have not seen your photos, but it sounds like the response to spot biting by the yellowtail damselfish (Microspathodon chrysurus). These are typically white in color, circular and about the size of a US half dollar coin. They generally heal with time. You may want to contact Andy Bruckner for more info. cheers, Bill William F. Precht, P.G. Ecological Sciences Program Manager PBS&J 2001 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172 305-592-7275 fax:305-594-9574 1-800-597-7275 bprecht@pbsj.com -----Original Message----- From: Dana Williams [mailto:Dana.Williams@noaa.gov] Sent: Monday, July 08, 2002 3:13 PM To: coral list Cc: James D Williams; Strawn Toler; Dan Davis Subject: ring-shaped lesions on A. palmata Coral-Listers, At Molasses Reef in the Florida Keys, I recently observed a patch of approximately 15 Acropora palmata colonies which had numerous ring-shaped lesions, only 2 or 3 smaller colonies in this patch were lacking these distinct "rings". Scars that were identical in appearance were photographed by Margaret Miller on one or two A. palmata colonies as well as some Millepora complanata in August 1999 at Pickles Reef (several miles south of Molasses Reef). Figures of these scars and additional observations can be viewed at: http://www.sefsc.noaa.gov/REEFNEW/coral_reef.htm (click on the link at the top of the page, "ring-shaped scars on Acropora palmata from Molasses Reef") These colonies are being monitored to determine the fate of these lesions but I would appreciate any insight into the cause of these marks and the prognosis for the affected colonies. Dana -- Dana E. Williams, Ph.D. Post Doctoral Associate National Marine Fisheries Service 75 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami FL 33149 (305) 361-4569 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Sand Production on Carbonate Coasts Date: Thu, 11 Jul 2002 11:55:41 -1000 From: Chip Fletcher To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Aloha Reef Colleague, The next "Coastal Sediments" research conference is scheduled for May, 2003 in Clearwater Beach, Florida. A number of significant technical sessions are planned in all aspects of coastal sediment processes. This is a special appeal to the small subset of you that study carbonate sediment. Please consider submitting an abstract of your research for the Technical Session "Sand Production on Carbonate Coasts". Papers covering all aspects of carbonate sediment budgets a (sand production, flux, storage and fate) are invited. Carbonate sand history is uniquely traceable through various tools such as radiocarbon dating, isotopic measurements and of course linkages to original biologic production rates. We would like to hear about your research in these areas. Abstracts are due September 01, 2002. Details of the meeting can be found at http://www.coastalsediments.net/ Chip Fletcher Professor University of Hawaii Department of Geology and Geophysics http://www.soest.hawaii.edu/coasts/cgg_main.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: White pox disease Date: Fri, 12 Jul 2002 10:52:08 -0400 From: Gene Shinn To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov For those of you interested in the recent media hoopla over the bacteria Serratia marcescens causing white pox in Acropora palmata may enjoy the background of this common microbe. It is described at the following website. http://commtechlab.msu.edu/sites/dlc-me/zoo/microbes/serratia.html ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/ | E. A. Shinn email eshinn@usgs.gov USGS Center for Coastal Geology | 600 4th St. South | voice (727) 803-8747 x3030 St.Petersburg, FL 33701 | fax (727) 803-2032 ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: A palmata rings/new website Date: Fri, 12 Jul 2002 11:36:59 -0400 From: "Dana Williams" Organization: RSMAS/CIMAS To: coral list Hi all- The link to the images I mentioned before has changed: http://199.242.233.4/HTMLdocs/MolassesReef.htm The Southeast Fisheries Science Center launched its new website (http://www.sefsc.noaa.gov/) yesterday making the old link invalid... sorry for the inconvenience and hopefully there will be no difficulties with the new link. Also- a second survey of the rings on Wednesday showed that some seemed to have disappeared (recovered normal color) and new ones have formed, possibly supporting the diagnosis of "Ring-Bleaching" as suggested by Andy Bruckner and Jaime Garzon Ferreria, and documented by Kobluk and Lysenko (Bull Mar Sci, 541(1):142-150) in Bonaire 1992. Dana -- Dana E. Williams, Ph.D. Post Doctoral Associate National Marine Fisheries Service 75 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami FL 33149 (305) 361-4569 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Microbial diseases of corals and global warming Date: Sun, 14 Jul 2002 08:24:10 -0700 (PDT) From: Yael Ben-Haim To: coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Listers: To those of you interested, our new minireview paper "Microbial diseases of corals and global warming", by Eugene Rosenberg and Yael Ben-Haim has been published (Environmental Microbiology 4(6):318-326), and can be read at the following link: http://www.blackwell-science.com/products/journals/freepdf/rosenberg.pdf Best Regards, Yael Ben-Haim Dept. of Molecular Microbiology and Biotechnology Tel-Aviv University Israel Tel: (972) 3 6407627 Fax:(972) 3 6429377 additional e-mail: yaelbh@post.tau.ac.il ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Autos - Get free new car price quotes Subject: Monitoring and management Date: Mon, 15 Jul 2002 17:35:25 +1000 From: Clive Wilkinson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov ITMEMS 2 - November 2002. Dear Coralisters, There will be a session on 'Monitoring to Facilitate Successful Management' at ITMEMS 2 (International Marine Ecosystems Management Symposium) 25 to 29 November 2002 in Manila. Do you have any good case studies to discuss during a full day workshop. We are planning to discuss 2 sub-themes and also need people to serve on 2 panels for: 1. Case studies of coastal resource monitoring aiding resource management (both positive and negative examples would be valuable); and 2. Information and data provided to resource managers by different methods and protocols for coral reef monitoring. Do you have any examples of 1. How your monitoring program has assisted in management of an MPA (or been ignored by the managers with possible poor consequences); and for 2. What data the different methods of monitoring provide e.g. levels of reliability, accuracy, costs and benefits, amount of training required etc. Please provide a brief description to aid in setting up the programs. We will be seeking funds to ensure that some people can attend. Cheers Clive ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< Clive Wilkinson, Coordinator Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network c/o Australian Institute of Marine Science Tel: +61 7 4729 8452 or 4772 4314; Fax: +61 7 4729 8499 ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Position Available: NCORE Asst. Scientist Date: Tue, 16 Jul 2002 15:29:47 -0400 From: "Cara Dickman" To: Title: Assistant Scientist, The National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE), Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science, Univ. of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Cswy., Miami, FL 33149 Qualifications: Ph.D. in Earth Science and at least 1 year of work experience. Field sampling experience required. Must have outstanding communication skills. Tasks: Successful candidate will support research activities of NCORE under the direction of the Center Director. S/He will assist the Director with all aspects of Center operations including proposal development for both governmental and non-governmental funding sources. S/He will serve as Quality Assurance/ Quality Control (QA/QC) Officer for all EPA funded Center research. Liaise with EPA Project Officer. Draft and approve QA/QC Plans of principle investigators, conduct site visits and reviews of on-going research to guarantee compliance with EPA rules and regulations. Supervise Center employees. Write and/or compile all reports and proposal addenda related to EPA funded research projects. Coordinate with University officials to maintain the Center’s budget and ensure that stipulations controlling the allocation of funds for research are satisfied. Plan and coordinate all aspects of international coral reef science & management workshops hosted by the center, including the production and distribution of meeting findings and recommendations. Represent the Center at international meetings in lieu of the Center Director. Communicate the Center’s positions on coral reef science and management issues to funding and regulatory agencies and the scientific community. Deliver lectures to scientific audiences and the public on coral reef issues. Participate in occasional field work. Successful candidate will be encouraged to author scientific publications. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Contact: Dr. John McManus, 305.361.4824, NCORE – The National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research, Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science, Univ. of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami, Florida 33149. Fax: 305.361.4910. Email: cdickman@rsmas.miami.edu and jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu. ANNOUNCEMENT PERIOD: 07/12/02 to 07/26/02. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Position Available: NCORE Asst. Scientist Date: Wed, 17 Jul 2002 02:26:11 -0700 (PDT) From: Tom Williams To: Cara Dickman , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Ms. Dickman and J.McManus I am responding to your advert. below for a position in Florida. I have attached my general resume and if needed I can provide a more marine benthos oriented resume, especially for Foraminifera. I have no direct experience in the Caribbean and most experience is in California, Central/West Texas coast, SE Asia, Korea, China/HK,Sri Lanka, Red Sea and now Arab/Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman. I am presently employed in Dubai on the Palm Island project. I have been planning on returning to the US for family reasons. Thank You for your consideration. Dr. Tom Williams 971-50-553-7217 971-4-399-1400 ctwiliams@yahoo.com --- Cara Dickman wrote: Title: Assistant Scientist, The National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE), Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science, Univ. of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Cswy., Miami, FL 33149 Qualifications: Ph.D. in Earth Science and at least 1 year of work experience. Field sampling experience required. Must have outstanding communication skills. Tasks: Successful candidate will support research activities of NCORE under the direction of the Center Director. S/He will assist the Director with all aspects of Center operations including proposal development for both governmental and non-governmental funding sources. S/He will serve as Quality Assurance/ Quality Control (QA/QC) Officer for all EPA funded Center research. Liaise with EPA Project Officer. Draft and approve QA/QC Plans of principle investigators, conduct site visits and reviews of on-going research to guarantee compliance with EPA rules and regulations. Supervise Center employees. Write and/or compile all reports and proposal addenda related to EPA funded research projects. Coordinate with University officials to maintain the Center’s budget and ensure that stipulations controlling the allocation of funds for research are satisfied. Plan and coordinate all aspects of international coral reef science & management workshops hosted by the center, including the production and distribution of meeting findings and recommendations. Represent the Center at international meetings in lieu of the Center Director. Communicate the Center’s positions on coral reef science and management issues to funding and regulatory agencies and the scientific community. Deliver lectures to scientific audiences and the public on coral reef issues. Participate in occasional field work. Successful candidate will be encouraged to author scientific publications. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Contact: Dr. John McManus, 305.361.4824, NCORE – The National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research, Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science, Univ. of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami, Florida 33149. Fax: 305.361.4910 ANNOUNCEMENT PERIOD: 07/12/02 to 07/26/02. __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Autos - Get free new car price quotes http://autos.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: rain tropical forest, mangrove, coral reef: productivity comparison Date: Wed, 17 Jul 2002 20:16:05 +0200 From: "Salva" To: Dear Coral listers, I am a Spanish zoologician currently preparing a divulgative conference regarding my experience in 3 tropical fotosynthesis-fuelled ecosystems in Chiapas (South Mexico): rain tropical forest, mangrove and coral reef. In order to complement my talk I am searching for a paper comparing the productivity and overall structure of the 3 ecosystems. Please any biblio reference will be invaluable. Many thanks. Salva Salvador Herrando-Pérez Biólogo, MPhil BSc Narrador literario DOMICILIO C/ Padre Jofre 19,piso 3, pta 7 12006 Castellón de la Plana ESPAÑA Teléfonos: (34) 964 038845 / (34) 657 787340 Mail: salherra@ono.com / salherra@ctv.es / salherra@ull.es Subject: Doctoral Fellowships at Lizard Island, Australia Date: Thu, 18 Jul 2002 14:41:42 +1000 From: "Lizard Island Research Station" Reply-To: "Lizard Island Research Station" To: "Coral - List" , "ACRS- List" Lizard Island Doctoral Fellowships Applications are invited for the 2003 Lizard Island Doctoral Fellowships from people who are enrolled, or are about to become enrolled, Subject: caribbean coral reefs locations Date: Thu, 18 Jul 2002 09:13:09 +0200 (CEST) From: Ivannah POTTIER To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: coral protein estimation Date: Sat, 20 Jul 2002 16:56:30 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "Coral-List" Dear all, In Battey and Porter (1988) who work on Montastrea annularis protein contents, B. Chalker suggests that the bovin serum albumin they have used as standard underestimates protein per unit area by 33 %, but no other explanations must be added. Because I use the BSA as a standard too, any informations would be very appreciated. Many thanks for your help. Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm Subject: Images for Reef Check's Five Year Report Date: Tue, 23 Jul 2002 13:15:40 -0700 From: Reef Check Headquarters To: owner-coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov Hello all, Wondering if anyone happens to have the following images in a resolution of at least 300dpi and larger then 2" x 2" in size?? Sea Cucumber Flamingo Tongue Triton These will be used in Reef Check's five year report entitled "The Global Coral Reef Crisis: Five Years of Reef Check." This will be released this fall and distributed globally. Of course, the photographer will be credited for their photo. These images are needed ASAP, so please contact me immediately if you have images that we could use. Hope you are having a great day! Kelly ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Kelly McGee Outreach Coordinator Reef Check Headquarters Institute of the Environment 1362 Hershey Hall, Box 951496 University of California at Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 USA 1-310-794-4985 (phone) 1-310-825-0758 (fax) rcheck2@ucla.edu www.reefcheck.org Starfish are falling stars who have landed in the sea ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Facilities Technician Position, Bahamas Date: Wed, 24 Jul 2002 13:00:24 -0400 From: CMRC Human Resources To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Facilities Technician Resident position for remote marine research center in Exuma, Bahamas, operated by US non-profit organization. Responsible for facility maintenance, including generators, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, R/O systems, small pumps & motors, heavy equipment and construction. Boating, outboards, project management and computer skills a plus. Competitive compensation package includes housing, utilities, travel, relocation, medical, retirement and other benefits. Submit resume to: hr@cmrc.org, or fax to 561-741-0193 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: A Possible Threat to the Marine Environment of Dominica Date: Wed, 24 Jul 2002 22:48:07 EDT From: MFrost9133@aol.com To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I have received permission from Alan Lowe to list this letter of concern dated January 22, 2002. I worked with Alan Lowe when I participated in a project in June of 2000 in Dominica. At that time he was leading the work at Applied Marine Technologies. I was a member of a project cosponsored by CEDAM and AMT. We placed two artificial reef balls offshore of Dominica and started 15 local species of coral on one reef ball while leaving the other alone. The coral specimens had been propagated by a cloning procedure patented by Alan Lowe. A year later, in June of 2001, there had been healthy growth of the propagated corals. I have been in correspondence with Alan Lowe during the past year and am concerned about the conditions at AMT. I am hoping that someone reading this notice can suggest some action which would check out the conditions at present. Mary Lou Frost * * * * * * * Notice of Environmental Concern regarding Applied Marine Technologies Limited January 22, 2002 by Alan Lowe I Alan Lowe am the inventor of the technology used to propagate coral at AMT. I am also the architect for the pumping systems used at AMT. As inventor and designer I have first hand knowledge of the proper method of operation of the environmental safety constraints at the facility. I am writing this letter because I have great concerns about the current management at AMT with sole respect to their ability to properly operate the systems while keeping the environment the first and uttermost concern. I traveled to the United States on December 21, 2001 and returned to Dominica on January 15, 2002. On the evening of January 15, 2002 a group of people took control of the facility on the orders of the lead investor. I personally know the lead investor and I can attest that he has no knowledge of the proper operation of the facility. Under his direction several former employees were rehired to operate the farm. As I am familiar with all employees I can state that I do not believe any of these employees have adequate knowledge of the proper operation of the facility. The equipment that guards the safety of the Dominican environment must be kept in perfect working order to ensure no foreign corals or other organisms are allowed to enter the natural environment. My observations of the facility lead me to believe that all of the environmental protection devices are not in operation with the possible exception of the Ultra Violet light sterilizers. (Please note that the UV sterilizers do not sterilize the return to the environment effluent water but only treat that water leaving the propagation tanks and returning to the large pools.) Not in operation according to my observations as of 1/27/2002 are: 1. The effluent water ozone device 2. The fresh water mixer that dramatically reduces the salinity of the effluent water causing cellular osmotic shock to salt water creatures 3. The containment of the non-indigenous corals has been breech by intermingled use of hoses and bucketing of water from the containment tanks to the rest of the system. Currently visible in the regular system is a flat worm that I believe is known as Convolutriloba retrogemma. This I have strong belief is an Indonesian flat worm. I have been told it is now throughout the system. I Alan Lowe can no longer be affiliated with AMT. I essentially have not had any say in the day to day operation of the facility since December 2001. At this time I am unsure of the safety of the natural environment and as a strong urgent suggestion and environmental precaution, I would suggest that the entire system be shut down and all tanks, hoses, pipes and pools be sterilized to ensure the containment of the flat worms and any other non-indigenous but yet unseen creatures which may have been allowed to contaminate the entire system. It should be noted that if my identification of the flat worms is correct they can quickly bloom into tremendous numbers a nd they contain a chemical that makes them toxic to predators. Since they may be foreign to Dominica this should cause great environmental concern. Signed Alan Lowe CDOM1@aol.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: A Possible Threat to the Marine Environment of Dominica Date: Wed, 24 Jul 2002 23:26:44 EDT From: EricHugo@aol.com To: MFrost9133@aol.com, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, John_Field@FWS.GOV, Andy.Bruckner@noaa.gov Mary Lou, Alan, and list: Having just returned from Dominica and doing surveys in the field and speaking with staff, governing bodies, and visiting the facility with John Fields and Andy Bruckner, I can assure interested parties that we will be in communication with each other about this post and will make another post to the list very soon. A report to the facility and to the Dominican government is in progress. It should be noted, however, that there is apparently an extensive amount of"bad blood" between Mr. Lowe and the current interested parties. The Indo-Pacific corals that remain at the facility were scheduled to be exported from Dominica, if they have not already been sent. Those corals were also in separate systems from any Caribbean corals, all Dominican collected to our knowledge, with no mixing of water to the other systems or the coastal area, and there were no plans to continue any holding of I-P corals for any purpose in the future. While our field surveys were not exhaustive, they were extensive around the area, and we saw no evidence of I-P introductions, including flatworms. C. retrogramma was also not notably present in any of the systems, and we examined many of the tanks closely, including substrates and corals. This does not mean that they were not in the systems, nor does it mean introduction of this organism, or any other, including microbes, has not happened. But if any introductions have occurred, it would be nearly impossible in my mind to assert responsibility to either Mr. Lowe's term with the facility or the current operating body. The current owners and staff are eager to work with all appropriate bodies in its proper opertion, and I feel comfortable saying that all current and any future efforts by that facility will hopefully address these issues of concern. We saw no evidence of any danger to the Dominican environment resulting from the current operation of that facility, potential improvements notwithstanding. Furthermore, we saw no evidence of any unique or special cloning procedure that could be constured as advanced technology or proprietary, except perhaps for the X-shape of the substrate used for fragment attachement. The corals present in the systems, including ones that were "cloned" during Mr. Lowe's tenure, and being propagated were simply mechanically fragmented and affixed to an artifical substrate using glue or ties for grow out - the same method that thousands of aquarists use on a daily basis. Eric Hugo Borneman University of Houston Department of Biology and Biochemistry Division of Ecology and Evolution Houston TX 77204 EBorneman@uh.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: tidal effects on nutrients in coral reefs ?? Date: Thu, 25 Jul 2002 09:27:31 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "Coral-List" Hi coral-lister, Sorry to disturb the unconcerned people. One point of my thesis is to see the effect of the tide on the water chemistry (pH, alkalinity, salinity, nutrients, organic matter content) in our reefs in Reunion Island. And the problem is that I have very difficuties to find some references on this subject. Any references or reprints on this kind would be very nice. I hope you'l have a great nice day, and many thanks for your help. Best regards, Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm Subject: moray eels density Date: Thu, 25 Jul 2002 14:34:43 +0000 From: Marianne Gilbert To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Hello listers, I am currently writing up my Masters' project on moray eel ecology and habitat use in Barbados. I am trying to find more density estimates for species of morays from the Caribbean and a description of the habitat and how these densities were obtained for comparative purposes. Morays are often thought to be hard to census and when they are, they usually appear to be underestimated. For this reason, many censuses that recorded several species tend to exclude morays from papers or they are lumped with other species making it hard to find density estimates from UVCs in the literature. Also, rotenone samples are often taken but without mention of the total area sampled, therefore not providing density measures. However, I would still be interested in getting estimates of abundance from such method, especially if the approximate area sampled is known. Please reply to me directly at marianne2@ekno.com if you have such data and would be willing to share them. That would be a great help! Thanks, Marianne Marianne Gilbert MSc Student ><> Department of Biology McGill University Now back from Barbados! <>>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Post-doc/research tech position at UVI Date: Thu, 25 Jul 2002 11:12:27 -0400 From: "Donna Nemeth" To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Please reply directly to Dr. Richard Nemeth as indicated below: Postdoctoral and Research Technician Positions Available with the University of the Virgin Islands, Center for Marine and Environmental Studies, St. Thomas, USVI Project Description The University of the Virgin Islands’ Center for Marine and Environmental Studies is conducting a study of grouper spawning aggregations around the Virgin Islands. Spawning aggregation sites are typically located within a few kilometers of the southern or northern edge of the insular platform along well-developed deep coral reefs (20 to 45 m). One aggregation site under study has been protected from fishing for over 10 years and has shown dramatic improvement in the number and size of spawning red hind (Epinephelus guttatus). A second spawning aggregation site to be evaluated is used by yellowfin (Mycteroperca venenosa) and possibly Nassau (E. striatus) groupers. This site has been heavily fished but is being considered for closure. The objectives of this research will be to: 1) locate the primary spawning aggregation sites of several grouper species inside and outside protected areas, 2) establish baseline breeding population parameters (i.e. spawning density, breeding population size structure, sex ratios), 3) document movement patterns of the breeding population through telemetry and anchor tagging studies, 4) conduct a tag retention study, and 5) characterize the physical and biological features of primary grouper spawning habitats and other coral reef areas using video transects and other methods. Location: St. Thomas, USVI Application Due: August 15, 2002 Start Date: September 1, 2002 or until filled Duration: 18 months for post doc and 12 months for res. tech. (Both positions may be extended depending upon the availability of funding). Annual Compensation: Post-doc ($30,000), Research Technician ($24,000) Qualifications Post-doc: Completed Ph.D. in marine science or related field with a minimum of three years marine field research experience; Research technician: Completed M.S. degree in marine science or related field with a minimum of two years marine field research experience. Both candidates must have knowledge of marine fauna and flora of the Caribbean and experience with scientific lab and field operations. Candidates must be certified SCUBA divers with training in research diving techniques; be comfortable handling boats, and have a valid drivers license. Candidates must have experience with tagging or telemetry studies and/or coral reef ecology, have good writing skills and be familiar with common word processing, spreadsheet, statistical, graphing and image analysis programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Systat, Sigma Plot, Adobe Photoshop, Image Pro). Nitrox certification is required but successful candidates will be trained to use nitrox if not certified. Duties Successful candidates will work with Principal Investigators to assess grouper spawning aggregations sites off the coast of St. Thomas USVI. Primary responsibilities of Post-doc include supervising and working with research technicians during field operations and laboratory work. Field operations include long hours operating boats in waters 7-10 miles off-shore, conducting visual counts of fish and benthic assessments on SCUBA, conducting tag and release program using hook and line and fish traps, tracking groupers using telemetry and conducting tag retention study. Laboratory work includes fecundity estimates using ovaries and estimating fish age using otoliths, data entry and analysis of statistical and video data and report preparation. Applicants must be willing to conduct occasional decompression dives using nitrox at depths of 120-140 feet. All interested applicants should send a cover letter and CV with three references to: rnemeth@uvi.edu with JOB APPLICATION in the subject line. Or mail application to Richard S. Nemeth, Director, Center for Marine and Environmental Studies, MacLean Marine Science Center, University of the Virgin Islands, St. Thomas USVI 00802-9990. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Alternatives to remove Oil from ship wreck Date: Thu, 25 Jul 2002 20:20:09 +0100 From: "elizabeth taylor" To: Dear Coralisters, Can someone help us come up with some alternatives or ideas to remove aprox. 80 tons of fuel oil IFO 120 that remains on a salt cargo ship (M/N CHIOS FIGHTER) that went aground on a coral reef at the Queena Bank, Archipelago of San Andres, Western Caribbean, Colombia in 1998. The local and national authorities are discussing about how to remove this fuel safely to avoid any additional damage to coral reefs. They came up with three different alternatives: 1. In-Situ Burning 2. Biostimulation, using bacteria. 3. Mechanical Extraction by pumping the fuel to another vessel, which seems very risky, if one consider the proximity to the reef and the wave action. Thanks for your help and recommendations, Best regards, Elizabeth Taylor Chief Environmental Management CORALINA San Luis Road San Andres Island Colombia Tel: 57-85128273 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: artificial reef buildibg using electric Date: Fri, 26 Jul 2002 13:06:53 +0200 From: Patrick Steinmann To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral listers, I'm looking for information and literature about artificial coral reefs growing on electrified metal constructions. Is there really a faster stone coral recruitment and / or coral growth on such structures? If so, what are the reasons for this? Are there differences in coral species diversity between electrified and not electrified structures? Many thanks! Patrick ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Panama bleaching Date: Mon, 29 Jul 2002 13:37:19 -0400 From: "Marilyn Brandt" To: During the June 11-15th Atlantic and Gulf Rapid Reef Assessment (AGRRA) expedition to the Archipiélago de Bocas del Toro in northwestern Panamá, bleached stony corals were noted in shallow reefs near Islas Aqua, Bastimentos and Popa, at Cayo Coral, Cayos Zapatilla and, most dramatically, at Tobobo on the eastern side of the Península Valiente. (please see link for photos: http://www.coral.noaa.gov/agra/). However, we observed no bleaching from June 16-28 further east on reefs located in the western area of the Kuna Yala. The preliminary results of our quantitative assessments are as follows: Cayos Zapatilla A (N 9° 16.366', W 82° 3.956'), depth 12 m., live stony coral cover ~28%; ~23% of the stony corals that were >10 cm in diameter (including Acropora palmata and Porites astreoides) exhibited pale to complete bleaching. Cayos Zapatilla B (N 9° 25.399', W 82° 19.45') depth 0.52m, live stony coral cover ~10%; ~22% of the >10 cm stony corals (including Montastrea annularis, Millepora alcicornis, and P. astreoides) were pale to completely bleached. A. palmata was present but no bleaching was noted; approximately half of these colonies were "old standing dead." Tobobo (N 9° 6.454', W 81° 49.351' and 9° 6.374', W 81° 49.245'), 1-4 m, live stony coral cover ~25-40%;partial to complete bleaching affected ~50% of the >10 cm corals, primarily Acropora palmata and M. complanata, and was particularly conspicuous at <2m. Shallow reefs in the Bocas del Toro area experienced extremely low tides in early June (from 12 cm on June 1 to 6 cm on June 4). Seawater temperature was unusually warm and its salinity was unusually low at permanent reef survey sites near the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute¹s Bocas del Toro research station on June 12 (Arturo Dominici, pers. comm.). Hence bleaching may have been initiated by stresses associated with high temperatures, low salinity and exposure. Enhanced radiation might also have contributed offshore in the Cayos Zapatilla and at Tobobo, but is less likely closer to Bocas del Toro where seawater is routinely discolored by the presence of dissolved organic molecules. During the last month, bleaching has extended to depths of 5m (but no deeper) and affected the giant anemone, Condylactis gigantea, in addition to stony corals (Javier Jara, pers. comm.). A lens of fresh water has been floating near the surface in the area of Bocas del Toro, and extreme low tides (from -9 to -12 cm) occurred again from July 9 to July 15th. Marilyn Brandt, Judith Lang, Juan Maté, and Robert Ginsburg for the PANAGRRA field team, which also included Jorge Andréve, Arcadio Castillo, Cam Hernández, Ken Marks and Ryan Moyer. Sponsored by the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines¹ Ocean Fund and the Ocean Research and Education Foundation. We are grateful to the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, in particular the Caption and crew of the RV Urraca and the staff at the Bocas del Toro research, station for assistance in the field. Marilyn E. Brandt National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science (RSMAS) University of Miami 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, FL 33149 Ph. 305.361.4827 Fx. 305.361.4910 website: www.NCOREmiami.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: ARKive/CITES online Guide to CITES-listed corals Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 08:27:01 -0400 From: "Becky Seeley" To: Dear coral-listers, Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list I am working on a project called ARKive. This is an initiative of The Wildscreen Trust, an educational charity based in England, which aims to create the world's first digital library of endangered species. It will be accessible via the internet for educational and scientific purposes, helping raise public awareness about the value of biodiversity and the need to conserve it. The current holding page is www.arkive.org.uk for more information about the project. I am responsible for the research and development of a pilot project regarding CITES-listed corals between DEFRA (The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) and ARKive. This aims to improve public understanding regarding the CITES convention and coral species in international trade, and also to provide an online identification resource for customs officers. I am currently looking images of live, dead, wild or captive specimens and particularly images of coral artefacts such as jewellery, carving and curios, or coral trade. I am particularly keen to find images of Heliopora coerulea, Nemenzophyllia turbida, Heliofungia, Catalaphyllia jardinei and Seriatopora spp. I am also hoping to find experts who are willing to referee text (2-3 A4 pages per taxa)and/or verify images of the following Genera; Pocillopora, Goniopora, Seriatopora, Nemenzophyllia, Catalaphyllia, Porites, and Millepora. Any help would be most appreciated, please do not hesitate to contact me if you require further information regarding either ARKive or the coral project. I would like to take this opportunity thank all those who have already kindly supported this project by donating their images or time. Regards Becky Seeley ARKive Researcher The Wildscreen Trust Anchor Road, Bristol BS1 5TT, UK Direct line: +44 (0)117 915 7236 Fax: +44 (0)117 915 7105 The Wildscreen Trust manages the Wildscreen Festival of Moving Images from the Natural World and is developing ARKive, a digital library of images of the world's endangered species. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Panama bleaching Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 12:56:47 -0400 From: "Alan E Strong" To: Marilyn Brandt CC: Coral-list Marilyn et al., NOAA's Coral Reef Watch Program shows "degree heating weeks" reached levels of barely "3" in the Atlantic off Panama this past June...certainly enough for some spotty bleaching but hopefully not enough accumulation of thermal stress for significant mortality.... http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwa.7.30.2002.gif Our first hint of HotSpots in the Atlantic off Panama begin June 10th!: http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspotw.6.10.2002.gif One piece of GOOD news is that much the tropical Atlantic is cooler this summer: http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/climo.html Cheers, Al Marilyn Brandt wrote: > During the June 11-15th Atlantic and Gulf Rapid Reef Assessment (AGRRA) > expedition to the Archipiélago de Bocas del Toro in northwestern Panamá, > bleached stony corals were noted in shallow reefs near Islas Aqua, > Bastimentos and Popa, at Cayo Coral, Cayos Zapatilla and, most > dramatically, at Tobobo on the eastern side of the Península Valiente. > (please see link for photos: http://www.coral.noaa.gov/agra/). However, > we observed no bleaching from June 16-28 further east on reefs located > in the western area of the Kuna Yala. > > The preliminary results of our quantitative assessments are as follows: > Cayos Zapatilla A (N 9° 16.366', W 82° 3.956'), depth 12 m., live stony > coral cover ~28%; ~23% of the stony corals that were >10 cm in diameter > (including Acropora palmata and Porites astreoides) exhibited pale to > complete bleaching. > > Cayos Zapatilla B (N 9° 25.399', W 82° 19.45') depth 0.52m, live stony > coral cover ~10%; ~22% of the >10 cm stony corals (including Montastrea > annularis, Millepora alcicornis, and P. astreoides) were pale to > completely bleached. A. palmata was present but no bleaching was noted; > approximately half of these colonies were "old standing dead." > > Tobobo (N 9° 6.454', W 81° 49.351' and 9° 6.374', W 81° 49.245'), 1-4 m, > live stony coral cover ~25-40%;partial to complete bleaching affected > ~50% of the >10 cm corals, primarily Acropora palmata and M. complanata, > and was particularly conspicuous at <2m. > > Shallow reefs in the Bocas del Toro area experienced extremely low tides > in early June (from 12 cm on June 1 to 6 cm on June 4). Seawater > temperature was unusually warm and its salinity was unusually low at > permanent reef survey sites near the Smithsonian Tropical Research > Institute¹s Bocas del Toro research station on June 12 (Arturo Dominici, > pers. comm.). Hence bleaching may have been initiated by stresses > associated with high temperatures, low salinity and exposure. Enhanced > radiation might also have contributed offshore in the Cayos Zapatilla > and at Tobobo, but is less likely closer to Bocas del Toro where > seawater is routinely discolored by the presence of dissolved organic > molecules. > > During the last month, bleaching has extended to depths of 5m (but no > deeper) and affected the giant anemone, Condylactis gigantea, in > addition to stony corals (Javier Jara, pers. comm.). A lens of fresh > water has been floating near the surface in the area of Bocas del Toro, > and extreme low tides (from -9 to -12 cm) occurred again from July 9 to > July 15th. > > Marilyn Brandt, Judith Lang, Juan Maté, and Robert Ginsburg for the > PANAGRRA field team, which also included Jorge Andréve, Arcadio > Castillo, Cam Hernández, Ken Marks and Ryan Moyer. > > Sponsored by the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines¹ Ocean Fund and the Ocean > Research and Education Foundation. We are grateful to the Smithsonian > Tropical Research Institute, in particular the Caption and crew of the > RV Urraca and the staff at the Bocas del Toro research, station for > assistance in the field. > > Marilyn E. Brandt > National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) > Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science (RSMAS) > University of Miami > 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway > Miami, FL 33149 > > Ph. 305.361.4827 Fx. 305.361.4910 > website: www.NCOREmiami.org > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . -- **** <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* Alan E. 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D. end:vcard --------------377F0BD8FA8A73ED73AD2663-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Use of massive Porites Date: Thu, 01 Aug 2002 12:05:29 +1200 From: "Ron Devine Vave" To: "coral list" Bula (hello) coral listers! Something that has been happening in Fiji for quite some time now (order of years) is the use of massive Porites colonies in soakage pits or septic tanks, with the idea that the longevity of the septic tank life increases significantly, because the porous skeleton of the massive corals sucks in the fluids and leaves dry matter. As a budding marine biologist, I am always saddened by this activity, which is a result of the removal of dead (before) and now live massive Porites (long lived) colonies for this purpose. Is there any truth in this? Any scientific studies to this effect, in comparison to other materials? Are there any alternatives to the use of massive, long lived porites? one such suggestion that I've been told of is the use of grass that have been cut from the gardens or compound, to be placed at the bottom of the septic tank or soakage pits after mixing with rubble/gravel? Thank you all in advance for your help. Cheers, Ron Devine Vave Postgraduate student C/-Marine Studies Program, University of the South Pacific, Suva, Fiji Islands. ------------------ MSP: (679) 3212871 Cellular: (679) 9974313 Fax: (679) 3301490 ------------------ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Use of massive Porites Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2002 03:06:20 +0100 (BST) From: Abigail Moore To: Ron Devine Vave , coral list CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Ron and coral-listers I do not have the answer to your question, but would like to say that the practice of using massive corals for sceptic tanks is not limited to Fiji. In Sulawesi, Indonesia it is also a common practice, both because the material is free or very cheap compared to alternatives (such as red brick), and because people really do believe it is more effective due to it's structure/porosity. It is sad that increased awareness of sanitation should lead to increased destruction of coral reefs. We also would be very interested to hear of any data on the truth of it's effectiveness and of reasonably priced/easily available alternatives which have been proved to be as good or better. All the best Abigail Abigail Moore MSc Yayasan Adi Citra Lestari Jl Setia Budi 14D Palu 94111 Sulteng (Central Sulawesi) Indonesia tel/fax: +62 451 425284 email: abigailyacl@yahoo.com --- Ron Devine Vave wrote: > Bula (hello) coral listers! > > Something that has been happening in Fiji for quite > some time now (order > of years) is the use of massive Porites colonies in > soakage pits or septic > tanks, with the idea that the longevity of the > septic tank life increases > significantly, because the porous skeleton of the > massive corals sucks in > the fluids and leaves dry matter. > > As a budding marine biologist, I am always saddened > by this activity, > which is a result of the removal of dead (before) > and now live massive > Porites (long lived) colonies for this purpose. > > Is there any truth in this? > Any scientific studies to this effect, in comparison > to other materials? > Are there any alternatives to the use of massive, > long lived porites? > > one such suggestion that I've been told of is the > use of grass that have > been cut from the gardens or compound, to be placed > at the bottom of the > septic tank or soakage pits after mixing with > rubble/gravel? > > Thank you all in advance for your help. > > Cheers, > > Ron Devine Vave > Postgraduate student > C/-Marine Studies Program, > University of the South Pacific, > Suva, Fiji Islands. > ------------------ > MSP: (679) 3212871 > Cellular: (679) 9974313 > Fax: (679) 3301490 > ------------------ > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to > coral-list or the > digests, please see > http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Health - Feel better, live better http://health.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Use of massive Porites Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 22:58:37 -0400 (EDT) From: Michael Risk To: Abigail Moore CC: Ron Devine Vave , coral list I have already replied privately to Ron; your wider inquiry prompts this response. Surely the wharf- and sea-wall building activities of the Bugis and Badjo have already cleared more corals from those shores than could possibly be used in septic tanks... 1. Porites is the most "porous" of the Scleractinians, hence its name. It would make superbly absorbent tank-linings: but the stuff is going to leach right through. 2. It is against the law, throughout Indonesia, to collect live corals for this or any other purpose-so there is an enforcement problem. 3. because the septic waste itself will leach right through a Porites wall/lining, there will be all sorts of public health implications. It will be an educational problem, but: light-aggregate (coral rubble) concrete tanks make excellent holding vessels. I agree that this is a problem, but the reefs of Sulawesi face larger challenges than being used as septic tank materials-most of them receive the same material, in somewhat more dilute form, whilst still alive...check out the extent of damage of the raw sewage plume from Manado. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Status: RO X-Status: X-Keywords: X-UID: 1 Subject: Porites - coral as building material Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2002 08:06:51 +0100 (BST) From: Abigail Moore To: Michael Risk CC: Ron Devine Vave , coral list Dear Michael and other coral-listers I only replied swiftly to Ron with a very brief input in order to provoke comments! I would like to add input to your reply, and see what other people have to say. In paticular I would like to invite members who have experience with or contructive thoughts about the problem of the use of corals as building materials and related matters to contribute their thoughts to this list. 1. SCALE and SCOPE OF THE PROBLEM: ?Surely the wharf- and sea-wall building activities of the Bugis and Badjo have already cleared more corals from those shores than could possibly be used in septic tanks...? True, the activities of the Bugis and Bajo, plus many other ethnic groups and a number of government projects have indeed used much coral for building purposes ? and thereby degraded or destroyed vast areas of reef. Indeed, the volume used is probably much greater than that used for sceptic tanks. However, the fact that much coral has already been destroyed is not really a reason for being ?blasé? about current and future destruction ? or is it? And are large-scale destructions a reason for ignoring other, smaller impacts? If we look at it this way, we should only concentrate on, say, bombing and allow all other destructive practices to go on unchecked. Conditions now are such that any extra pressure could be ?the straw that breaks the camel?s back? for corals in a particular area, if not world-wide. In areas where public health campaigns focus on sanitation, or re-building is in progress, amounts used only for this purpose can be significant in relation to the remaining living coral reef area. If the corals taken (usually at the same time) for foundations are added to those used in the sceptic tanks, in some locations we are talking about amounts definitely capable of significant impact. I feel we should widen this issue to the use of coral as a building material more widely, an area which is often given little attention in comparison say to destructive fishing, but is often very significant locally. 2. TECHNICAL ASPECTS: ?Porites is the most "porous" of the Scleractinians, hence its name. It would make superbly absorbent tank-linings: but the stuff is going to leach right through. Because the septic waste itself will leach right through a Porites wall/lining, there will be all sorts of public health implications. It will be an educational problem, but: light-aggregate (coral rubble) concrete tanks make excellent holding vessels?.. I agree that this is a problem, but the reefs of Sulawesi face larger challenges than being used as septic tank materials-most of them receive the same material, in somewhat more dilute form, whilst still alive...check out the extent of damage of the raw sewage plume from Manado.? Actually I am not at all sure all coral used is porites, people here take whatever there is! However, this technical information is most interesting, and it points out that the very reason people like the stuff is the reason why it is NOT suitable! I am not a sceptic tank engineer, nor are the people using the stuff. They only know that they want ?modern? faciltities and do not want over-flowing tanks. Generally there are no sceptic tank emptying services, so that when a tank is full, people will build another if there is avaialable land. Main drains and waste collection are still a ?pipe dream?, litterally! No-one I have seen uses concrete, as it does indeed ?hold? the waste, which is just what no-one wants! I have to say I thought that the sewage would probably ferment and leach out in at least ?semi-treated? form, but maybe we do need specialist information on what really happens.. and what impacts it has for health and nutrification etc. I would imagine that even leaky sceptic tanks are likely to provide more of a buffer than the prevalent discharge of raw sewage, not just in Manado! But at what cost to the reef? If people could be persuaded that tanks should ?hold?, is use of coral rubble as an aggregate a good idea? For sure, there is plenty available, but is it a good idea to have people collect it, or will this also increase the often already serious coastal abrasion problems? I don?t know the answers. 3. LEGAL IMPLICATIONS AND ENFORCEMENT: ?It is against the law, throughout Indonesia, to collect live corals for this or any other purpose-so there is an enforcement problem?. Too right, I agree! What can we do about it? There are so many ?good? laws to protect the environment, but so little enforcement. Few people are aware of the actual law, even fewer have any idea why there is a law, and most who are aware know that ?the law is for sale?, usually quite cheaply compared to the costs of legal alternatives. That goes for most ilegal activities, not just ?coral mining?. No one guards the sea. Coral is there for the taking, all you nened is a crowbar and small sampan canoe, and safe. If people want to take from a quarry on land, they will have to get permission and pay, plus delivery can be a problem. In some cases conflicts (eg Poso) even make access to quarries life-threatening for coastal people. Most often those in a position to prevent or at least discourage such activities ?turn a blind eye?, afraid of being seen as ?anti-development?, even if in some cases they are ?aware?. VERY few people at any level actually know that coral, especially massive coral, is alive - to them it is a rock like any other. So to them, what is the problem? Only afterwards they find out about abrasion, loss of fisheries etc. Both are very real problems in parts of the Bay of Palu area for example, in some locations largely due to coral mining, a not-insignificant portion for sceptic tanks for houses in and around the city. Now, the use of corals in building may be relatively minor overall compared to some issues, but is of real significance in certain areas, and is likely to continue to increase in scale as people?s expectations rise. Not just for sceptic tanks, but as more and more people transfer from wooden to more permanent structures, coral, however illegal, is actually increasingly used. So, should we be working on the authorities to enforce the rules they make, or building ?awareness? in the minds and hearts of coastal people (village and city dwellers), or both? What information and advice should we be giving them? OK, we need enforcement. And awareness. Both to back-up lobbying for enforcement, and in the meanwhile to attempt to influence the users, for each use we need to know answers to at leat two questions: why not (from their viewpoint ? not the legal one)? and what can be (realistically) substituted? Best regards Abigail Abigail Moore MSc Yayasan Adi Citra Lestari Palu, Central Sulawesi __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Health - Feel better, live better http://health.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Porites - coral as building material Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2002 00:38:10 -0700 (PDT) From: Tom Williams To: Abigail Moore , Michael Risk CC: Ron Devine Vave , coral list To All Having read alot about septic tanks and sceptic tanks I would like to note that the use of septic tanks - no matter whether with or without porites or any other coral, brick or concrete depends on leaching of the effluent into the groundwater table and requires distance between water wells and leach field in order to filter out the bad things..which will be done in most island areas...the leachate being rich in nitrates will eventually get to the shore - and white sands may turn green and black. Pit Privy in coralline sand are as useful as septic tanks - but in dense urban areas without groundwater uses septic tank are common. Uses of coral also include burning the coral for lime for plaster work in buildings. Tom Williams Dubai __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Autos - Get free new car price quotes http://autos.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Use of massive Porites Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2002 12:49:15 +0500 From: "William Allison" To: "Michael Risk" , "Abigail Moore" CC: "Ron Devine Vave" , "coral list" Illustrating Mike's Porites porosity point, slabs of Porites were the preferred material for constructing well liners in some parts of Maldives. William (Bill) Allison Coral Reef Research and Management Rangas, Violet Magu Male Maldives (960) 32 9667 wallison@dhivehinet.net.mv ----- Original Message ----- From: Michael Risk To: Abigail Moore Cc: Ron Devine Vave ; coral list Sent: Thursday, August 01, 2002 7:58 AM Subject: Re: Use of massive Porites > I have already replied privately to Ron; your wider inquiry prompts this > response. > > Surely the wharf- and sea-wall building activities of the Bugis and Badjo > have already cleared more corals from those shores than could possibly be > used in septic tanks... > > 1. Porites is the most "porous" of the Scleractinians, hence its name. It > would make superbly absorbent tank-linings: but the stuff is going to > leach right through. > > 2. It is against the law, throughout Indonesia, to collect live corals for > this or any other purpose-so there is an enforcement problem. > > 3. because the septic waste itself will leach right through a Porites > wall/lining, there will be all sorts of public health implications. It > will be an educational problem, but: light-aggregate (coral rubble) > concrete tanks make excellent holding vessels. > > I agree that this is a problem, but the reefs of Sulawesi face larger > challenges than being used as septic tank materials-most of them receive > the same material, in somewhat more dilute form, whilst still > alive...check out the extent of damage of the raw sewage plume from > Manado. > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . 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Subject: Re: Porites - coral as building material Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2002 10:12:11 -0400 (EDT) From: Michael Risk To: Abigail Moore CC: Ron Devine Vave , coral list I think the responses to date have pointed up two aspects: -there is a need for local education, and -there is a large amount of ignorance as to what really happens with human waste. My original posting was NOT in any way intended to imply that we should ignore the use of corals in septic tanks. I do believe, however, that "we" (coral reef scientists) need to prioritize impacts, otherwise we will be ineffective. There is a lot of that going on right now, as "managers" tend to blame global change for what clearly are local impacts. (The fecal bacteria findings in Florida are good examples.) BTW: a septic system includes an effective leach field. Reading between the lines of your posting, it is apparent that you are really dealing with latrines, with hunks of coral chucked down them...argh...So here I urge a set of priorities: it will be less damaging to the reef to use coarse rubble than live coral. The other take-home message is that, at the local level, laws are usually ineffective. We should push for policy that combines lots of carrots and a few sticks. $10 subsidy for lining septic tanks with rubble-double that for a leach field. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Fish behaviour on artificial reefs Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2002 15:36:24 +0100 From: "Karen Cheney" To: Dear Coral-listers, In the literature there appears to be numerous examples of differences in fish composition between artificial reefs and natural reefs. However, I have also noticed behavioural differences in reef fish, especially in the reproductive activities and egg predation rates in damselfish spawning on wrecks. I was wondering whether anyone knows of other examples of differences in fish behaviour on artificial reefs compared to natural reefs, either in the literature or from personal observations, Any information would be grateful, Please reply to me directly (k.cheney@uea.ac.uk) Regards Karen Cheney ******************************************** Centre for Ecology, Evolution and Conservation School of Biological Sciences University of East Anglia Norwich, UK NR4 7TJ ******************************************* ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Spawning in Broward Co. USA Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2002 17:13:29 -0400 From: "Bernardo Vargas-Angel" To: For those following the coral spawning season in the Caribbean, we have tissue samples indicating that Acropora cerviornis spawned last night here in Broward County, Florida, USA. Best, Bernardo ======================== Bernardo Vargas-Angel, Ph.D. Research Scientist National Coral Reef Institute NSU Oceanographic Center 8000 N. Ocean Drive Dania Beach, FL 33004 Phone: (954) 262-3677 Fax: (954) 262-4027 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: spawning archives Date: Thu, 01 Aug 2002 22:14:21 -0400 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list Greetings, Coral-Listers, I'm afraid I haven't kept up with our coral spawning archives on the CHAMP Page, but I intend to catch up shortly. Since spawning season is upon us, it might be helpful if any of you out there witnessing spawning this year could report it to coral-list so that we can all get some feedback on expected and observed spawns. This will help us to see any changes over the years, and any possible correlation with environmental changes. Thanks for your support. Cheers, Jim coral-list admin ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: American Samoa CRI Coordinator Position Available Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2002 20:04:19 -0700 (PDT) From: Flinn Curren To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Note:Please send responses to this announcement to beeching@blueskynet.as Vacancy: American Samoan Coral Reef Advisory Group (CRAG) Coordinator General Description: CRAG, the Coral Reef Advisory Group to the Governor, comprises 5 agencies in American Samoa, Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources (DMWR), Department of Commerce (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Parks Service (NPS), and the American Samoan Community College (ASCC). As its title suggests, the primary role of the group is to provide specialized informed advice to the Governor of Samoa and his government. However the role of the group has expanded somewhat, and it currently prioritises projects for funding under Coral Reef Initiative Grants. The CRAG coordinator post was established to assist in the administration of the group, to coordinate the various programs and projects developed by CRAG and to play an active role in managing selected projects. A major initiative in American Samoa is the development of Marine Protected Areas, to meet President Clintons Executive Order requiring the establishment of MPA’s in 20% of all US coral reef areas. This position is located in the Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources (DMWR) and the employee will report to the CRAG, with the DMWR Chief Biologist as supervisor. Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities of this position are: 1. To become familiar with, and administer and coordinate, as appropriate, CRI funded projects in American Samoa as well as others that are critical to coral reef protection. Projects will be tracked to ensure timeliness, adherence to project goals and technical soundness. 2. To coordinate and organize the process of funding proposals in terms of identifying available funds, evaluating existing and new projects, and compiling these into coherent final proposals. The CRI coordinator is also responsible for ensuring that semi-annual reporting requirements to funding bodies in the US are met. 3. To provide written and verbal feedback on a periodic basis to CRAG on the progress of CRI projects, mandates, new initiatives etc. Meetings will be called to allow for this feedback and to discuss other relevant activities and issues. 4. Become and remain familiar with the activities of the US and International Coral Reef Initiatives. 5. Inform and advise CRAG on the activities of the CRI that will affect them, that require action, and that can be of benefit to them. This includes identifying new funding sources. 6. To implement MPA development plans in a program developed from the A.S. Marine Protected Areas workshop. 7. To manage individual projects as assigned by CRAG. In 2002/3 these are likely to include, i) seeking proposals from contractors for the design of the territory’s first marine laboratory, ii) coordinating the ReefCheck global reef monitoring program locally, iii) organizing an award program for an annual series of grants to selected local schools for the marine science projects and, iv) organizing the visit of a bio-statistician to the territory. 8. Other duties as assigned by the Chief Biologist. The CRAG coordinator will devote an estimated 30% of his/her time to CRAG administration and 70% of his/her time to MPA programs Qualifications This position requires an individual with a minimum of a Masters Degree in biological science with an emphasis on fisheries, marine science or oceanography. It is preferred that the person’s background include tropical ecosystems and particularly, coral reefs. Previous administration experience would also be preferable. Candidates must be well organized, and have excellent communication skills in English. Preference will be given to applicants from the USA and/or within the Pacific Rim Salary $30,000 p.a. Two-year contract, renewable by mutual consent. Travel expenses and shipment of effects. Annual and sick leave accumulate at 8 hours and 4 hours respectively every fortnight pay period. Subsidized housing (80% subsidy) on rental of a government house. Subsidized medical care. Application Deadline for applications: 1 September 2002 Mail, fax or email c.v. publication list, contact details for 3 references and a covering letter addressing the qualifications and responsibilities indicated above. The Director, Ray Tulafono, Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources, PO Box 3730,Pago Pago, American Samoa 96799, USA. Fax: (684) 633-5944 Email applications may be routed via Tony Beeching at: beeching@blueskynet.as __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Health - Feel better, live better http://health.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: DON'T DELETE THIS MESSAGE -- FOLDER INTERNAL DATA Date: Fri, 2 Aug 2002 10:45:55 -0400 (EDT) From: Mail System Internal Data This text is part of the internal format of your mail folder, and is not a real message. It is created automatically by the mail system software. If deleted, important folder data will be lost, and it will be re-created with the data reset to initial values. Subject: Date: Fri, 02 Aug 2002 11:22:09 -0400 From: "alphonso craig" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello my name is Alphonso Craig and I am doing research on Coral Reef Injury assessment methods. I was wondering if you knew of any articles, books or other information on the methodology used in coral reef injury assessment or any standard protocol that is used in assessing coral reef injury. Any sources you can provide would be an enormous help. I look forward to your response. Thanks a bunch. Alphonso ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: Click Here ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Anchors Date: Fri, 02 Aug 2002 11:06:44 -1000 From: "Sean Corson" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I am working on determining the impacts of anchor and fishing weight damage in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. I am specifically looking for a simple computer model that could provide probability of impact based on a known density and distribution of sessile organisms, and a known amount of anchor and weight "drops". Any suggestions? Thanks, Sean ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Anchors Date: Mon, 5 Aug 2002 12:56:26 -0400 From: "John McManus" To: "'Sean Corson'" , There was a little work on anchor damage estimation in: McManus, J.W., Nañola, C.L., and Reyes, R.B. 1997. Effects of some destructive fishing methods on coral cover and potential rates of recovery. Environmental Management. 21(1): 69-78. Perhaps you could plug the tables and short formulas there back into a spreadsheet and adjust the estimated variables to your situation. Cheers! John _________________________________________________________ John W. McManus, PhD Director, National Center for Caribbean Coral Reef Research (NCORE) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (RSMAS) University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami, Florida 33149. jmcmanus@rsmas.miami.edu Tel. (305) 361-4814 Fax (305) 361-4910 www.ncoremiami.org -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Sean Corson Sent: Friday, August 02, 2002 5:07 PM To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Anchors I am working on determining the impacts of anchor and fishing weight damage in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. I am specifically looking for a simple computer model that could provide probability of impact based on a known density and distribution of sessile organisms, and a known amount of anchor and weight "drops". Any suggestions? Thanks, Sean ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: TELEVISION SERIES ON CORAL REEFS Date: Mon, 5 Aug 2002 13:37:00 EDT From: Prezelin@aol.com To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Santa Barbara July 31, 2002 Hello everyone, My name is Louis Prezelin. I have had the privilege of spending many years documenting the undersea world with the Cousteau expeditions and work on programs with National Geographic, The Discovery Channel, The Travel Channel and others. I am presently involved in the writing of a proposal for a series of one hours television specials on the subject of coral reefs of the world. Considering the number of shows produced on this subject, I am focusing on innovative angles to this broad topic, such as: - Human stories illustrating the interaction of humans and reefs throughout the world in the past and present time. This includes the good, the bad and the ugly. I wish to inspire but also offer striking reality checks. - Research programs with a potential for an attractive visual story such as extraordinary behaviors and aspects of the reef ecosystem which have not yet been documented on television. - Reef studies pushing the conventional envelop and including the use of exotic undersea devices such as subs, ROVs or other intriguing "toys". - … Anything else which, in your opinion, would make a good story for the general public! I look forward to your thoughts on creative reef stories. I also welcome the opportunity to discuss featuring you or your work as part of this series which will offer significant opportunity for exposure. Thank you for your interest. Cordially, Louis Prezelin Director PACIFIC VISIONS INC. Phone/fax: 805 966 9819 Subject: Midway Island NOTICE - Bleaching? Date: Wed, 07 Aug 2002 16:49:09 -0400 From: "Alan E Strong" To: Rusty Brainard , Tom Hourigan , Roger B Griffis , Robert Smith , Dave Foley , Jim Hendee , William Skirving , Gang Liu CC: coral-list >From this week's SSTs it appears that Midway has seen some rather significantly high values: 28.3 C at the moment. http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/dhw_news.html Since this exceeds our bleaching threshold of 27.9C, thermal stress is accumulating that might lead to a bleaching event. What appears most significant is that over the last 17 years this appears to be a record high SST for this early in the season: http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_midway_cur.html and http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_midwaypath.html Only twice before, in our records, have we seen these extreme levels during the summer, 1987 and 19888 - but those events occurred in late-August! Hopefully, surface winds will increase and keep conditions mixed: http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/icg/midw0wind.htm Anyone with in-situ observations please advise us/and or ReefBase: http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp Cheers, Al -- **** <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* Alan E. Strong Team Leader, Marine Applications Science Team (MAST) Coral Reef Watch - Project Coordinator Phys Scientist/Oceanographer NOAA/NESDIS/ORA/ORAD -- E/RA3 NOAA Science Center -- RM 711W 5200 Auth Road Camp Springs, MD 20746-4304 Alan.E.Strong@noaa.gov 301-763-8102 x170 FAX: 301-763-8572 http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad Subject: spawning Southern Caribbean Date: Wed, 07 Aug 2002 19:11:18 -0400 From: "Mark Vermeij" Organization: NOAA To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, Recently I got more then a few requests regarding the dates for coral spawning on Curacao (12N69W). Based on the previous five years the predicted dates and times are as follows: Acropora palmata: September 25-26 between 21h15 and 21h45 Acropora cervicornis: September 25-26 between 21h00 and 21h00 Diploria strigosa: September 28 around 20h45 Montastraea cavernosa: September 26-27 between 21h30 and 22h30 October 26-27 between 21h30 and 22h30 Montastraea annularis complex: September 27-28 between 21h30 and 22h30 October 27-28 between 21h30 and 22h30 Eusmilia fastigiata: eggs are visible in tentacles throughout late September and October Larval release occurs September 27-29 between 21h15 and 22h30 and October 27-29 between 21h15 and 22h30 Madracis senaria: Larval release: September 29 -30 and October 29-30 at an unknown time Agaricia humilis and A. agaricites: These corals are already "busy" and release planulae during most part of the year. You might be lucky to see a few small orange "balls" being released. Stephanocoenia michelini: October 25-29 between 21h00 and 22h00, these colonies are hermaphroditic which is quite a spectacular sight: one part releasing sperm, the other eggs. What else to expect? Ophiuridae can spawn in early evening (around 20h00), Diadema, Hermodice and Holothuridae during the day, some gorgonians release planulae in the early evening (around 19h00). Neofibrularia during the day from 24-26 September and same dates for October. Please keep in mind that these dates are expectations. Have fun! Mark -- Dr. Mark Vermeij Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Science Center 75 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149 USA Tel: +1 305-361-4230, Fax: +1 305-361-4562 E-mail: Mark.Vermeij@noaa.gov http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/groups/cimas/ http://www.noaa.gov Subject: Announcement: U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting October 2-3, 2002 Date: Thu, 08 Aug 2002 21:55:01 -0400 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration To: CORAL Announce , CMPAN , Coral Reefs Egroup , corallist Preliminary Announcement - Meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force October 2-3, 2003 The United States Coral Reef Task Force will meet October 2-3, 2002 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The meeting is open to the public and opportunity for public comment will be provided. Additional information on agenda, location etc will be available on or before September 1 on the Task Force web site http://coralreef.gov/ or from roger.b.griffis@noaa.gov. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: Ocean Policy and Re: Announcement: U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting October 2-3, 2002 Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2002 10:03:09 -0400 (EDT) From: Frank Muller-Karger To: Roger B Griffis CC: coral-list Dear Roger et al.: As you know, the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy has been meeting around the country over the past 9 months collecting input from the public, academia, industry, and government on issues that need to be considered in updating our country's ocean policy. We have had meetings in Puerto Rico, Florida, Hawaii, and the Gulf area, and have heard substantial testimony on tropical coral reef issues from these areas and from representatives from the Virgin Islands and Guam, and from many public speakers. An important objective of this public Commission is to study direct recommendations for policy options in the process in drafting the report due to the President and Congress in the first half of 2003. To date, we have had very few explicit, direct, concrete recommendations for policy directions for the Federal Government on the wide range of issues that affect or are related to coral reefs. As a member of the Commission's Stewardship Working Group, I would like to request that the Coral Reef Task Force provide the Commission with a list of specific policy recommendations that we should consider in developing policy regarding coral reef environments. The more specific the recommendations, the better and more valuable to the Commission they will be. The Stewardship Working Group will be working with the other working groups in defining policy recommendations, including in areas relevant to "governance", "research, education, monitoring, and operations", and "investment and implementation", which are the focus of the other working groups of the Commission with those names. As you know, background on our goals and mandate, background on Commissioners, and copies of testimony submitted to the Commission to date may be found on our web page: http://oceancommission.gov I would urge you, others on the Task force, and any of our colleagues interested in providing input to the Commission, to review our draft "issues" and questions, posted on the web, and provide us with feedback. The feedback may come as comments on the document, or, again, as specific recommendations for policy options. This is a process in which we all have a chance to participate, and I welcome as much interaction with you and others interested as is possible. Best regards, Frank Frank Muller-Karger U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy and University of South Florida College of Marine Science 140 7th Ave. S. St. Petersburg, FL 33701 On Thu, 8 Aug 2002, Roger B Griffis wrote: > Preliminary Announcement - Meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task > Force October 2-3, 2003 > > The United States Coral Reef Task Force will meet October 2-3, 2002 in > San Juan, Puerto Rico. The meeting is open to the public and > opportunity for public comment will be provided. Additional information > on agenda, location etc will be available on or before September 1 on > the Task Force web site http://coralreef.gov/ or from > roger.b.griffis@noaa.gov. > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Reef fish in the Persian Gulf Date: Mon, 12 Aug 2002 09:37:32 +1000 From: Angus Thompson To: Coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Listers I'm looking to undertake fish visual census surveys in the Persian Gulf and am having difficulty obtaining a comprehensive list of reef associated species. I've tried FishBase however there are some obvious omissions to the searches it allows. Anyone know of a good source? Cheers Angus Thompson Reef Ecologist - Long Term Monitoring Project Australian Institute of Marine Science PMB # 3 Townsville MC. 4810 Queensland Australia Phone: 07 4753 4329 Fax 07 4753 4288 email: a.thompson@aims.gov.au ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Ocean Policy and Re: Announcement: U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting October 2-3, 2002 Date: Sun, 11 Aug 2002 19:10:59 -1000 From: "Roger B Griffis" To: Frank Muller-Karger CC: coral-list Dr. Muller-Karger, Thank you for your recent message and invitation for recommendations from the United States Coral Reef Task Force. I will forward your request to the Task Force for action. Look forward to working with you. Roger Griffis ----- Original Message ----- From: Frank Muller-Karger Date: Saturday, August 10, 2002 4:03 am Subject: Ocean Policy and Re: Announcement: U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting October 2-3, 2002 > Dear Roger et al.: > > As you know, the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy has been meeting > aroundthe country over the past 9 months collecting input from the > public,academia, industry, and government on issues that need to > be considered > in > updating our country's ocean policy. We have had meetings in Puerto > Rico, > Florida, Hawaii, and the Gulf area, and have heard substantial > testimonyon tropical coral reef issues from these areas and from > representativesfrom the Virgin Islands and Guam, and from many > public speakers. > > An important objective of this public Commission is to study direct > recommendations for policy options in the process in drafting the > reportdue to the President and Congress in the first half of 2003. > To date, we > have had very few explicit, direct, concrete recommendations for > policydirections for the Federal Government on the wide range of > issues that > affect or are related to coral reefs. > > As a member of the Commission's Stewardship Working Group, I would > liketo > request that the Coral Reef Task Force provide the Commission with a > list > of specific policy recommendations that we should consider in > developingpolicy regarding coral reef environments. The more > specific the > recommendations, the better and more valuable to the Commission they > will > be. The Stewardship Working Group will be working with the other > workinggroups in defining policy recommendations, including in > areas relevant > to > "governance", "research, education, monitoring, and operations", and > "investment and implementation", which are the focus of the other > working groups of the Commission with those names. > > As you know, background on our goals and mandate, background on > Commissioners, and copies of testimony submitted to the Commission to > date > may be found on our web page: > > http://oceancommission.gov > > I would urge you, others on the Task force, and any of our colleagues > interested in providing input to the Commission, to review our draft > "issues" and questions, posted on the web, and provide us with > feedback. > The feedback may come as comments on the document, or, again, as > specific > recommendations for policy options. > > This is a process in which we all have a chance to participate, > and I > welcome as much interaction with you and others interested as is > possible. > > > Best regards, Frank > > > Frank Muller-Karger > U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy > and > University of South Florida > College of Marine Science > 140 7th Ave. S. > St. Petersburg, FL 33701 > > > On Thu, 8 Aug 2002, Roger B Griffis wrote: > > > Preliminary Announcement - Meeting of the United States Coral > Reef Task > > Force October 2-3, 2003 > > > > The United States Coral Reef Task Force will meet October 2-3, > 2002 in > > San Juan, Puerto Rico. The meeting is open to the public and > > opportunity for public comment will be provided. Additional > information> on agenda, location etc will be available on or > before September 1 on > > the Task Force web site http://coralreef.gov/ or from > > roger.b.griffis@noaa.gov. > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral- > list.html . > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Reef fish in the Persian Gulf Date: Mon, 12 Aug 2002 00:38:20 -0700 From: "Gregor Hodgson" To: "Angus Thompson" , Subject: RE: Reef fish in the Persian Gulf Date: Mon, 12 Aug 2002 06:53:41 -0500 From: "Tarr, Bradley A SAJ" To: "'Gregor Hodgson'" , Angus Thompson , Coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov In addition to Gregor's reference, I suggest you contact the Research Institute of the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. Coral reef data, including fish diversity and abundance, have been collected on a quarterly basis on nearshore patch reefs and the offshore islands in the Arabian (Persian) Gulf since 1982. Please contact me directly if you are interested in obtaining a data base of reef fishes for that area. Brad Tarr U.S.Army Corps of Engineers Planning Division, Environmental Branch P.O. Box 4970 Jacksonville, FL 32232-0019 (904) 232-3582 -----Original Message----- From: Gregor Hodgson [mailto:gregorh@ucla.edu] Sent: Monday, August 12, 2002 3:38 AM To: Angus Thompson; Coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: RE: Reef fish in the Persian Gulf Subject: Black Water Kills Coral Date: Mon, 12 Aug 2002 09:41:49 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: corallist To All: This is a follow-up to the numerous Black Water posts on the list from March 2002. It seems as though predictions of coral mortality have followed the passing of the recent Black Water Event as it did in 1878 for the Dry Tortugas. - The last quote by Porter (see below) regarding the fact that this has never happened before is contrary to reports from A.G. Mayer dating back to 1902. However, questions remain? Bill William F. Precht, P.G. Ecological Sciences Program Manager PBS&J 2001 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172 305-592-7275 fax:305-594-9574 1-800-597-7275 bprecht@pbsj.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Black water devastates coral in Keys A new area of black water has formed off Sanibel Island Sunday, August 11, 2002 Naples Daily News http://www.naplesnews.com/02/08/naples/d789340a.htm By CATHY ZOLLO, crzollo@naplesnews.com and JEREMY COX, jgcox@naplesnews.com More than half of the coral on the north side of the Florida Keys was destroyed in the past 12 months, and researchers who've been monitoring Keys coral since 1996 say the black water event from last spring is to blame. "I'm sure that's what caused it," said James Porter, a leading coral expert who heads the research team. "It's something to do with the water chemistry, but it's beyond anything we know about." Porter said his team of researchers measured a 60 percent loss of over one year, "which is the highest rate of loss we have ever seen anywhere in the Florida Keys in a single year," he said. "Even Hurricane Georges did not do this kind of damage." Five coral species were completely wiped out in areas Porter monitors in the content Keys, a crowd of patch reefs and mangrove islands just north of the island chain. He noted the demise of centuries-old boulder corals, and large numbers of other bottom dwellers such as sea squirts, sea biscuits and sponges. Joining Porter in his assessment of the area's sea life is marine collector Ken Nedimyer. "Most of the brain corals in the Northwest Channel are dead," Nedimyer said. "I could go on. The Middle and upper Keys look good, but the Lower Keys and Key West were hammered. But we're not supposed to worry because this is a natural phenomenon." Officials in the spring characterized the event as naturally occurring and similar to a 100 years flood. No assessment is yet in on the area hundreds of square miles in size and farther north where satellite pictures showed the water pooled for months beginning in November 2001 and then washed over the Keys. New concerns What worries some environmentalists and others along the Southwest Florida coast is the appearance in recent weeks of another mass of black water that formed off Sanibel Island near where the Caloosahatchee River - an outlet for Lake Okeechobee - empties into the Gulf of Mexico. Jim Anderson, a Sanibel pilot, said he at first thought the water was oil. Others who live along the Caloosahatchee River say they've seen a drop in water quality there over recent weeks. "I noticed when waves come on shore, the water is thick and black," said Mitrah Bakhtian, who's lived along the river for seven years. Satellite pictures show a cloud of dark water hugging the Florida coast and concentrating south of Cape Romano, though this water mass isn't as large as the one in the spring. "The images are a bit similar to what we saw in the winter black water event, but they are less dark and appear more brownish and they cover less (area) and are closer to the coast," said Chuanmin Hu, a researcher at the University of South Florida's Institute for Marine Remote Sensing. "This may or may not be the same thing we observed in the winter." Hu checked the satellite data after hearing reports of black water, but he said there is no ongoing monitoring and interpreting program in place. Scott Willis, spokesman for the Florida Marine Research Institute, said scientists are collecting water samples from the current mass of water and will be looking at those this week. Fishermen spotted the first event in January when it had become a mass bigger than Lake Okeechobee occupying the area between Cape Romano and the Florida Keys. It slowly moved south across the Keys by April. Satellite pictures at the time showed the water had trailed along the west coast of Florida from the Caloosahatchee and intensified when it reached western Florida Bay off the Shark River just below Marco Island and Naples. Researchers concluded later that the black water was a complex interaction among red tide and other algae blooms mixing with river runoff, said Beverly Roberts of FMRI. Few in the scientific community would say if they think July's dark water is a repeat event, and Roberts said it could just as likely be normal river runoff. Fresh water is much darker than sea water and would float along the surface of the gulf. "That can extend miles into the gulf," she said. Water from Lake Okeechobee Whether or not this black water is a repeat of the spring, it comes as Florida water officials seek to manage water levels in Lake Okeechobee, an increasingly complicated task in recent years. Water managers have three choices when it comes to draining the lake: they can send it east to the St. Lucie River, west to the Caloosahatchee or south through the Everglades. Complicating matters is the fact that the lake water is rich in nutrients and causes problems no matter which way they send it. The lake's level peaked above 18 feet in October 1999, a level U.S. Army Corps of Engineers feared would cause the dike surrounding the lake to fail. In response, water managers flung open the spillways leading into the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers. The district released about 2 million gallons of lake water per minute into the Caloosahatchee over roughly a month. By June 2000, the lake was lowered to 13 feet. The district and Army Corps were forced to re-examine their water-management policies for the lake after public outcry arose over algae blooms and fish kills in the Caloosahatchee. Today, water managers try to keep the lake between 13 1/2 and 15 1/2 feet to avoid major releases such as those in 2000, said Karen Estock, head of the Army Corps South Florida Operations office in Clewiston. Water management officials also use so-called "pulse releases," 10-day-long periods in which they keep spillways open. And releases don't happen unless scientists, local and state politicians and concerned citizen groups give their blessing. "That's always our goal- let people know what we're going to do, get some feedback and them make our decision," Estock said. "It's science and politics." There have been two recent "pulse releases." One ran from July 15 to July 25. Another began Aug. 1 and will continue until Aug. 10. In both cases, the decision to let the water out of the lake came after its level jumped above 14 1/2 feet. Water management officials try to keep levels lower during the rainy season, Estock said. The release's intensity reached a peak a week ago, when nearly 3,500 cubic feet per second of water rushed into the Caloosahatchee through the Moore Haven lock, where the river meets Lake Okeechobee. However, the lake's level has increased slightly due to rainfall. Lake water quality The amount of fresh water directed down the Caloosahatchee is a problem, environmentalists and the state agree, and most people also agree it's a combination of lake releases, farm and urban runoff. What worries people like David Guest, an attorney for the environmental law firm Earth Justice, is what's in the water. Lake Okeechobee is more than just a place to fish. It's also where agricultural interests around the lake pump excess water to keep farm fields dry. What comes with the water is loads of nitrogen and, to a lesser degree, phosphorus, according to the water district's own reports. Together, they're food for a host of organisms that, though generally harmless, can choke waterways when they can grow out of control. Guest said the water backpumped from farms is bad for creatures in the Caloosahatchee and could just as well be bad for the Gulf. "When you have algae or maybe the black tide and when that arrives and finds nutrient-rich water, is it a surprise that it grows out of control?" he asked. Porter, whose team recently identified a new disease decimating elkhorn coral in waters up and down the Keys, said the black water is a mystery and that research and monitoring needs to go on. "I'm deeply concerned by that event," he said, "as much because I don't know what it means as I know what it did. I don't think anyone knew how important this was because it had never happened before." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: job position available Date: Mon, 12 Aug 2002 16:34:09 +0100 From: "JeanLuc Solandt" To: Dear listers, Coral Cay Conservation seeks a new Marine Science Co-ordinator for overall management of CCC marine project science activities. The role involve considerable data and personnel management of four tropical field bases, management and recruitment of volunteer field science staff, and preparation of technical reports and papers related to the marine scientific data collected by CCC volunteers. The position is permanent, salary range is £16000-18000 (dependent on experience), is London based with intermittent international and national travel (for conferencing, field site visits etc.). Qualifications needed - at least PADI AOW or equivalent, 2 years experience working on scientific aspects of coral reefs, considerable teaching experience, and at least a masters degree (PhD preferred). Please check the CCC web site (www.coralcay.org) for detailed terms of reference for the position. Send a CV and covering letter to Peter Raines (psr@coralcay.org - 0208 545 7712). Deadline for applications is August 30th. Interviews will be held in early September. Regards, Jean-Luc Solandt, PhD Indo Pacific Marine Scientist, Coral Cay Conservation The Tower, 125 High St., Colliers Wood, London SW19 2JG, phone: +44 (0)208 545 7721, fax: +44 (0)870 750 0667 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: evolutionary genetics senior research technician Date: Mon, 12 Aug 2002 16:09:19 -0400 From: Paul Barber To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov >Date: Wed, 7 Aug 2002 16:51:23 -0400 >To: evoldir@evol.biology.mcmaster.ca >From: Paul Barber >Subject: evolutionary genetics senior research technician >Cc: >Bcc: >X-Attachments: > >Dear Colleagues, > >We have secured funding and university approval to hire a research >assistant to work in an evolutionary genetics laboratory. Below is a >description of this position. Please pass this announcement to any >that may be interested. Interested applicants should visit the web >site for the Boston University Department of personel >(http://www.bu.edu/personnel/employment/jobs/jobs.shtml), job >tracking code "0386/H062" > >Sincerely > >Paul Barber > > > >SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN >Supervisor: Dr. Paul Barber >Location: Boston University Marine Program, Woods Hole, Massachusetts > >Duties >A Research Assistant position is available in a laboratory that uses >molecular genetic techniques to investigate evolutionary processes >in marine environments. Duties will primarily consist of routine >molecular genetic techniques (including, but not limited to, DNA >extraction, PCR, Cloning, and DNA sequencing) and data analysis >(e.g. sequence alignment, phylogenetic and population genetic >analysis). Some general lab maintenance (e.g. ordering, collection >management) and library research will also be expected. > >Preference will be given to candidates with molecular genetic >laboratory experience and who have a demonstrated interest in >pursuing scientific research. Further preference will be given to >candidates who are interested in becoming intellectually as well as >technically involved in the research > >Minimum skills >Bachelor's or Master's degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology, >Genetics, Organismal Biology or related field. Basic computer skills >including word processing (Microsoft Word) spreadsheets (Microsoft >Excel), and graphics (Photoshop and Illustrator). Knowledge of >phylogenetic software a plus. Ability to work independently on >assigned tasks, work on multiple assignments with overlapping >timelines, and meet schedules and timelines. Knowledge of basic >research methods. > >Contact: All applications must be through the BU dept. of Personnel >((http://www.bu.edu/personnel/employment/jobs/jobs.shtml). The >tracking code for this position is "0386/H062" > >Questions should be addressed to Paul Barber at: pbarber@bu.edu. >Further information on the laboratory and it's activities can be >found at: ww.bu.edu/biology/Faculty_Staff/barber.html -- Dr. Paul H. Barber Boston University Boston University Marine Program 7 MBL Street Woods Hole, MA 02543 (508)289-7685 phone (508)289-7950 FAX pbarber@bu.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: platypodiella picta Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2002 12:51:01 +0200 From: Jenny Krutschinna To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov dear all, I hope anyone can help with the english and/or german as well as spanish names for the canarian crab Platypodiella picta!? thanks in advance and best regards, Jenny Krutschinna ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Of interest Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2002 09:10:37 -0400 From: "James M. Cervino" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear friends of coral reefs, We'd like to let you know that the Global Coral Reef Alliance web page is now back on the WEB, at http://www.globalcoral.org. There is much new, but still much more to add. We have put together a list of key associates who are major advisors or partners in field projects. We hope that you will be as happy to be listed as we are honored to work with you, but if there is any conflict, please let us know and we will change it as you see fit. Best wishes, Tom Goreau -- ************************************ James M. Cervino PhD. Program Marine Science Program University of South Carolina e-mail:cnidaria@earthlink.net ************************************* ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Editorial: Black Water Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2002 10:00:08 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: corallist More on Black Water in Florida. William F. Precht, P.G. Ecological Sciences Program Manager PBS&J 2001 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172 305-592-7275 fax:305-594-9574 1-800-597-7275 bprecht@pbsj.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Editorial: Black water Officials should be alarmed by return of phenomenon Wednesday, August 14, 2002 http://www.naplesnews.com/02/08/perspective/d807135a.htm The Naples Daily News Black water is hitting home. Readers who may remain ambivalent about mysterious happenings in the distant gulf this past winter and reported by this newspaper now have added reason to take notice. The color photos on our front page on Sunday showed unexplainably dark water along the entire Southwest Florida coast, with an especially large and ominous blob at Sanibel Island on Aug. 1. Is it the same phenomenon first reported by fishermen as "dead zones" between Marco Island and the Dry Tortugas devoid of any sign of life? In view of scientific assessments citing severe damage to Florida Keys coral from the first bout of black water, now more than ever we need to know what is going on. Simply put, we need to know where it is coming from and what is causing it. Amid a seeming lack of concern or even acquiescence by public health or environmental agencies, private research teams are taking up the slack. There is nothing to gain from an official wait-and-see attitude. The fact that this has not happened before and there are more questions than answers is more cause for concern than casual dismissal. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Middle East, East Africa, Indian Ocean Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2002 12:56:01 +1000 From: Clive Wilkinson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov To coral reef workers Do you have any coral reef status or monitoring data and information for reefs in: The Arabian (Persian) Gulf, Arabian Sea, Red Sea, Eastern Africa, Southern Indian Ocean Islands or South Asia? The regional coordinators for the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network are compiling the latest information on the status of their reefs for publishing in Status of Coral Reefs of the World: 2002 due for release in November. There are often huge gaps in their information. They would like to hear from you on where and when you visited their regions and if possible get access to any data you have on the status of the reefs and fish populations. We would particularly like to get information on reefs before and after the massive 1998 bleaching event to document the extent of losses and subsequent recovery. Any data or anecdotal accounts will be useful. Also if you are launching major initiatives in any parts of this region, maybe we can include a Box in the next report. Please send these to the GCRMN Node Coordinators: Hassan Mohammadi and Fareed Krupp for the Arabian (Persian) Gulf, Arabian Sea, Abdullah Alsuhaibany for the Red Sea, Nyawira Muthiga and David Obura for Eastern Africa, Lionel Bigot for Southern Indian Ocean Islands, Ben Cattermoul for South Asia? Thank you Clive Wilkinson ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< Clive Wilkinson, Coordinator Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network c/o Australian Institute of Marine Science Tel: +61 7 4729 8452 or 4772 4314; Fax: +61 7 4729 8499 ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Southeast and East Asia Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2002 11:25:38 +1000 From: Clive Wilkinson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Second call to coral reef workers Do you have any coral reef status or monitoring data and information for reefs in: Southeast Asia (the ASEAN countries) and East Asia up to Japan The regional coordinators for the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network are compiling the latest information on the status of their reefs for publishing in Status of Coral Reefs of the World: 2002 due for release in November. There are often huge gaps in their information. They would like to hear from you on where and when you visited their regions and if possible get access to any data you have on the status of the reefs and fish populations. We would particularly like to get information on reefs before and after the massive 1998 bleaching event to document the extent of losses and subsequent recovery. Any data or anecdotal accounts will be useful. Also if you are launching major initiatives in any parts of this region, maybe we can include a Box in the next report. Please send these to the GCRMN Node Coordinators: ASEAN countries "Chou Loke Ming" East Asia Tadashi Kimura or , UNEP offices in Bangkok are also helping - "Connie Chiang" , And remember keep data flowing to ReefBase - Jamie Oliver Thank you Clive Wilkinson ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< Clive Wilkinson, Coordinator Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network c/o Australian Institute of Marine Science Tel: +61 7 4729 8452 or 4772 4314; Fax: +61 7 4729 8499 ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Baker/Howland bleaching event - severe?? Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2002 11:11:07 -0400 From: "Alan E Strong" To: Coral-list CC: Roger B Griffis , Marco Noordeloos , Dail Brown , Rusty Brainard , Gang Liu , Ingrid Guch , "Dr. Ove Hoegh-Guldberg" , Andy Hooten , Nancy Daschbach NOTICE -- BLEACHING ALERT Howland and Baker Islands -- 0-1N; 176W HotSpots have occupied these location along the Equator from this year's El Nino as it continues to remain parked over the central equatorial Pacific since mid-May! Degree Heating Weeks [accumulations of excessive thermal stress - Hotspots] are presently in excess of 12 DHWs...nearly 15 at the slightly more southern Baker Island!! Since we have been collecting HotSpots and DHWs [beginning 1998] we have never seen much of any accumulation of thermal stress at this location (near the International Dateline)....even the El Nino of 1998, with its associated bleaching events bypassed Howland and Baker . Reports needed. DHWs: http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhww.8.12.2002.gif Two white dots (land) are Howland/Baker: http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspotwsw.gif AE Strong Coral Reef Watch **** <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* Alan E. Strong Team Leader, Marine Applications Science Team (MAST) Coral Reef Watch Project Coordinator Phys Scientist/Oceanographer NOAA/NESDIS/ORA/ORAD -- E/RA3 NOAA Science Center -- RM 711W 5200 Auth Road Camp Springs, MD 20746-4304 Alan.E.Strong@noaa.gov 301-763-8102 x170 FAX: 301-763-8572 http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad --------------------------------------------------------------------- Alan E. Strong, Ph. D. Oceanographer/Team Leader NOAA/NESDIS/ORA Oceanic Research & Applications Division Alan E. Strong, Ph. D. Oceanographer/Team Leader NOAA/NESDIS/ORA Oceanic Research & Applications Division NOAA Science Center 5200 Auth Road Cellular: 443-822-3668 Camp Springs Fax: 301-763-8108 MD Work: 301-763-8102 x170 20746 USA Additional Information: Last Name Strong First Name Alan E. Version 2.1 Subject: THe Wider Pacific Date: Sat, 17 Aug 2002 13:32:26 +1000 From: Clive Wilkinson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Third call to coral reef workers Do you have any coral reef status or monitoring data and information for reefs in: The Pacific - Polynesia, Micronesia and Melanesia The regional coordinators for the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network are compiling the latest information on the status of their reefs for publishing in Status of Coral Reefs of the World: 2002 due for release in November. There are often huge gaps in their information. They would like to hear from you on where and when you visited their regions and if possible get access to any data you have on the status of the reefs and fish populations. We would particularly like to get information on reefs before and after the massive 1998 bleaching event to document the extent of losses and subsequent recovery. Any data or anecdotal accounts will be useful. Also if you are launching major initiatives in any parts of this region, maybe we can include a Box in the next report. Please send these to the GCRMN Node Coordinators: Micronesia, NW Pacific - Palau, The Marshalls, FSM, Northern Marianas, Guam - Carol Emaurois Polynesia SE Pacific- French Polynesia, Cook Islands, Tonga, Kiribati, Tokelau, Niue, Wallis & Futuna - Bernard SALVAT Melanesia SW Pacific- Fiji, New Caledonia, Nauru, Tuvalu, Solomon Ids, Vanuatu - "Reuben Sulu" and Cameron Hay Hay_C@usp.ac.fj, The report on the Northwest and High Hawaiian Islands is being coordinated by NOAA in Washington. Thank you Clive Wilkinson ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< Clive Wilkinson, Coordinator Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network c/o Australian Institute of Marine Science Tel: +61 7 4729 8452 or 4772 4314; Fax: +61 7 4729 8499 ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Bleaching, Phoenix Islands, Kiribati Date: Sat, 17 Aug 2002 13:10:27 +0400 From: David Obura Organization: CORDIO East Africa To: Coral List Dear Al, We were in the Phoenix Islands, Kiribati, at about 4 S and 173 W, part of the same island group as Baker and Howland. At the time of our surveys, June 10 to July 5, there was minor bleaching, or rather paling, of some corals in the lagoons of the two largest islands, Kanton and Orona. Both islands were surveyed towards the end of the period. Once back in the 'real world', I saw that this corresponded with 2-3 weeks of DHWs on the NOAA maps, hence too early to make any conclusion on the role of temperature. Corals affected were principally Acropora spp. and Echinopora,with less than 5-10% of colonies affected in some patches. At the time I thought it looked more like 'normal' paling of lagoon corals due to turbidity or lack of circulation. Putting together Samasoni Sauni's report of bleaching in Tuvalu at the same time as these observations, and Al's hotspot warnings further north now (6 weeks later), it looks like a warm water pool may have moved north. Water temperatures were measured at just under 30C the entire trip, using a temperature logger carried by a diver (the detailed data is still being analyzed), and we placed 7 loggers at various depths and reef zones (5/15/35m, leeward/windward/lagoon) for collection in the future. On an expedition in 2000 in the same months we did not notice any obvious signal of coral bleaching or mortality. We don't know if temperatures measured were higher in 2002 than usual, though it was our impression that the water was warmer than in 2000. We will try and obtain reports of any current bleaching from the islands from the i-Kiribati residents, and report those ASAP. regards, David Obura Some info on the expedition can be found at http://www.neaq.org/phoenix <+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+> David Obura CORDIO-East Africa P.O.BOX 10135, Mombasa, Kenya Tel/fax: +254-11-486473; Home: 474582; 0733-851656 Email: dobura@africaonline.co.ke Web: http://www.cordio.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Cook Island SST's during 1998 Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2002 18:03:34 +0800 From: Jamie Oliver To: "'Darrin Drumm'" , "Coral List (E-mail)" Hi Darrin ReefBase has a comprehensive database on coral bleaching (including all coral-list and NOAA records), which includes some records for the Cook Islands, and 2 records for Rarotonga (in1999, 2000) but nothing for 1998. Here is the link to Cook Island records on ReefBase: http://www.reefbase.org/threats/thr_bleaching.asp?country=COK&display=bleach ing If you find any bleaching reports for 1998, I would greatly appreciate it if you could send me the info so I can put it on ReefBase. Regards Jamie =============================== Jamie Oliver Senior Scientist (Coral Reef Projects) ICLARM - The World Fish Center PO Box 500, Penang 10670 Phone: (604) 626 1606 Fax: (604) 626 5530 email: J.Oliver@cgiar.org visit ReefBase on: www.reefbase.org =============================== -----Original Message----- From: Darrin Drumm [mailto:druda019@student.otago.ac.nz] Sent: Tuesday, 20 August 2002 11:07 AM To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Cook Island SST's during 1998 I am investigating sea cucumber gametogenic development for Rarotonga, Cook Islands (LAT=21 12S, LONG=159 46W)with respect to environmental triggers. The montly mean sea temperature data (available through Flinders University Tidal Facility) during 1998 shows a curious sudden increase from 23.9C in October 1998 to 27.5 C in November 1998. I am aware that there was a massive global coral bleaching event in 1998 that coincided with a strong El Nino/La Nina event. I presume that the SST data I have reflects this event. I have found some anecdotal reports on bleaching for Fiji and Samoa on the NOAA website, but I have been having difficulty finding information regarding the El Nino for Rarotonga. If anybody could direct me to information on the 1998 El Nino and its influence in the Cook Islands I would be very appreciative. Thanks Regards, Darrin Drumm Darrin Drumm PhD Candidate Department of Marine Science University of Otago P.O. Box 56 Dunedin, New Zealand ph: 64 3 479-8306 fax: 64 3 479-8336 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Reefs Special Issue Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2002 14:09:49 GMT From: "Chris T Perry" Organization: Manchester Metropolitan University To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, A reminder that the deadline for submission of manuscripts for a Special Issue of Coral Reefs on Marginal and Non Reef-Building Coral Environments is Sept. 1st 2002. Please see below for further details. Following discussions with Elsevier it is intended that this issue will now form part of Volume 22 (published late 2003). Volume 22 of Coral Reefs will include a Special Issue entitled “Marginal and Non Reef-Building Coral Environments.” The aim of this thematic issue is to highlight the varied character, processes, and issues relevant to more marginal coral-dominated settings, including high- latitude environments, high-turbidity sites, fluvially influenced sites, upwelling-influenced areas, and high-salinity settings. Under varied marginal conditions, reef framework is often either restricted or, in extreme cases, entirely absent. These settings are of significant interest from both biological and geological perspectives because they emphasize the highly variable nature of reef and coral community structure, may still harbour an important array of tropical coral-related species, and are often locally important from socio- economic perspectives. In addition, their marginal nature (perhaps close to the environmental thresholds for coral survival) may make them particularly susceptible to environmental disturbance and climatic change. From the geological perspective, there are interesting questions relating to the nature of marginal reef growth, their accumulation potential, and the processes of carbonate cycling (e.g., bioerosion, encrustation). Marginal sites may also have potential as analogues for the highly diverse coral- dominated settings that are preserved in the fossil record. Potential topics might include (but are not limited to) geological evolution and significance, sedimentary settings, species assemblages and ecological significance, coral physiology, environmental disturbance, management, and conservation. The issue (approximately 100 pages) will be published as soon as 12 papers have been accepted; additional submissions will be considered for publication in subsequent issues. Reviews and Reef Sites on an appropriate theme are also welcome. Papers should be submitted no later than 1st September 2002. Papers should follow the guidelines for Coral Reefs and may be submitted to the Guest Editors in pdf format (they will also be accepted by the Guest Editors at the ISRS Meeting in Cambridge at which there is a related thematic session running). To ensure a speedy publication, manuscripts should be submitted as soon as possible. Prospective authors should first contact the Guest Editors, Chris Perry or Piers Larcombe. Dr Chris Perry Dept. of Environmental & Geographical Sciences,  Manchester Metropolitan University, John Dalton Building  Chester Street, Manchester, M1 5GD U.K. Tel: +44 (0) 161 247 6210  Fax: +44 (0) 161 247 6318 E-mail: { HYPERLINK "mailto:c.t.perry@mmu.ac.uk" }c.t.perry@mmu.ac.uk Dr Piers Larcombe Marine Geophysical Laboratory, James Cook University, Townsville, 4811Australia. Tel. +61 7 47815056 Fax. +61 7 47814334 E-mail: { HYPERLINK "mailto:piers.larcombe@jcu.edu.au" }piers.larcombe@jcu.edu.au Dr. Chris Perry Dept. of Environmental and Geographical Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University, John Dalton Building, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD. U.K. Tel: (0161) 247 6210 Fax: (0161) 247 6318 E-mail: C.T.Perry@mmu.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Cook Island SST's during 1998 Date: Mon, 19 Aug 2002 17:07:05 -1000 From: Darrin Drumm To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I am investigating sea cucumber gametogenic development for Rarotonga, Cook Islands (LAT=21 12S, LONG=159 46W)with respect to environmental triggers. The montly mean sea temperature data (available through Flinders University Tidal Facility) during 1998 shows a curious sudden increase from 23.9C in October 1998 to 27.5 C in November 1998. I am aware that there was a massive global coral bleaching event in 1998 that coincided with a strong El Nino/La Nina event. I presume that the SST data I have reflects this event. I have found some anecdotal reports on bleaching for Fiji and Samoa on the NOAA website, but I have been having difficulty finding information regarding the El Nino for Rarotonga. If anybody could direct me to information on the 1998 El Nino and its influence in the Cook Islands I would be very appreciative. Thanks Regards, Darrin Drumm Darrin Drumm PhD Candidate Department of Marine Science University of Otago P.O. Box 56 Dunedin, New Zealand ph: 64 3 479-8306 fax: 64 3 479-8336 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: The Wider Caribbean and Atlantic Date: Tue, 20 Aug 2002 15:41:04 +1000 From: Clive Wilkinson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Fourth call to coral reef workers Do you have any coral reef status or monitoring data and information for reefs in: The Caribbean - Atlantic Reef areas (from Brazil to Bermuda; Barbados to Ecuador and Mexico). The regional coordinators for the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network are compiling the latest information on the status of their reefs for publishing in Status of Coral Reefs of the World: 2002 due for release in November. There are often huge gaps in their information. They would like to hear from you on where and when you visited their regions and if possible get access to any data you have on the status of the reefs and fish populations. We would particularly like to get information on reefs before and after the massive 1998 bleaching event to document the extent of losses and subsequent recovery. Any data or anecdotal accounts will be useful. Also if you are launching major initiatives in any parts of this region, maybe we can include a Box in the next report. Please send these to the GCRMN Node Coordinators: South American States - Costa Rica to Brazil - Jaime Garzon Ferreira (jgarzon@invemar.org.co) and Alberto Rodriguez (betorod@invemar.org.co); Mesoamerican Barrier Reef countries of Central America - Mexico to Nicaragua - Patricia Almada-Villela (palmadav@mbrs.org.bz), Ernesto Arias (earias@mda.cinvestav.mx) and Melanie McField" Northern Caribbean Islands Jamaica to Dominican Rep. to Bermuda - Dulcie Linton (dmlinton@uwimona.edu.jm) and George Warner (gfwarner@uwimona.edu.jm) Eastern Caribbean States - the Antilles Chain from Trinidad to Anguilla - Allan Smith Netherlands Antilles - send to Paul Hoetjes and Allan Smith British Overseas Territories - Trish Bailey and Dulcie Linton (dmlinton@uwimona.edu.jm) US Caribbean reefs - Donna Turgeon (Donna.Turgeon@noaa.gov), and Mark Monaco mark.monaco@noaa.gov from NOAA in Washington. Thank you Clive Wilkinson ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< Clive Wilkinson, Coordinator Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network c/o Australian Institute of Marine Science Tel: +61 7 4729 8452 or 4772 4314; Fax: +61 7 4729 8499 ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ~~~~~~ <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Porites branneri Date: Tue, 20 Aug 2002 16:11:02 -0400 From: "Greenforce Andros" To: I have an enquiry about the coral Porites branneri and its distribution. Is it found as far north as the Bahamas as I have a possible ID on Andros Island, Bahamas? Many thanks Adam Hughes Research Co-ordinator Greenforce Research Station Blanket Sound Andros Tel: 1-242-368-6288 Email: greenforce@batelnet.bs ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Reef fish in the Persian Gulf Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2002 15:41:28 +0200 From: Marc Kochzius To: Coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, athompso@aims.gov.au Hi Angus, here are some references: Carpenter KE, Krupp F, Jones DA, Zajonz U (1997) Living marine resources of Kuwait, Eastern Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. FAO species identification field guide for fishery purposes, Rome, FAO Coles SL, Tarr AB (1990) Reef fish assemblages in the western Arabian Gulf: a geographically isolated population in an extreme environment. Bull Mar Sci 47(3): 696-720 Krupp F, Müller T, Al-Sana’a M, Al-Marri M (1994) Survey of fishes and fish assemblages in Dawhat ad-Dafi, Dawhat al-Musallamiya and the Gulf Coral Islands. In: Feltkamp E, Krupp F (eds) Establishment of a marine habitat and wildlife sanctuary for the Gulf region. Final report for phase II. Forschungsinstitut Senckenberg, Frankfurt, p 537-558 Krupp F, Almarri, MA (1996) Fishes and fish assemblages of the Jubail marine wildlife sanctuary. In: Krupp R, Abuzinada AH, Nader IA (eds) A marine wildlife sanctuary for the Arabian Gulf. Environmental research and conservation following the 1991 Gulf war oil spill. NCWCD, Riyadh and Senckenberg Research Institute, Frankfurt, p 339-350 Best fishes Marc At 09:37 12.08.2002 +1000, you wrote: >Dear Listers > >I'm looking to undertake fish visual census surveys in the Persian Gulf >and am having difficulty obtaining a comprehensive list of reef associated >species. I've tried FishBase however there are some obvious omissions to >the searches it allows. Anyone know of a good source? > >Cheers ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> Marc Kochzius Department of Biotechnology and Molecular Genetics Centre for Environmental Research and Technology (UFT) University of Bremen Leobener Strasse 28359 Bremen Germany Phone: +49 (0) 421-218-7225 (office) +49 (0) 421-218-7679 (Lab) Fax: +49 (0) 421-218-7578 Biotechnology: www.uft.uni-bremen.de/biotech/english/bmg_main.html Coral Reef Webpage: www.oceanium.de <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Porites branneri Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2002 08:48:14 -0500 From: Joshua Feingold To: "Greenforce Andros" , Be careful about casual reports of Porites branneri. This species is very difficult to identify in the field. It is my understanding that there are subtle differences in calicular structure that distinguish it from other Porites species. Indeed, there is controversy about the Porites porites / P. furcata / P. divaricata series as well. One thing IS clear - color is a poor diagnostic tool. Many forms of Porites can be found with tan/beige/blue/purple/lavendar color varieties. I've heard that Ernesto Weil has done some work on the taxonomy of Porites branneri. Ernesto, any feedback? Cheers, Joshua Feingold At 04:11 PM 08/20/2002 -0400, Greenforce Andros wrote: >I have an enquiry about the coral Porites branneri and its distribution. Is >it found as far north as the Bahamas as I have a possible ID on Andros >Island, Bahamas? > >Many thanks >Adam Hughes >Research Co-ordinator > >Greenforce Research Station >Blanket Sound >Andros >Tel: 1-242-368-6288 >Email: greenforce@batelnet.bs > >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Fw: [campam] Blanqueamiento en Cozumel...bleaching in Cozumel Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2002 11:04:13 -0500 From: "Alessandra Vanzella-Khouri" Organization: United Nations Environment Programme To: ----- Original Message ----- From: "José Juan Domínguez Calderón" To: "campam" Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2002 10:13 AM Subject: [campam] Blanqueamiento en Cozumel...bleaching in Cozumel Estimados: estamos registrando en Cozumel, balnqueamiento en Montastrea anularis y acropora cervicornis....alguien tiene informacion al respecto o estan en alguna situacion similar?....gracias....desde cuando, en cozumel se hizo bastante evidente desde la semana pasada.... José Juan Domínguez Calderón Subdirector Parque Nacional Arrecifes de Cozumel Plaza del Sol Altos, Cozumel, Q. Roo, México. 77600 Tel: +52 (987) 8724689, Fax: + 52 (987) 8724275 E-Mail: pmnczm@cozumel.com.mx , explorer1043@hotmail.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------ Yahoo! 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Following discussions with Springer it is intended that this issue will now form part of Volume 22 (published late 2003) Special Issue of Coral Reefs, on Marginal and Non Reef-Building Coral Environments Volume 22 of Coral Reefs will include a Special Issue entitled “Marginal and Non Reef-Building Coral Environments.” The aim of this thematic issue is to highlight the varied character, processes, and issues relevant to more marginal coral-dominated settings, including high- latitude environments, high-turbidity sites, fluvially influenced sites, upwelling-influenced areas, and high-salinity settings. Under varied marginal conditions, reef framework is often either restricted or, in extreme cases, entirely absent. These settings are of significant interest from both biological and geological perspectives because they emphasize the highly variable nature of reef and coral community structure, may still harbour an important array of tropical coral-related species, and are often locally important from socio- economic perspectives. In addition, their marginal nature (perhaps close to the environmental thresholds for coral survival) may make them particularly susceptible to environmental disturbance and climatic change. From the geological perspective, there are interesting questions relating to the nature of marginal reef growth, their accumulation potential, and the processes of carbonate cycling (e.g., bioerosion, encrustation). Marginal sites may also have potential as analogues for the highly diverse coral- dominated settings that are preserved in the fossil record. Potential topics might include (but are not limited to) geological evolution and significance, sedimentary settings, species assemblages and ecological significance, coral physiology, environmental disturbance, management, and conservation. The issue (approximately 100 pages) will be published as soon as 12 papers have been accepted; additional submissions will be considered for publication in subsequent issues. Reviews and Reef Sites on an appropriate theme are also welcome. Papers should be submitted no later than 1st September 2002. Papers should follow the guidelines for Coral Reefs and may be submitted to the Guest Editors in pdf format (they will also be accepted by the Guest Editors at the ISRS Meeting in Cambridge at which there is a related thematic session running). To ensure a speedy publication, manuscripts should be submitted as soon as possible. Prospective authors should first contact the Guest Editors, Chris Perry or Piers Larcombe. Dr Chris Perry Dept. of Environmental & Geographical Sciences,  Manchester Metropolitan University, John Dalton Building  Chester Street, Manchester, M1 5GD U.K. Tel: +44 (0) 161 247 6210  Fax: +44 (0) 161 247 6318 E-mail: { HYPERLINK "mailto:c.t.perry@mmu.ac.uk" }c.t.perry@mmu.ac.uk Dr Piers Larcombe Marine Geophysical Laboratory, James Cook University, Townsville, 4811Australia. Tel. +61 7 47815056 Fax. +61 7 47814334 E-mail: { HYPERLINK "mailto:piers.larcombe@jcu.edu.au" }piers.larcombe@jcu.edu.au Dr. Chris Perry Dept. of Environmental and Geographical Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University, John Dalton Building, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD. U.K. Tel: (0161) 247 6210 Fax: (0161) 247 6318 E-mail: C.T.Perry@mmu.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Southeastern Phycological Colloquy Date: Thu, 22 Aug 2002 15:18:02 -0400 From: Dennis Hanisak To: "'psa@colostate.edu'" , "'ALGAE-L'" , "'Seagrass Forum'" , "'coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" 24th Annual Southeastern Phycological Colloquy November 1-3, 2002 J. Seward Johnson Marine Education and Conference Center Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution Fort Pierce, Florida It's that time of the year -- colloquy time! For twenty-four years, professionals and students who study algae (freshwater or marine), seagrasses, or other marine plants have gathered together, from all over the southeastern United States (and beyond), to share their research activities and ideas. According to Webster, a colloquy is "a high-level serious discussion". Don't let the name fool you! We'll have plenty of serious discussion at this year's colloquy, but we plan to have some fun, too. The meeting is open to anyone interested; student contributions are especially encouraged. So bring all your colleagues, students, and friends! Contributed paper and poster sessions are planned for the full day of Saturday, November 2. Film/video presentations will also be welcomed. If participants wish, tours of Harbor Branch and/or field trips to local habitats will be held. Pre-Registration A registration fee of $40 for students and $75 for other participants will cover the cost of the meeting. Payment includes a Friday night cook-out and buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner, and coffee breaks on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday's dinner can be purchased separately for accompanying (unregistered) spouses or guests. Airports and Accommodations Harbor Branch is centrally located between the cities of Fort Pierce and Vero Beach, a 1-2-hour drive from 3 national airports (Melbourne, 45 miles; West Palm Beach, 75 miles; and Orlando, 110 miles). The best fares are most often into Orlando. There is a wide choice of hotels within 10 miles of the Conference Center. Hotel rooms may be reserved at a conference rate of $79 at the Radisson Beach Resort North Hutchinson Island on the ocean in Fort Pierce. Participants should book hotel rooms directly with the Radisson at (800) 333-3333 or (772) 465-5544 and reference the "Harbor Branch corporate rate". Dorm rooms are available adjacent to the Conference Center at $30 per night (students will have first priority for dorm rooms, through October 1). Dorm rooms may be reserved on the registration form. Additional details on the meeting schedule will be sent to all who send in the registration form. Please reply by October 1 to: M. Dennis Hanisak, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, 5600 U.S. 1 North, Fort Pierce, FL 34946; Tel: (772) 465-2400, x306; e-mail: hanisak@hboi.edu. MEETING REGISTRATION FORM Return by October 1, 2002 NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: ( ) E-MAIL: TITLE OF TALK ( ) OR POSTER ( ): AUTHOR(S): PRESENTER: ( ) STUDENT? REGISTRATION PAYMENT (Payment includes the Friday night cook-out and buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner, and coffee breaks on Saturday): PARTICIPANT ($75.00) STUDENT ($40.00) DORM BED FOR FRIDAY NIGHT ($30.00 PER PERSON, all taxes included) DORM BED FOR SATURDAY NIGHT ($30.00 PER PERSON, all taxes included) SATURDAY DINNER FOR ACCOMPANYING PERSONS ($25.00 PER PERSON) Name(s) of accompanying persons: TOTAL REMITTED Send your check, payable to Harbor Branch Institution, with this form to: M. Dennis Hanisak, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, 5600 U.S. 1 North, Fort Pierce, FL 34946. Make hotel reservations directly with the Radisson Beach Resort North Hutchinson Island (2600 North A-1A, Fort Pierce) at (800) 333-3333 or (772) 465-5544. Reference the "Harbor Branch corporate rate". A limited number of dorm rooms (bunk beds) are available at $30.00/night (all taxes included). If interested, please reserve a bed above. A Quick Poll (Optional) I will be arriving at the Colloquy (please check one): On Friday in time for the cook-out (by 7:00 p.m.) On Friday night after the cook-out On Saturday I am interested in (please check any that apply): WHEN? Friday Sunday p.m. a.m. p.m. A tour of Harbor Branch Collections from local habitats OTHER COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS: ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Scientist claims Naples Daily News Report Incorrect (Solares Hill weekly) Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2002 10:29:39 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: corallist William F. Precht, P.G. Ecological Sciences Program Manager PBS&J 2001 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172 305-592-7275 fax:305-594-9574 1-800-597-7275 bprecht@pbsj.com -----Original Message----- From: Nancy Klingener [mailto:nklingener@psinet.com] Sent: Friday, August 16, 2002 4:10 PM To: FL-ENVIRONEWSCLIPS@LISTS.SIERRACLUB.ORG Subject: [FL-ENVIRO-NEWS] Scientist claims Naples Daily News Report Incorrect (Solares Hill weekly) Environmental News Clippings of Interest to South Florida NOTE: Your replies default to the Commons-Everglades list For those following the Black Water thread on the list, please note the following - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - >From Solares Hill, a weekly newspaper based in Key West. It is not available online. The following appeared in the column titled Editor's Notes: "The report this week in The Naples Daily News that last year's black water phenomenon had killed half of the corals north of the Keys was incorrect, according to Dr. James Porter, a leading coral researcher who was quoted extensively in the story. Porter is mystified and quite upset and says he has no idea where the quotes attributed to him came from. This story caused a considerable stir, as folks bemoaned the huge loss on the reef. Of course most of those bemoaning were those who continue to think the Keys run north and south instead of east and west. That puts the die-off in Florida Bay, not on the reef -- still a loss, but not as dire as some first imagined." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Scientist claims Naples Daily News Report Incorrect (Solares Hill weekly) Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2002 16:19:28 EDT From: ZolloCR@aol.com To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Regarding an editorial in Key West's free, weekly newspaper Solares Hill that was distributed on this list serve, I stand by my reporting of quotes by Dr. James Porter about the coral die off north of the Keys. The story ran Aug. 11 in the Naples Daily News. Porter told others of these findings prior to the publication of my story. Several of them told me, and I corroborated these reports with him during a lengthy telephone interview. His only complaint to me came a week after publication. He was upset because some people, including major news outlets, had confused "north" of the Keys to be the upper two-thirds of the Keys, including, he said at the time, Key Largo and Key Biscayne. I was upset as well at this confusion and ran a clarification that I emailed to Porter a week ago. I await publication of his data. Cathy Zollo Staff Writer Naples Daily News (239) 263-4764 crzollo@naplesnews.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Scientist claims Naples Daily News Report Incorrect (Solares Hill weekly) Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2002 19:39:58 -0400 From: "Billy Causey" Organization: NOAA FKNMS To: ZolloCR@aol.com CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Greetings Cathy, I am going to attempt to interpret some of the reaction to Jim Porter's report of the decline of coral cover at the location of the "Rock Pile" north of the Content Keys in the Gulf of Mexico. This is in an area where the Keys run east to west and north is towards the Gulf and south is towards the Atlantic. Now, having given the coral list a geography lesson on the Florida Keys, another issue relates to the level of coral loss over the past year (during the Blackwater Event of the winter). The area Porter described is one of the 43 permanent, long-term monitoring stations in the Florida Keys National marine Sanctuary. Porter and his colleagues (other PIs on the project Walt Jaap and Jennifer Wheaton - FWCC) reported alarming decline in the coral cover at this same site in the 1996-99 timeframe. I recall some of the reports as being quite alarming at the time. While I am not claiming the corals aren't dead, I feel compelled to sort out (using the long-term monitoring data) the level of loss then as opposed to this year. Again, I am not saying the corals haven't died .... I am merely attempting to let the data help our scientific investigators interpret some of the answers to the questions: what? when? where? why? and how much. Clearly, if anything this unfortunate set of circumstances has pointed out, there is not simply a single factor or stressor affecting the health of coral reefs, whether it is in the Florida Keys, the Lower Caribbean or in the Indo-west Pacific. I recall specifically receiving a call in the 1997-98 timeframe, where one of our investigators told me about the rate of decline recorded in 1997-98 on the "Rock Pile" and now I hear it second-hand (through the press) again this year. There was not a Blackwater Event in 1997-98 .... but it was the first year in recorded time in the Florida Keys that we had back to back annual coral bleaching events. This year we had a massive Diatom bloom that was part of what we called Blackwater that had a devastating impact on the north (Gulf) side of the Keys. There's is no denying the level of impact this year due to the Blackwater. I spent 30 minutes on the phone with a 5th generation Conch yesterday who said he had never witnessed anything like it in his life. Soft corals are dead, small solitary corals are dead .... and some of the massive coral colonies are dead. What's happening to our coral reefs is complicated and is occurring at local, regional and global scales. Those scientists who continually look for THE "smoking gun" regarding the impacts to coral reefs, I am afraid, are going to be frustrated for a long time to come. I had rather see us collectively sort out or tease out the things management can directly focus effort on and search for ways to address the impacts whose solutions are currently out of the reach of us managers. Like coral reefs located near populated centers around the world, the coral reefs in the Florida Keys are in a state of decline. However, that decline (except for what is reported in the Gulf) has leveled off for the past two years in a row. I wonder if this has anything to do with the fact that we have not had any coral bleaching of major significance since 1998? I could keep writing ..... but realize I am going to generate enough response to keep me busy responding with what I have already written. Take care, Billy ZolloCR@aol.com wrote: > Regarding an editorial in Key West's free, weekly newspaper Solares Hill that > was distributed on this list serve, I stand by my reporting of quotes by Dr. > James Porter about the coral die off north of the Keys. The story ran Aug. 11 > in the Naples Daily News. Porter told others of these findings prior to the > publication of my story. Several of them told me, and I corroborated these > reports with him during a lengthy telephone interview. His only complaint to > me came a week after publication. He was upset because some people, including > major news outlets, had confused "north" of the Keys to be the upper > two-thirds of the Keys, including, he said at the time, Key Largo and Key > Biscayne. I was upset as well at this confusion and ran a clarification that > I emailed to Porter a week ago. I await publication of his data. > > Cathy Zollo > Staff Writer > Naples Daily News > (239) 263-4764 > crzollo@naplesnews.com > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . -- Billy D. Causey, Superintendent Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary PO Box 500368 Marathon, FL 33050 (305) 743-2437 phone (305) 743-2357 Fax billy.causey@noaa.gov http://www.fknms.nos.noaa.gov/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Reef fish in the Persian Gulf Date: Sat, 24 Aug 2002 08:54:34 +0500 From: Michel Claereboudt To: Marc Kochzius , , On 8/21/02 6:41 PM, "Marc Kochzius" wrote: > Hi Angus, > > here are some references: > Carpenter KE, Krupp F, Jones DA, Zajonz U (1997) Living marine resources of > Kuwait, Eastern Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. > FAO species identification field guide for fishery purposes, Rome, FAO > Coles SL, Tarr AB (1990) Reef fish assemblages in the western Arabian Gulf: > a geographically isolated population in an extreme environment. Bull Mar > Sci 47(3): 696-720 > Krupp F, Müller T, Al-Sana’a M, Al-Marri M (1994) Survey of fishes and fish > assemblages in Dawhat ad-Dafi, Dawhat al-Musallamiya and the Gulf Coral > Islands. In: Feltkamp E, Krupp F (eds) Establishment of a marine habitat > and wildlife sanctuary for the Gulf region. Final report for phase II. > Forschungsinstitut Senckenberg, Frankfurt, p 537-558 > Krupp F, Almarri, MA (1996) Fishes and fish assemblages of the Jubail > marine wildlife sanctuary. In: Krupp R, Abuzinada AH, Nader IA (eds) A > marine wildlife sanctuary for the Arabian Gulf. Environmental research and > conservation following the 1991 Gulf war oil spill. NCWCD, Riyadh and > Senckenberg Research Institute, Frankfurt, p 339-350 > > Best fishes > Marc > > > > At 09:37 12.08.2002 +1000, you wrote: >> Dear Listers >> >> I'm looking to undertake fish visual census surveys in the Persian Gulf >> and am having difficulty obtaining a comprehensive list of reef associated >> species. I've tried FishBase however there are some obvious omissions to >> the searches it allows. Anyone know of a good source? >> >> Cheers > >> <> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> ><> > Marc Kochzius > Department of Biotechnology and Molecular Genetics > Centre for Environmental Research and Technology (UFT) > University of Bremen > Leobener Strasse > 28359 Bremen > Germany > > Phone: +49 (0) 421-218-7225 (office) > +49 (0) 421-218-7679 (Lab) > Fax: +49 (0) 421-218-7578 > > Biotechnology: www.uft.uni-bremen.de/biotech/english/bmg_main.html > Coral Reef Webpage: www.oceanium.de > <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > John Randall's Book: Coastal fishes of Oman (Crawford house publishing) 1995 probably covers most of the reef fishes of the Arabian Gulf. There is also a small booklet by Carpenter et al. And published by the Kuwait institute of Scienctific Research (KISR). Corals and coral reef fishes of Kuwait. Cheers, -- Michel Claereboudt Sultan Qaboos University College of Agricultural and Marine Sciences (BOX 34) Dpt. Marine Science and Fisheries Al-Khod 123 Sultanate of Oman Tel (968) 515 249 Fax (968) 513 418 Email; michelc@squ.edu.om ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Call for submission of manuscripts: Special Issue of Coral Date: Mon, 26 Aug 2002 14:06:45 -0400 From: "Richard E. Dodge" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Reefs, on Remote Sensing of Coral Reefs Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list Call for submission of manuscripts Special Issue of Coral Reefs, on Remote Sensing of Coral Reefs Volume 23 of Coral Reefs will include a Special Issue entitled “Remote Sensing of Coral Reefs.” The aim of this thematic issue is to present and discuss the potential of remote sensing data to increase the understanding of coral reef processes at various temporal and spatial scales. Integration of remote sensing data in coral reef studies is a very fast-moving domain, boosted by multidisciplinary research, continuous technological development, increased numbers of platforms, and increased availability of calibrated digital data providing repetitive synoptic coverage. In many aspects, remote sensing of reefs is still in its infancy and is still poorly used for scientific/management purposes, despite its potential. Innovative research suggests that space-borne, airborne, and shipborne passive or active data can provide substantial input in numerous studies on reef ecosystem processes such as: refining hydrodynamic models by assimilation of remote sensing data; characterization of reef growth patterns; assessment of the influence of climate/weather on reef growth patterns; design and calibration/validation of bio-optical models; biogeochemical budgets; assessment of biodiversity spatial patterns; connection between land and reef changes; import and export of materials via oceanic currents, rivers or sediment plumes; design of bleaching/disease/turbidity risk maps; change detection; fusion of active and passive data for high resolution 2D or 3D mapping; optimization approach for mapping bottom types/bathymetry/water quality; fusion of multi-scale data; and innovative spectral unmixing or classification algorithms. These are some of the topics where remote sensing combined with modeling are or in the near future will be key to understanding processes between reefs, land, ocean, atmosphere, and human communities. Potential topics for this Special Issue are not limited to the above subjects. A mapping exercise without significant methodological novelty would not be considered except in the form of one- or two-page "Reef Sites" communications for sites of particular interest where classification schemes, accuracy assessment protocol, error matrix, and surface areas of each class will be required. Reviews on an appropriate theme are also welcome. The issue (approximately 100 pages) will be published as soon as 12 papers have been accepted; additional submissions will be considered for publication in subsequent issues. Papers should be submitted no later than the end of February 2003. Papers should follow the guidelines for Coral Reefs and may be submitted to either of the Guest Editors in pdf or regular format. To ensure a speedy publication, manuscripts should be submitted as soon as possible to compile the volume for a publication anticipated for 2004 in Vol. 23. Prospective authors should first contact Guest Editor Serge Andréfouët or Bernhard Riegl: Dr. Serge Andréfouët College of Marine Science, Institute for Marine Remote Sensing University of South Florida 140 7th Avenue South St. Petersburg, FL 33701 USA Tel: +1-727-553-3987/ +1-727-553-1186 Fax: +1-727-553-1103 Email: serge@seas.marine.usf.edu Dr. Bernhard Riegl National Coral Reef Institute Nova Southeastern University Oceanographic Center 8000 North Ocean Drive Dania Beach, FL 33004 USA Tel: +1-954-262-3671 Fax: +1-954-262-4027 Email: rieglb@nova.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Porites branneri Date: Mon, 26 Aug 02 14:51:19 -0400 From: Stephen C Jameson To: "Joshua Feingold" , "Greenforce Andros" , "Coral-List" Dear Adam, Porites branneri is distinguished morphologically by the presence of pali and the absence of a columella tubercle. For quantitative and qualitative keys to distinguishing western Atlantic and Caribbean Porites species using morphological characters see: Jameson SC (1997) Morphometric analysis of the Poritidae (Anthozoa: Scleractinia) off Belize. Proc 8th International Coral Reef Symposium, Panama 2:1591-1596 (If anyone would like a reprint just send me a stamped self addressed envelope and I'll pass one along.) Regarding the species controversy: Using electrophoresis, fixed allel differences were found among P. astreoides, P. porites, P. furcata, P. divaricata, P. colonensis and P. branneri off Panama by Weil (1992) confiming they are distinct species. Using the genetic results of Weil (1992), Jameson (1997) shows these valid species can be distinguished using various morphological/morphometric techniques and discusses what characters are reliable in morphological analysis. >Be careful about casual reports of Porites branneri. This species is very >difficult to identify in the field. It is my understanding that there are >subtle differences in calicular structure that distinguish it from other >Porites species. Indeed, there is controversy about the Porites porites / >P. furcata / P. divaricata series as well. One thing IS clear - color is a >poor diagnostic tool. Many forms of Porites can be found with >tan/beige/blue/purple/lavendar color varieties. I've heard that Ernesto >Weil has done some work on the taxonomy of Porites branneri. Ernesto, any >feedback? > >Cheers, > >Joshua Feingold > >At 04:11 PM 08/20/2002 -0400, Greenforce Andros wrote: >>I have an enquiry about the coral Porites branneri and its distribution. Is >>it found as far north as the Bahamas as I have a possible ID on Andros >>Island, Bahamas? >> >>Many thanks >>Adam Hughes >>Research Co-ordinator >> >>Greenforce Research Station >>Blanket Sound >>Andros >>Tel: 1-242-368-6288 >>Email: greenforce@batelnet.bs Best regards, Dr. Stephen C. Jameson, President Coral Seas Inc. - Integrated Coastal Zone Management 4254 Hungry Run Road, The Plains, VA 20198-1715 USA Office: 703-754-8690, Fax: 703-754-9139 Email: sjameson@coralseas.com Web Site: www.coralseas.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: New CHAMP Coral Disease Page Date: Tue, 27 Aug 2002 08:53:41 -0400 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Greetings, Coral-Listers! It is our pleasure to announce NOAA/CHAMP's new Coral Disease Identification and Information Web Page at: http://www.coral.noaa.gov/coral_disease/ We have endeavored to review other coral disease pages on the Web and to make this one unique and modern, utilizing input from many of our coral disease colleagues. This new page: * Emphasizes coral diseases which have enjoyed peer review ("Characterized Diseases"). * Includes a "Literature" section to have up-to-date peer-reviewed publications. (We earnestly seek any additions you may wish us to include.) * Showcases NOAA's new Coral Disease & Health Consortium (CDHC), organized in January, 2002. The CDHC seeks to "...organize and coordinate the scientific resources of the U.S. and its territories to meet the challenge of globally declining coral reefs." * Supplies good descriptive photographs of described coral diseases. We very much enjoin you to offer other good quality photos which may display the diseases in a suitably diagnostic fashion. We very much look forward to your input and hope that it will help all of us come to a consensus on coral disease identification and nomenclature. Sincerely yours, Jim Hendee, NOAA Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory Laurie Richardson, Florida International University Monika Gurnee, NOAA Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory Cheryl Woodley, NOAA Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research Laura Kracker, NOAA Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Position available Date: Tue, 27 Aug 2002 15:42:56 -0700 From: "Reef Check Headquarters" To: Please circulate, far and wide... The Los Angeles-based Reef Check Foundation is seeking to hire a mid-level coral reef fisheries scientist (Master’s Degree or higher) to carry out field monitoring of both fin-fish and invertebrates targeted by the marine aquarium trade to start as soon as possible. The primary task will be to gather population data on coral reef fish and invertebrates, and to test a new stock assessment monitoring protocol (MAQTRAC) specially designed for marine aquarium trade organisms. The scientist will be based almost entirely in the field and will carry out the work primarily in the Philippines, Indonesia and Fiji. The scientist will be supported by a field network of Reef Check, Marine Aquarium Council and IMA scientists and managers and will collaborate with other partners including WWF and US NOAA. The position is funded for one year with possibility of renewal for a longer period. Applicants should have: 1) Excellent species-level taxonomic skills with Indo-pacific coral reef fish and a good knowledge of coral reef invertebrate taxonomy; 2) At least two years experience field monitoring coral reef fish using underwater visual census methods in the Indo-pacific region; 3) Solid understanding of and ability to work with multivariate statistics and standard fisheries models including surplus production and yield-per-recruit models; 4) Ability to work independently and for long periods in remote locations where English is not commonly spoken; 5) Excellent health and be willing to spend at least 50% of the work days underwater; 6) Fluency in spoken English and demonstrated ability to write high quality technical reports; 7) A valid passport and ability to travel to and from the three target countries. 8) Certified diver (200+ dives). For the right person, this will be a dream position to work in exotic locations and to carry out ground-breaking, much-needed research on a highly controversial fishery. This is an opportunity to develop the basic science needed to determine whether it is possible to sustainably manage the collection of coral reef fish and invertebrates for the marine aquarium trade. Applicants should send their CV, a list of three references (with email address and telephone numbers), previous salary history and expected salary for this position in US$, and a cover letter providing further details about how the applicant’s experience matches the requirements to Program Manager Lena Maun at Tel: (1) 310-794-4985 Fax: (1) 310-825-0758. The position will be open until filled and is open to citizens of any country. The applicant should be prepared to start field work by January 1, 2002 at the latest. Hope you are having a great day! Kelly ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Kelly McGee Outreach Coordinator Reef Check Headquarters Institute of the Environment 1362 Hershey Hall, Box 951496 University of California at Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 USA 1-310-794-4985 (phone) 1-310-825-0758 (fax) rcheck2@ucla.edu www.reefcheck.org Starfish are falling stars who have landed in the sea ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Job Position available - please ignore Date: Tue, 27 Aug 2002 16:33:52 -0700 From: "Reef Check Headquarters" To: Please ignore the past email sent out for mid-level coral reef fisheries scientist. This was a mistake. I am truly sorry for any inconvenience. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Reefs vol. 21 no. 2 (2002) Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2002 08:08:48 -0400 From: To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The following articles in the latest Coral Reefs journal may be of use to coral-listers: Record 1. TI: Experience shapes the susceptibility of a reef coral to bleaching AU: Brown, BE; Dunne, RP; Goodson, MS; Douglas, AE JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 119-126 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 2. TI: A cnidarian neuropeptide of the GLWamide family induces metamorphosis of reef-building corals in the genus Acropora AU: Iwao, K; Fujisawa, T; Hatta, M JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 127-130 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 3. TI: Do sponges exchange secondary metabolites? AU: Schaft, D; Mebs, D JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 130-159 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 4. TI: Responses of coral and fish assemblages to a severe but short-lived tropical cyclone on the Great Barrier Reef, Australia AU: Cheal, AJ; Coleman, G; Delean, S; Miller, I; Osborne, K; Sweatman, H JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 131-146 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 5. TI: Genetic evidence for a protozoan (phylum Apicomplexa) associated with corals of the Montastraea annularis species complex AU: Toller, WW; Rowan, R; Knowlton, N JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 143-154 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 6. TI: Choosing the appropriate spatial resolution for monitoring coral bleaching events using remote sensing AU: Andrefouet, S; Berkelmans, R; Odriozola, L; Done, T; Oliver, J; MullerKarger, F JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 147-160 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 7. TI: Large-scale surveys on the Florida Reef Tract indicate poor recovery of the long-spined sea urchin Diadema antillarum AU: Chiappone, M; Swanson, DW; Miller, SL; Smith, SG JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 155-178 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 8. TI: Occurrence of Trapezia associated with Acropora: on the "wrong" host coral? AU: Tsuchiya, M; Nojima, S JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 160-190 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 9. TI: Sexual reproduction of Brazilian coral Mussismilia hispida (Verrill, 1902) AU: Neves, EG; Pires, DO JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 161-168 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 10. TI: Evaluation of the fidelity of isotope records as an environmental proxy in the coral Montastraea AU: Watanabe, T; Winter, A; Oba, T; Anzai, R; Ishioroshi, H JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 169-204 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 11. TI: An analysis of the loss of acroporid corals at Looe Key, Florida, USA: 1983-2000 AU: Miller, MW; Bourque, AS; Bohnsack, JA JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 179-182 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 12. TI: Tidal current orientation of Plectropomus leopardus (Serranidae) AU: Zeller, DC JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 183-187 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 13. TI: Fishes other than anemonefishes that associate with sea anemones AU: Randall, JE; Fautin, DG JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 188-192 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 14. TI: Intertidal reefs under extreme tidal flux in Buccaneer Archipelago, Western Australia AU: Purcell, SW JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 191-223 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 15. TI: Normalizing physiological data for scleractinian corals AU: Edmunds, PJ; Gates, RD JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 193-197 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 16. TI: Observations on a new two-sponge symbiosis from the Florida Keys AU: Wilcox, TP; Hill, M; DeMeo, K JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 198-225 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 17. TI: Gorgonian distribution patterns in coral reef environments of the Gulf of Mexico: evidence of sporadic ecological connectivity? AU: JordanDahlgren, E JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 205-215 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 18. TI: Evaluating the use of roving diver and transect surveys to assess the coral reef fish assemblage off southeastern Hispaniola AU: Schmitt, EF; Sluka, RD; SullivanSealey, KM JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 216 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 19. TI: Cryptic species of Acropora digitifera AU: Hayashibara, T; Shimoike, K JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 224 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 URL: http://www.ingenta.com/isis/searching/Expand/ingenta?unc=1023494136 Click on the URL to purchase the article or to link to other issues of the publication. Record 20. TI: Book review of Committee on the Evaluation, Design, and Monitoring of Marine Reserves and Protected Areas in the United States; Ocean Studies Board; Commission on Geosciences, Environment, and Resources; National Research Council (2001) Marine Protected Areas: Tools for Sustaining Ocean Ecosystems AU: Thomas, JD JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 226-228 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 Record 21. TI: Eberhard Gischler (ed): Mojsisovics on the Triassic Reefs of the Dolomites (1879). University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, Miami, Florida, 2001 AU: Stanley, GD JN: Coral Reefs PD: 2002 VO: 21 NO: 2 PG: 229-230 PB: SPRINGER VERLAG KG IS: 0722-4028 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: assistance in Jordan Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2002 10:40:16 EDT From: Brylske@aol.com To: Coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Might anyone with experience in the region be able to help this guy? (See message below.) I'd me happy to act as go-between. Alex F. Brylske, Ph.D. Marine Conservation & Education Specialist Project AWARE Foundation Please respond to: 3324 SW 8th Court Cape Coral, Florida 33914 USA 800-729-7234, ext. 2675 (phone-US toll free) 239-945-1987 (phone) 239-945-1926 (fax) alexb@projectaware.org (Email) To learn more about Project AWARE, log on to: www.projectaware.org ----------------------- I'm work in Jordan Royal Ecological Diving Society(JREDS). I've heard about you from Ms.Domino PADI AWARE coordinator. Now we face some problem. We are looking for the agency that can analize dead sea coral. For example, when was this coral dead? how was this coral dead? what kind of coral is this? If possible, we would like to find nearer agency from Jordan. Do you have any information about it? Please give me any comment. It's urgent matter. Thanks, JREDS Research coordinator Tom Miyamoto ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Reef Check Five Year Report Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2002 16:56:59 -0700 From: "Lena Maun" To: The Reef Check Foundation proudly reports our 5-year report: 5 Years of Reef Check: The Global Coral Reef Crisis, Trends and Solutions is now available. Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale. Now in its sixth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 60 countries and territories throughout the tropical world. The report is a culmination of standardized data recorded between 1997 and 2001 at over 1500 reefs in the Atlantic, Indo-pacific and Red Sea. Following quality assurance procedures, 1107 sites were accepted for analysis. Key findings included: • At the global scale, zero spiny lobster were recorded at 83% of shallow reefs indicating severe overfishing; there was a significant decline in lobster abundance in the Atlantic; • The mean abundance of Diadema sea urchins decreased significantly in the Indo-Pacific from 1998 to 2000, approaching levels similar to those found in the Atlantic and possibly indicating ecological destabilization; • Four species of fish are in critical condition: Nassau grouper were absent from 82% of shallow Caribbean reefs – only eight reefs had more than one fish. Barramundi cod, bumphead parrotfish and humphead wrasse were missing from 95%, 89% and 88% of Indo-pacific reefs respectively; • The 1997-98 bleaching event reduced live coral cover by 10% globally, indicating that coral reefs are a sensitive indicator of global warming; • Marine protected areas (MPAs) in developing countries are showing some success. Five of ten fish and one of ten invertebrate indicators were significantly more abundant inside than outside MPAs. The Executive Summary is now online at www.reefcheck.org Full Reports, in both print and CD format, are available to order. Ordering information can be found on our website at www.reefcheck.org Please contact rcheck@ucla.edu or 310 794-4985 for more information. Thanks! -------------------------------------------- Lena Maun, Program Manager Reef Check Institute of the Environment 1652 Hershey Hall, UCLA Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 Tel: 310-794-4985 Fax: 310-825-0758 ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º>¸. ·´¯`·.¸. , . .·´¯`·.. ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Systema Porifera Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2002 14:10:38 +0100 From: "Lawrence, Joanna" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Marine Scientists! Please see the email contact below for a PDF announcement and order form for the forthcoming classification guide Systema Porifera, edited by John Hooper of Queensland Museum, Brisbane, and Rob van Soest of the University of Amsterdam. I am sending this to you in the hope that it may be of interest to you or to your colleagues. This book provides a tool for biologists to document the rich biodiversity of the phylum porifera. It provides a unified classification for this phylum, and serves as a sound platform to build on sponge systematics in the future. It is an essential reference for anyone working on marine biodiversity. The coverage is truly food for thought: 680 genera of living sponges (in 127 families, 25 orders and three classes) and 1,000 genera of fossil sponges (245 families, 30 orders and six ‘classes’). These genera have all been revised and refined, as have all families and orders. They are illustrated by 1,200 figures, many of which are full page and all of top quality. The mass of information is staggering. I am pleased to be offering a special prepublication discount of USD$99.95 or Euro 105 valid until 5th October. The list price due to be set by the end of September will be substantially higher so I urge you to take advantage of this short term special offer and order your copy now. Both volumes will then be shipped direct to your address upon publication. Please also feel free to circulate this announcement to any of your colleagues who may be interested in this comprehensive new guide. Joanna Lawrence Senior Publishing Editor (Biosciences) Kluwer Academic/Plenum Publishers London Office 241 Borough High Street London SE1 1GB, UK Tel: +44 20 7940 7492 Fax: +44 20 7940 7495 Email: Jo@plenum.co.uk http://www.wkap.nl ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Tortugas shining light in Florida's damaged reefs (Environmental News Network / Reuters, 8/28/02) Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2002 10:19:55 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Tortugas shining light in Florida's damaged reefs By Jim Loney , Reuters Environmental News Network http://www.enn.com Wednesday, August 28, 2002 http://www.enn.com/news/wire-stories/2002/08/08282002/reu_48276.asp SHERWOOD FOREST, Dry Tortugas, Fla. - In this fecund forest, multihued toadstool shapes rise from a bountiful floor where strange things jostle for space, feathery boughs dance on a soft current, and wary eyes glint from a thousand dark crevasses. The pale light that filters from above reveals scaly plates creeping over a stony plateau and downy fingers reaching skyward. Crimson boulders glow, lit by some internal fire. Unlike the legendary Nottinghamshire lair of Robin Hood, this fantasy land called Sherwood Forest is not a royal hunting ground and hideout for wily outlaws but a real and rare tract of pristine coral reef under 80 feet of subtropical Florida waters forbidden to maritime hunters. Some scientists see it as a refuge of hope in a spiraling undersea crisis. "This is one of the best remaining coral reef habitats in the United States and the best nursery habitat in the United States," said Billy Causey, a marine biologist who as superintendent of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary is chief guardian of the Dry Tortugas reefs. A tiny cluster of sand and coral islands, the remote Dry Tortugas - a discovery credited to Ponce de Leon in 1513 - host perhaps the United States' best-protected coral reefs. While technically part of the Florida Keys, the Tortugas are 70 miles of open water from the rest of the Keys, a 100-mile-long chain of islands connected by bridges off the southern tip of the Florida peninsula. The barrier reef that lies about 6 miles seaward of the Keys has deteriorated badly in the last two decades, suffering the ravages of global climate change, polluted water running off the Florida mainland and damage from scuba divers and fishermen who are part of a booming Keys tourist economy welcoming more than 2.5 million people a year. TEEMING WITH LIFE In contrast to the patchy coral at most of the Florida Keys barrier reef, the Dry Tortugas are teeming with life. Florida Keys charter boat captain Tim Taylor is generally credited with naming Sherwood Forest. "After 20 years of diving down here, the formations are different than anywhere I've ever seen," he said. "It looks like the floor of a forest, a giant forest, with the ground cover spreading out and the light filtering down from above." Sherwood Forest is largely flat, like a vast coral plain, contrasting sharply with the canyons and mounds of most reefs. It is probably the oldest, and possibly the largest coral reef tract in the Florida Keys, said Walt Jaap, a research scientist at the Florida Marine Research Institute. "It goes back over 9,000 years," Jaap said. "It's a huge reef, one of the largest expanses of reef we know of, miles long and a mile in width." Coral reefs are fragile geological marvels constructed by tiny creatures called polyps, which grow on a limestone base. Ornate and visually stunning, they are often compared to flower gardens and are considered vital to the health of surrounding water, hosting microscopic organisms on which larger creatures feed and providing shelter for fish, lobster, and other life. Reefs grow slowly, as little as half an inch per year, and polyps need the right combination of light, warmth, and pure water to survive. At Sherwood Forest and nearby spots with names like Gary's Grotto and Anne's Rolling Hills, leafy lettuce corals and scroll corals abound. Tube sponges appear in amber and pale green. Great star coral boulders shine crimson and orange, their fluorescent pigments emitting color even at depths where reddish tints normally disappear. At 80 feet, rare black corals appear. Cherished as jewelry in some parts of the world, they are more beautiful still in their natural state, with slender branches like conifer boughs coated in filaments of emerald and aqua. "We're seeing 40 to 60 percent coral cover here," Causey said. "Up the Keys our scientists are seeing 5 percent up to 15 percent, but mostly 5 percent." MAN ON A MISSION A graying, stocky marine biologist who began diving in the '50s and once collected tropical fish for a living, Causey, 58, speaks zealously about the need for "marine zoning," similar to landside development zoning, as a way to guard dwindling fish stocks and corals. "We've already seen 30 percent of the coral reefs on this planet decline to the point where they may not survive. We've seen systems that have been on Earth for 400 million years decline to the point where they may not survive." "It's almost like seeing a great forest clear-cut. We've seen coral heads two and three hundred years old die." Causey's domain is a 2,900-square-nautical-mile area designated by the U.S. Congress for special protection in 1990. Within that vast area - from the Dry Tortugas to just south of Miami - lie a series of more rigidly protected zones, some of which allow no fishing, no discharge of waste, literally no touching of any marine plant or animal. That protection is showing results, scientists said. "I couldn't believe the number of yellowtail on that reef," Causey said. He said stocks of tiny, colorful tropical fish, larger food fish, lobster and other creatures pushed to perilous lows by commercial and recreational fishers, are reappearing. "The schools of yellowtail were simply not here before. Black grouper were not here. Those are signs of health." The isolated Tortugas reefs are cleaner, devoid of the algae that can serve as a harbinger of trouble. There are only sporadic signs of coral bleaching or disease. Along the underwater foundation of Fort Jefferson, the six-sided Civil War- era fort in the Dry Tortugas, long-spined sea urchins, which suffered a massive die-off in the 1980s, are plentiful, another good sign. Corals grow vigorously along the fort wall. When a shrimp boat ran aground there in January, sanctuary workers cemented brain and other damaged corals back into place and already they are showing signs of regeneration. "The corals are looking good," said Steve Baumgartner, a sanctuary operations manager. "They are getting their color back." # # # http://www.enn.com/news/wire-stories/2002/08/08282002/reu_48276.asp - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: "Hexacoral'" on-line database upgrade Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2002 14:42:00 -0500 From: "Robert W. Buddemeier" Organization: KGS To: coral list BIOLOGICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DATABASE UPGRADE New and expanded data, search capabilities, and tools have been added to "Biogeoinformatics of Hexacorallia" (http://www.kgs.ukans.edu/Hexacoral). "Hexacoral" is part of the Ocean Biogeographic Information System (OBIS: http://www.iobis.org/), and has been jointly sponsored by NSF and the Land-Ocean Interactions in the Coastal Zone (LOICZ: http://www.nioz.nl/loicz) project of the IGBP. Taxonomic enhancements include several thousand more georeferenced occurrence records, and continued addition of taxa. Mapping tools show locations with associated precision and the environmental characteristics of the georeferenced points. For scleractinian taxa of common interest, there is now an interoperable dynamic search and data link between "Hexacoral" and the NMITA database (Neogene Marine Biota of Tropical America; http://porites.geology.uiowa.edu/). The 30' environmental database, now available without password control, has more environmental variables and a revised 'selected' database of the most widely used variables. Location selection options have been expanded to include 'zoom and click' map entry, manual entry forms for point locations or ranges, or upload of range or point location files. Database output can be viewed, filtered, recalculated, or examined for correlations and statistical characteristics online; it can then be downloaded or transmitted to the associated LOICZView geospatial clustering tool (password required but available on request). In addition to interoperability with NMITA, searches of Hexacoral as well as other OBIS sites can be initiated from the OBIS portal. Obis partners Fishbase (http://www.fishbase.org/) and Cephbase (http://cephbase.nrcc.utmb.edu/) now use remote environmental database and/or mapping tool links to Hexacoral to provide location visualization and environmental information on their holdings. Daphne G. Fautin, PI Robert W. Buddemeier, Co-I -- Dr. Robert W. Buddemeier Kansas Geological Survey University of Kansas 1930 Constant Avenue Lawrence, KS 66047 USA e-mail: buddrw@ku.edu ph (1) (785) 864-2112 fax (1) (785) 864-5317 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Job Announcement: Florida Keys Date: Thu, 29 Aug 2002 16:13:56 -0400 From: Steven Miller To: NOAA Coral List POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Research Associate for Coral Reef Rapid Assessment and Monitoring Program in the Florida Keys University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW) (position is located in Key Largo, Florida) DESCRIPTION One person will be hired to work full time as part of UNCW's coral reef rapid assessment and monitoring program in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The program focus includes marine protected areas and also addresses community structure and condition at multiple spatial scales in nearshore to offshore habitats. The position involves extensive fieldwork using scuba diving and rapid turn-around of data for analysis and publications. Every year, there are 3-5 extended field trips that average 7 to 14 days throughout the Keys, as well as periodic daily excursions from Key Largo and other locations. Fieldwork includes scuba diving to 35 m. Underwater tasks include in situ assessments of species richness, density, and other ecological parameters. Taxonomic expertise - at the species level for Caribbean/Florida fauna - in two of the following groups is required: gorgonians, sponges, corals. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and accurately underwater is required. The position also requires: a B.S. (M.S. or Ph.D. preferred) in biology or marine science; at least three years of field experience; dive and small boat experience; familiarity with computers and GIS; and experience managing large data sets. Experience organizing and conducting extended field operations is desirable as is statistical expertise using SAS. The position will be hired at the Research Associate level through UNCW's Center for Marine Science, with responsibilities including the field work described above, and laboratory work related to data management, statistical analysis, and writing. The position is for one year with the possibility of additional support for several years. HIRING RANGE: $28,000 - $36,000: commensurate with experience. DEADLINE TO APPLY: Applications received before September 18, 2002, will receive priority. START DATE: Negotiable, but not sooner than October 7, 2002. Applicants should send a letter that outlines experience related to the above description, a resume, and names of three people for letters of reference to: Dr. Steven L. Miller, University of North Carolina at Wilmington, National Undersea Research Center, 515 Caribbean Drive, Key Largo, Florida 33037. For questions or further information please contact Steven Miller (Tel: 305 451 0233, email: millers@uncwil.edu). "UNCW is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer." ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Nomination for U.S. Coral Reef Task Force awards Date: Fri, 30 Aug 2002 19:33:35 -0400 From: "Heidi Schuttenberg" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The next meeting of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force is taking place October 2-3, 2002, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. At this meeting, the Task Force will continue its "tradition" of presenting awards to individuals and organizations in recognition of their contributions to coral reef conservation and management. This email is a call for nominations for the '02 CRTF awards in the following categories: - Outstanding Management - Outstanding Scientific Advancement of Knowledge - Outstanding Public Awareness and Education - Outstanding Community-Level Participation In addition, we are adding a category of award to recognize an outstanding effort in the host location - Puerto Rico in the case of this call for nominations. Nominations are due no later than Friday, September 6 to Macara Lousberg at the U.S. EPA (contact information appears below). Nominations are open to individuals and organizations in all categories for both domestic and international activities. Each nomination should provide the following information: 1. Award category proposed for nominee: 2. Name of Nominee (individual or organization): 3. Phone: 4. Email: 5. Fax: 6. Address: 7. Justification for Award Recognition: Description of significant contributions to coral reef conservation and management over the past year (1 paragraph). 8. Nomination submitted by: (include name and contact information FYI - the following individuals and organizations have been recognized by the CRTF at past awards ceremonies: * Reef Check Foundation, in recognition of significant education and outreach efforts for coral reef conservation * Virgin Islands Coastal Zone Management Program, in recognition of significant U.S. efforts for coral reef conservation * Guam Division of Aquatic and Wildlife Resources, in recognition of significant U.S. efforts for coral reef conservation * The Nature Conservancy, award for significant International Contributions to coral reef conservation: * Rafe Pomerance, for initiating the GCRMN to monitor global change impacts * The Government of the Bahamas, for establishing a national network of coral reef MPAs Nominations will be reviewed by an awards evaluation team, which will make recomendations to the TF for its consideration, and awards will be presented at the meeting in October. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Macara Lousberg or any of the other members of the organizing committee: Roger Griffis with NOAA at: Roger.B.Griffis@noaa.gov Heidi Schuttenberg with NOAA at: Heidi.Schuttenberg@noaa.gov Arthur Patterson with NOAA at: Arthur.E.Paterson@noaa.gov Karen Koltes with DOI at: karen_koltes@ios.doi.gov Randy Bowman with DOI at: Randal_Bowman@ios.doi.gov Barbara Best with AID at: BBest@usaid.gov Damaris Delgado with the Puerto Rico CZMP at: PRCZMP@CARIBE.NET Please forward this email to your coral networks and contacts so that we can get a wide distribution. Thanks, and we look forward to receiving some great nominations! Macara Macara Lousberg email: lousberg.macara@epa.gov Phone: 202-566-1308 Fax: 202-566-1544 Mailing address: U.S. EPA (4501T) 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20460 Street address for meetings and deliveries: 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW Room 7136G Washington, DC 20004 -- Heidi Schuttenberg Environmental Policy Specialist NOAA Ocean Service Office of Response and Restoration ph: 301-713-2989 x224 fx: 301-713-4389 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Mass Spawning in Puerto Rico Date: Sat, 31 Aug 2002 10:33:48 -0700 (PDT) From: Hernandez Edwin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral-listers. Saludos desde Puerto Rico. This is to provide a summary report of our observations during the 2002 coral mass spawning event which occurred on the evening of last Thursday Aug. 29. Anyone interested in some digital images of the spawning activities may answer directly to me. Any other observations from the Caribbean will be appreaciated. Cheers, Edwin A. Hernandez, Ph.D. UPR-Biology coral_giac@yahoo.com __________________________________ Summary report of the 2002 coral mass spawning event at the Luis Peña Channel Marine Fishery Reserve, Culebra Island, Puerto Rico. Edwin A. Hernández-Delgado 1 Mary Ann Lucking 2 1 University of Puerto Rico, Department of Biology, Coral Reef Research Group, P.O. Box 23360, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00931-3360. coral_giac@yahoo.com 2 Coralations, P.O. Box 750, Culebra, Puerto Rico 00775. corals@caribe.net The following is a brief summary of our observations during the coral mass spawning event documented during the evening of Thursday August 29, 2002 (7th evening after the full moon) at Carlos Rosario Beach, within the Luis Peña Channel Marine Fishery Reserve, Culebra Island. The MFR is located at approximately 28 km off Northeastern Puerto Rico. Observations were made between 20:30 and 23:10. Tide was high, very calm seas with excellent visibility. No information is available of spawning activities in Culebra during the 5th and 6th evenings after the full moon. But continuous routine diving during August 27-29, 2002 showed no evidence of coral gamete bundles in the water. No spawning was observed during the 5th or 6th evenings (August 27-28, 2002) at La Parguera, P.R. (Héctor Ruíz, pers. com., UPR-Dept. Marine Sciences, Mayaguez), or during the 5th evening at St. Thomas (Sandra Romano, pers. com., UVI, St. Thomas). Species Hour Acropora palmata 21:30-21:40 Isolated polyps from a single colony spawned at 15-30 second intervals (1 m depth). To our knowledge, this is the first time that we have seen this species spawning on the 7th evening after the full moon. Diploria strigosa 22:05-22:20 Most of the colonies present spawned simultaneously. Not all polyps spawned. (0.5-5 m). Diploria clivosa 21:55-22:00 Several colonies spawned simultaneously. Not all polyps spawned (0.5-5 m). Montastrea annularis (columnar) 22:15-22:45 Most, but not all of the colonies spawned (0.5-5 m). Most of the polyps of the spawning colonies released gamete bundles, first those from the top of the colonies, then those from the side, and finally those from the bottom. Large (>2 m) and small (<20 cm) colonies were observed spawning. Spawning was preceded by crawling brittle stars (Ophiocoma) and Fireworm, Hermodice carunculata, approximately 2-3 minutes before spawning. These species were observed atop living surfaces of the corals when polyps were fully distended and ready to release egg-sperm bundles. In addition, several colonies were observed to be fully distended but did not release the gamete bundles. It is suspected that the extremely high density of plaktonic creatures just atop the surface of the coral due to the attraction by the dive and video-camera lights might have been factors that might have prevented these few colonies to spawn. They are expected to spawn during the next evening. It is interesting to point out that several colonies of this species never showed signs of spawning, suggesting the possibility that spawning might have occurred during the 6th evening after the full moon (Aug. 28, 20002), or they might have occurred on the 8th evening (Aug. 30, 2002). Montastrea faveolata (platy) 22:00-22:15 Most, but not all of the colonies spawned (0.5-5 m). Most of the polyps of the spawning colonies released gamete bundles, first those from the top of the colonies, then those from the side, and finally those from the bottom. Large (>3 m) and small (<50 cm) colonies were observed spawning. Spawning was preceded by crawling brittle stars (Ophiocoma) approximately 2-3 minutes before spawning. This species was observed atop living surfaces of the corals when polyps were fully distended and ready to release egg-sperm bundles. Polyp distension was documented since approximately 20:45. It is interesting to point out that several colonies of this species never showed signs of spawning, suggesting the possibility that spawning might have occurred during the 6th evening after the full moon (Aug. 28, 20002), or they might have occurred on the 8th evening (Aug. 30, 2002). Montastrea franksi (massive) 22:00-22:10 Most, but not all of the colonies spawned (3-5 m). Most of the polyps of the spawning colonies released gamete bundles, first those from the top of the colonies, then those from the side, and finally those from the bottom. Large (>1 m) and small (<20 cm) colonies were observed spawning. Spawning was preceded by crawling brittle stars (Ophiocoma) approximately 2-3 minutes before spawning. This species was observed atop living surfaces of the corals when polyps were fully distended and ready to release egg-sperm bundles. Polyp distension was documented since approximately 21:30. It is interesting to point out that several colonies of this species never showed signs of spawning, suggesting the possibility that spawning might have occurred during the 6th evening after the full moon (Aug. 28, 20002), or they might have occurred on the 8th evening (Aug. 30, 2002). Porites porites (f. porites) 21:00-21:05 One colony was observed spawning in a single burst by one of the crew members (2.5 m). Other species documented during the dive, but not observed spawning: Acropora cervicornis Agaricia agaricites (f. agaricites) Agaricia agaricites (f. purpurea) Agaricia agaricites (f. danai) Agaricia agaricites (f. carinata) Leptoseris cucullata Diploria labyrinthiformis Favia fragum Siderastrea siderea Siderastrea radians Dendrogyra cylindrus Isophyllastrea rigida Isophyllia sinuosa Tubastrea aurea Millepora alcicornis Millepora complanata Millepora squarrosa Acknowledgements This survey trip was made possible by the grateful collaboration of Elam “Rico” Rossy from Villa Boheme, Culebra, who provided all the logistical support and transportation to the Reserve. Also, thanks to Mary Ann Lucking, from Coralations, who also collaborated with all the logistical support in Culebra. Many thanks to all of the other diving crew members, which included Carlos Carrión, Jovino Márquez, Robert Matos, Rico Rossy, Edgardo, Waleska, Paloma, and Yari. __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Finance - Get real-time stock quotes http://finance.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Red Sea CR Management Date: Mon, 2 Sep 2002 11:26:40 +0100 From: "William Templeman" Reply-To: "William Templeman" Organization: Moonwrasse To: We would be very keen to here from anyone working in the Red Sea region either as an NGO, EEAA associate or individual who is involved in the implementation of CR resource management initiatives or local community workshops. We would like to assist where possible through our volunteer programme. Grateful for your response William Templeman Moonwrasse Subject: Re: Red Sea CR Management Date: Mon, 2 Sep 2002 14:21:32 +0300 From: "Hanneke VanLavieren" To: will@moonwrasse.org, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The UNEP - Regional Organization for the Conservation of the Environment of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden is an official regional organization based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, responsible for the development and implementation of regional programmes for the protection and conservation of the marine environment of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. http://www.unep.ch/seas/main/persga/red.html PERSGA P.O. Box 53662 Jeddah 21583 Saudi Arabia Tel.: 02-657-3224; 02-657-3228; 02-653-4563. Fax: 02-651-4472. Email: persga@persga.org I am sure they will be able to give you more information on the organizations etc. working on CRM in the region. regards Hanneke van Lavieren (Ms) Junior Programme Officer Regional Seas and Coral Reef Unit Division of Environmental Conventions UNEP P.O.Box 30552 Room T-217 Nairobi, Kenya Tel: (254) 2 624052 Fax: (254) 2 624 618 Mobile: ++ (254) 722 222 285 "William Templeman" o.co.uk> cc: Sent by: Subject: Red Sea CR Management owner-coral-list@aom l.noaa.gov 09/02/02 01:26 PM Please respond to "William Templeman" We would be very keen to here from anyone working in the Red Sea region either as an NGO, EEAA associate or individual who is involved in the implementation of CR resource management initiatives or local community workshops. We would like to assist where possible through our volunteer programme. Grateful for your response William Templeman Moonwrasse ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Citation Date: Wed, 04 Sep 2002 16:14:51 -0500 From: "Omar J. Guerra" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hola Coral Reefers, I'm trying to read the reference decal on my "CARIBBEAN CORAL DISEASE (a submersible identification reference)" so that I can cite it in my thesis, but since I put it in the water, it's no longer legible. Oops. Is there anyone out there who can send me the citation for the guide? More info: -Photos by Raymond Hayes, Marshall Hayes, James Cervino, Laurie Richardson -Spanish and english text -Funded by HEED Global Change program (I originally sent an email to coral@heed.harvard.edu, but it said the server would't respond) NOAA/OGP, NASA and Harvard -Copyright, Assoc. of Marine Labs of the Caribbean and the Global Coral Reef Alliance. 1997. 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Subject: growth rates for Paragorgia arborea Date: Thu, 5 Sep 2002 10:15:41 -0700 From: "dave fraser" To: i am searching for information on age and growth rates for Paragorgia = arborea or ''bubblegum coral." =20 i wonder if some of you might have some personal knowledge you could = pass on to me regarding typical ages and growth rates for bubblegum = coral in northern latitudes (50-60 degrees north) in the 100-200 meter = depth range.=20 thanks dave fraser dfraser@olympus.net ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Coral Mass Spawning in Puerto Rico and Veracruz(new) Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2002 09:01:44 -0500 From: "Wes Tunnell" To: , "Hernandez Edwin" CC: "Dr. Sylvia Earle" , "Kip Evans" , "Dr. Alberto Vazquez de la Cer" Dear Coral-Listers, As an addition to Edwin's list and that of others, I would like to briefly mention that we have just returned from a research cruise to the Veracruz, Mexico, reef system and observed coral mass spawning there for the first time. The cruise was a collaborative effort between the new Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies, the National Geographic Society's Sustainable Seas Expeditions, and the Mexican Navy's Oceanographic Institute. We were aboard the R/V Antares, belonging to the Mexican Navy's Oceanographic Institute, and were using SCUBA and the mini-submersibles, DeepWorker and DeepRover, to document the status and trends of the Veracruz Reef System. The coral mass spawning that we observed on Santiaguillo Reef, and we assume was occurring on the other 20 plus reefs in the immediate area, started around 2130hrs and was in full swing between 2145hrs and at least 2215hrs, when the divers had to surface. The primary spawning species was Montastraea faveolata, which occurs commonly on the leeward side of many of the reefs of this region. National Geographic Photographer Kip Evans documented the spawning event on video and still camera. A forth-coming short note with photographs will give more details. Regards, Wes John W. (Wes) Tunnell, Jr., Ph.D. Associate Director, Harte Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies and Harte Research Scientist Director, Center for Coastal Studies and Professor of Biology Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 6300 Ocean Drive NRC 3200 Corpus Christi, Texas 78412 Phone: 361.825.2736 Fax: 361.825.2770 jtunnell@falcon.tamucc.edu www.sci.tamucc.edu/ccs/welcome.htm "Life is a journey that's measured not in miles or years but in experiences" Jimmy Buffett, A Pirate Looks at Fifty, 1998 -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Hernandez Edwin Sent: Saturday, August 31, 2002 12:34 To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Coral Mass Spawning in Puerto Rico Dear coral-listers. Saludos desde Puerto Rico. This is to provide a summary report of our observations during the 2002 coral mass spawning event which occurred on the evening of last Thursday Aug. 29. Anyone interested in some digital images of the spawning activities may answer directly to me. Any other observations from the Caribbean will be appreaciated. Cheers, Edwin A. Hernandez, Ph.D. UPR-Biology coral_giac@yahoo.com __________________________________ Summary report of the 2002 coral mass spawning event at the Luis Peqa Channel Marine Fishery Reserve, Culebra Island, Puerto Rico. Edwin A. Hernandez-Delgado 1 Mary Ann Lucking 2 1 University of Puerto Rico, Department of Biology, Coral Reef Research Group, P.O. Box 23360, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00931-3360. coral_giac@yahoo.com 2 Coralations, P.O. Box 750, Culebra, Puerto Rico 00775. corals@caribe.net The following is a brief summary of our observations during the coral mass spawning event documented during the evening of Thursday August 29, 2002 (7th evening after the full moon) at Carlos Rosario Beach, within the Luis Peqa Channel Marine Fishery Reserve, Culebra Island. The MFR is located at approximately 28 km off Northeastern Puerto Rico. Observations were made between 20:30 and 23:10. Tide was high, very calm seas with excellent visibility. No information is available of spawning activities in Culebra during the 5th and 6th evenings after the full moon. But continuous routine diving during August 27-29, 2002 showed no evidence of coral gamete bundles in the water. No spawning was observed during the 5th or 6th evenings (August 27-28, 2002) at La Parguera, P.R. (Hictor Rumz, pers. com., UPR-Dept. Marine Sciences, Mayaguez), or during the 5th evening at St. Thomas (Sandra Romano, pers. com., UVI, St. Thomas). Species Hour Acropora palmata 21:30-21:40 Isolated polyps from a single colony spawned at 15-30 second intervals (1 m depth). To our knowledge, this is the first time that we have seen this species spawning on the 7th evening after the full moon. Diploria strigosa 22:05-22:20 Most of the colonies present spawned simultaneously. Not all polyps spawned. (0.5-5 m). Diploria clivosa 21:55-22:00 Several colonies spawned simultaneously. Not all polyps spawned (0.5-5 m). Montastrea annularis (columnar) 22:15-22:45 Most, but not all of the colonies spawned (0.5-5 m). Most of the polyps of the spawning colonies released gamete bundles, first those from the top of the colonies, then those from the side, and finally those from the bottom. Large (>2 m) and small (<20 cm) colonies were observed spawning. Spawning was preceded by crawling brittle stars (Ophiocoma) and Fireworm, Hermodice carunculata, approximately 2-3 minutes before spawning. These species were observed atop living surfaces of the corals when polyps were fully distended and ready to release egg-sperm bundles. In addition, several colonies were observed to be fully distended but did not release the gamete bundles. It is suspected that the extremely high density of plaktonic creatures just atop the surface of the coral due to the attraction by the dive and video-camera lights might have been factors that might have prevented these few colonies to spawn. They are expected to spawn during the next evening. It is interesting to point out that several colonies of this species never showed signs of spawning, suggesting the possibility that spawning might have occurred during the 6th evening after the full moon (Aug. 28, 20002), or they might have occurred on the 8th evening (Aug. 30, 2002). Montastrea faveolata (platy) 22:00-22:15 Most, but not all of the colonies spawned (0.5-5 m). Most of the polyps of the spawning colonies released gamete bundles, first those from the top of the colonies, then those from the side, and finally those from the bottom. Large (>3 m) and small (<50 cm) colonies were observed spawning. Spawning was preceded by crawling brittle stars (Ophiocoma) approximately 2-3 minutes before spawning. This species was observed atop living surfaces of the corals when polyps were fully distended and ready to release egg-sperm bundles. Polyp distension was documented since approximately 20:45. It is interesting to point out that several colonies of this species never showed signs of spawning, suggesting the possibility that spawning might have occurred during the 6th evening after the full moon (Aug. 28, 20002), or they might have occurred on the 8th evening (Aug. 30, 2002). Montastrea franksi (massive) 22:00-22:10 Most, but not all of the colonies spawned (3-5 m). Most of the polyps of the spawning colonies released gamete bundles, first those from the top of the colonies, then those from the side, and finally those from the bottom. Large (>1 m) and small (<20 cm) colonies were observed spawning. Spawning was preceded by crawling brittle stars (Ophiocoma) approximately 2-3 minutes before spawning. This species was observed atop living surfaces of the corals when polyps were fully distended and ready to release egg-sperm bundles. Polyp distension was documented since approximately 21:30. It is interesting to point out that several colonies of this species never showed signs of spawning, suggesting the possibility that spawning might have occurred during the 6th evening after the full moon (Aug. 28, 20002), or they might have occurred on the 8th evening (Aug. 30, 2002). Porites porites (f. porites) 21:00-21:05 One colony was observed spawning in a single burst by one of the crew members (2.5 m). Other species documented during the dive, but not observed spawning: Acropora cervicornis Agaricia agaricites (f. agaricites) Agaricia agaricites (f. purpurea) Agaricia agaricites (f. danai) Agaricia agaricites (f. carinata) Leptoseris cucullata Diploria labyrinthiformis Favia fragum Siderastrea siderea Siderastrea radians Dendrogyra cylindrus Isophyllastrea rigida Isophyllia sinuosa Tubastrea aurea Millepora alcicornis Millepora complanata Millepora squarrosa Acknowledgements This survey trip was made possible by the grateful collaboration of Elam Rico Rossy from Villa Boheme, Culebra, who provided all the logistical support and transportation to the Reserve. Also, thanks to Mary Ann Lucking, from Coralations, who also collaborated with all the logistical support in Culebra. Many thanks to all of the other diving crew members, which included Carlos Carrisn, Jovino Marquez, Robert Matos, Rico Rossy, Edgardo, Waleska, Paloma, and Yari. __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Finance - Get real-time stock quotes http://finance.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Spawning Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2002 14:35:03 -0400 From: "Ernesto Weil" To: "Corallist" Hi everyone. Here I have included observations on the spawning event of August in La Parguera, sothwest of PRico to complement the information posted by Edwin for Culebra, in the eastern coast of PRico. A gradaute student and I started our observations in the field on the evening of August 27th. We placed spawn collectors (new design using large, plastic funnels, with a collector bottle at the tip, placed on top of the colony surface and tied down with nylon rope and nails so they did not move at all). These collectos were left in the field until early the next morning. We got in the water in the shallow back reef area of San Cristobal reef in La Parguera right after the sunset (19:30 h) and got out at 22:15 h. This site was selected because there are several very large colonies of Diploria strigosa and D. clivosa. which we were most interested in seing spawning this time around. There are also many colonies of the three Montastraea spp. and other important Caribbean corals. On the evening of the 27th, only a few colonies of the octocoral P. porosa spawned at 20:30 h. The spawn appeared to be individual eggs (no eg bundles) released by the extended polyps. Many eggs were released by the same polyp over a period of 15-20 min. Nothing was found in the collectors left on top of the coral colonies the next day. On the evening of the 28th, most colonies of the octocoral P.porosa spawned at 20:30 h and lasted about 20 minutes. Again it appeaded to individual eggs being released. Montastraea franksi spawned at 21:30 h and the other two (M.annularis and M.faveolata) after 23:00 h. Nothing happened with the Diplorias. The collectors were left over night in the field on colonies of Diploria spp. No spawnimg that night. Observations in the bay of Mayaguez during the early morning hours of the next day indicate that the water was full of pink eggs, presumably released the night before by the Montastraea sp and other species. We did not dive on the evening of the 29th but we placed the collectors and checked them the next day. We got a substantial amount of spawn in collectors placed on M.annularis, Mfranksi, Mfaveolata, and D.clivosa, but nothing was found in those from D.strigosa. Saludos! EW Ernesto Weil, Ph.D Associate Professor Dep. Marine Sciences U. of Puerto Rico PO BOX 908, Lajas PR 00667 Ph. (787) 899-2048 x. 241 Fax (787)899-5500/2630 Subject: Reef Check 5 Year Report Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2002 04:37:12 -0700 From: Jamie Oliver To: "Coral List (E-mail)" Dear all, The full text of the Reef Check 5 Year report is now online and available for download on ReefBase. You can download the entire report as a single file (14Mb) or as 4 separate files. Thanks to Reef Check for making this available. The document can be found in the literature section of ReefBase (http://www.reefbase.org/references/ref_literature.asp ) Then search for author= Hodgson and year=2002 There is also a link to it in the "What's New" section and the "latest additions" box on the home page Regards Jamie Oliver =================================================================== ReefBase is a project of the International Coral Reef Action Network (ICRAN) www.icran.org =================================================================== =============================== Jamie Oliver Senior Scientist (Coral Reef Projects) ICLARM - The World Fish Center PO Box 500, Penang 10670 Phone: (604) 626 1606 Fax: (604) 626 5530 email: J.Oliver@cgiar.org visit ReefBase on: www.reefbase.org =============================== ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Job Position available - Grants Officer Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2002 12:50:13 -0700 From: "Reef Check Headquarters" To: Reef Check Foundation, a global volunteer program dedicated to coral reef education, monitoring and management, is seeking a part-time grant officer to prospect, research and submit grant proposals in order to secure financing for several ambitious new projects. The grant officer will be the lead person in developing communication with fundraising sources and must therefore be familiar with both the private foundation and federal grant application process. This includes being abreast of changing grant standards and proposal guidelines. Position Title: Grant Officer Requirements: The ideal candidate will have: 1. minimum of 5 years foundation, corporation and government grant writing experience; 2. successful grant writing track record; 3. ability to prospect, research, and submit grant proposals; 4. ability to turn out high-quality work on tight deadlines; 5. energetic, well-organized, self-motivated, creative, hard working, and positive personality; 6. dedication to marine conservation and protection. Duties: 1. Identify potential funding sources; 2. Work with the executive director and board of directors to create proposals to identified funding sources, including private foundations, corporations, and government organizations; 3. Successful candidate will have flexible schedule work of approximately 20 hours per week, and the option of working from home. Reef Check is part of the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network and is supported by both private foundations and international NGOs such as the United Nations Environment Program. At present, Reef Check’s work involves organizing and overseeing training and coral reef monitoring in about sixty countries and territories. The ultimate goal is to give people the tools to monitor and manage their own reefs. Salary will be commensurate with experience. All applications must be received by Monday, September 30, 2002. Applicants should send their CV and to Kelly McGee, Outreach Coordinator at : Office Tel: 310-794-4985 Fax: 310-825-0758 Web: www.ReefCheck.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Information re: U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting, Oct 2-3, San Juan, PR Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2002 18:54:48 -0400 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ANNOUNCEMENT - U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting October 2-3, San Juan, Puerto Rico The United States Coral Reef Task Force will meet in San Juan, Puerto Rico, October 2-3, 2002. The meeting is open to the pubic and opportunity will be provided during the meeting for comments from the public. Limited space is also available for exhibits and/or materials related to coral reef conservation and management. Registration is required to give public comment and reserve exhibit space (registration information below). No registration is necessary to attend the meeting. Additional information on the meeting is provided below. The meeting agenda and other information will be available on the Task Force web site (http://coralreef.gov/) before the meeting. General Meeting Information: TIME AND DATE: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, October 2 and 3, 2002 PLACE: Las Olas Room, Caribe Hilton Hotel, San Juan, Puerto Rico STATUS: The Department of the Interior, as co-chair with the Department of Commerce, on behalf of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force (CRTF), announces a public meeting of the Task Force. Composed of the heads of eleven federal agencies and the Governors of seven states, territories, and commonwealths, the Task Force has helped lead U.S. efforts to address the coral reef crisis and sustainably manage the nation's valuable coral reef ecosystems. MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED: The CRTF will discuss implementation of the U.S. National Action Plan for Coral Reef Conservation, honor local and other organizations for coral reef conservation activities, and accept public comments. The agenda will be available from the contact persons below and published on the web at http://coralreef.gov/ when finalized. REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT OR EXHIBITS: Individuals and organizations will have opportunities to register for exhibit space and register to provide public comments limited to less that 5 minutes. Wherever possible, those with similar viewpoints or messages are encouraged to make joint statements. The public comment period will be during the afternoon of October 2. Statements may be in English or Spanish. Written statements may also be submitted to the Task Force up to October 10, 2002. IF OUTSIDE PUERTO RICO, to register to speak during the public comment period or reserve exhibit space (or to get other information) please contact: CRTF Meeting Office c/o the Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife Parks Department of the Interior 1849 C Street NW, MS-MIB-3156 Attn: CRTF, Washington, D.C. 20240 Telephone 202-208-6211 Email CRTF@ios.doi.gov. IN PUERTO RICO, to register to speak during the public comment period or reserve exhibit space (or to get other information) please contact: Ms. Astrid Green Community Affairs Division Department of Natural Resources Telephone 787-724-8773/8774 x2258. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: Marshall Island Bleaching Date: Wed, 11 Sep 2002 22:07:50 +1000 From: Clive Wilkinson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov >Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2002 17:23:07 -0700 (PDT) >From: Dean Jacobson >Subject: Marshall Island Bleaching >To: c.wilkinson@aims.gov.au >X-Scanned-By: MIMEDefang 2.6 (www dot roaringpenguin dot com slash mimedefang) > >Greetings: >I tried to submit a report to the NOAA website, but no >joy. Perhaps you could forward this report to any >other interested parties. > >Coral bleaching, appears to have occured in Majuro, >the capital of the Marshall Islands, for the first >time. This is of consern since the coral reefs here >are very healthy (except where pollution is >concentrated) and previously unaffected by bleaching. >This event is restricted to a very shallow >near-surface layer, and was first noticed on Sept 6 >(it probably appeared a few days earlier)following the >observation of an unusually warm surface layer (only a >meter or less deep)in the Majuro lagoon on Sept 4 (at >which time no bleaching was yet observed). This >surface water felt unconfrontably warm, almost hot, to >an acclimated swimer. >Later during the weekend I explored Majuro's SE ocean >shore, and again found bleaching only of the most >shallow corals (and intertidal zooanthids), along an 8 >mile stretch. I would guess the entire atoll has >experienced bleaching (the northern shore has not been >sampled). Local residents who were gleaning during >the low tide report that they have never before >witnessed this phenomenona. >Much of the bleached coral emerged during the >unusually low tides of Sept 9 and 10, but the >bleaching clearly appears to have begun earlier, while >completely emmersed. We had very still, hot weather >on Sept 1. Further, the easterlies have been more >active and consistant then the year earlier. I >suspect that a warm water mass was advected into our >region during this event. > >Species affected include the uppermost intertidal >Acropora (blue axial tips, A. seriata?) comingled with >a rose-colored pocillopora, which also has bleached. >Tip bleaching, marking the shallow thermocline below >the shallow layer of warm water was found in Acropora >nobilis and our large pale-margined Pocillopora sp. > >I am photo-documenting selected colonies at a site in >my back yard (ocean side rock quarry pool), and will >be monitoring their progress in coming weeks. > >Cheers, >Dean Jacobson, Ph.D., instructor of Marine Science at >the College of the Marshall Islands and >Board member of a new NGO: NCCMI, Nature Conservation >Communities of the Marshall Islands. > >__________________________________________________ >Yahoo! - We Remember >9-11: A tribute to the more than 3,000 lives lost >http://dir.remember.yahoo.com/tribute > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: ADDRESS CHANGE - The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) Date: Wed, 11 Sep 2002 14:19:09 -0700 From: Sherry Flumerfelt To: The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) is relocating to San Francisco this week. As of Monday, September 16, CORAL will have new contact information including new telephone and fax numbers (e-mail and Web site addresses will not change). Please update your records: The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) 417 Montgomery Street, Suite 205 San Francisco, California 94105 USA Tel: (415) 834-0900 Fax: (415) 834-0999 Web site: http://www.coral.org/ The office will be closed on Friday September 13 and Monday September 16th. Our apologies for cross postings. Kind regards, Sherry Flumerfelt Program Coordinator The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Have you added your organization to the Coral Reef Directory yet? Go to http://directory.coralreef.org/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Marshall Island Bleaching Date: Thu, 12 Sep 2002 02:08:36 -0700 From: Jamie Oliver To: "Coral List (E-mail)" Dear Dean & Clive Thanks for submitting this bleaching report to the list. For your information, and for coral- listers generally, ReefBase keeps an up-to date database of all bleaching records submitted to us via our on-line report or to the coral-list. We usually put any new records up within a day or so of the report being posted and the Marshall Island data is now online. You can get a list of bleaching reports by country, or by selecting specific criteria using a query box -(http://www.reefbase.org/threats/thr_bleaching.asp). All new records are also made available in map format on our online GIS (updated every Friday). We now have over 2,600 bleaching records online. In submitting a report we ask that people provide as much information as possible. Our online report form prompts users for basic data on the first page, and more details (optional) on subsequent pages. If you post your report to the list, we will extract the relevant information and put in onto ReefBase, but we would appreciate it if people can provide the minimum data listed below. Date: date bleaching was observed, or time of peak bleaching if observed over a period of time Location: place name of the observation- if you don't have lat / long data (see below) then please provide sufficient details for us to find the place on a map and insert approximate lat and long Country: country name Lat and Long: - if available, in decimal degrees (this is essential in order for us to plot the observation on our GIS maps. If you don't supply this, we will create an approximate lat/long based on the place name you provide above Bleaching Severity: overall intensity of bleaching in the area surveyed (this can be an estimate). We code all observations into 4 categories - No Bleaching, Low Bleaching, Moderate Bleaching, High Bleaching Bleaching Notes: Any comments on the bleaching not included in other fields. Additional, highly desirable information which we put on the summary database includes: Depth: depth (or depth range) of observations Temperature: any temperature information, including qualitative notes on unusually warm conditions % affected: estimated (or measured) % of all coral cover in the area that was bleached - can be a range estimate Species and Families affected: list the top 5 or so species or groups which were most affected by bleaching Duration: Time period over which bleaching has been observed Other factors: Any other factors which may have induced bleaching (e.g. high light, freshwater, calm weather etc) Mortality Extent: level of mortality due to bleaching (0=none;1=low; 2=medium; 3=high) Mortality Notes: general observation on mortality associated with bleaching event Recovery Extent: level of recovery of bleached corals (0=none;1=low; 2=medium; 3=high) Recovery Notes: general notes on the degree and pattern of recovery of bleached corals We have also recently uploaded 27 new records on coral bleaching (or absence of bleaching) for American Samoa from March this year. Thanks to Alison Green for providing this data. In addition to bleaching data, we welcome images of bleached reefs and bleached corals - they can be uploaded directly from our user-input area. Best Regards Jamie Oliver =================================================================== ReefBase is a project of the International Coral Reef Action Network (ICRAN) www.icran.org =================================================================== =============================== Jamie Oliver Senior Scientist (Coral Reef Projects) ICLARM - The World Fish Center PO Box 500, Penang 10670 Phone: (604) 626 1606 Fax: (604) 626 5530 email: J.Oliver@cgiar.org visit ReefBase on: www.reefbase.org =============================== -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Clive Wilkinson Sent: Wednesday, 11 September 2002 8:08 PM To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Marshall Island Bleaching >Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2002 17:23:07 -0700 (PDT) >From: Dean Jacobson >Subject: Marshall Island Bleaching >To: c.wilkinson@aims.gov.au >X-Scanned-By: MIMEDefang 2.6 (www dot roaringpenguin dot com slash mimedefang) > >Greetings: >I tried to submit a report to the NOAA website, but no >joy. Perhaps you could forward this report to any >other interested parties. > >Coral bleaching, appears to have occured in Majuro, >the capital of the Marshall Islands, for the first >time. This is of consern since the coral reefs here >are very healthy (except where pollution is >concentrated) and previously unaffected by bleaching. >This event is restricted to a very shallow >near-surface layer, and was first noticed on Sept 6 >(it probably appeared a few days earlier)following the >observation of an unusually warm surface layer (only a >meter or less deep)in the Majuro lagoon on Sept 4 (at >which time no bleaching was yet observed). This >surface water felt unconfrontably warm, almost hot, to >an acclimated swimer. >Later during the weekend I explored Majuro's SE ocean >shore, and again found bleaching only of the most >shallow corals (and intertidal zooanthids), along an 8 >mile stretch. I would guess the entire atoll has >experienced bleaching (the northern shore has not been >sampled). Local residents who were gleaning during >the low tide report that they have never before >witnessed this phenomenona. >Much of the bleached coral emerged during the >unusually low tides of Sept 9 and 10, but the >bleaching clearly appears to have begun earlier, while >completely emmersed. We had very still, hot weather >on Sept 1. Further, the easterlies have been more >active and consistant then the year earlier. I >suspect that a warm water mass was advected into our >region during this event. > >Species affected include the uppermost intertidal >Acropora (blue axial tips, A. seriata?) comingled with >a rose-colored pocillopora, which also has bleached. >Tip bleaching, marking the shallow thermocline below >the shallow layer of warm water was found in Acropora >nobilis and our large pale-margined Pocillopora sp. > >I am photo-documenting selected colonies at a site in >my back yard (ocean side rock quarry pool), and will >be monitoring their progress in coming weeks. > >Cheers, >Dean Jacobson, Ph.D., instructor of Marine Science at >the College of the Marshall Islands and >Board member of a new NGO: NCCMI, Nature Conservation >Communities of the Marshall Islands. > >__________________________________________________ >Yahoo! - We Remember >9-11: A tribute to the more than 3,000 lives lost >http://dir.remember.yahoo.com/tribute > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: coral-list test: disregard Date: Thu, 12 Sep 2002 13:47:19 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list Test of coral-list to clean-out garbage emails...sorry for the inconvenience... ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Fwd: Re: Fwd: Invitation Caribbean Coral Reef Conference October 24th - 29th 2002 Date: Thu, 12 Sep 2002 16:18:00 -0400 From: Deevon Quirolo To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > > Reef Care and the NACRI (Netherlands Antilles Coral Reef Initiative) are > > very proud to invite you to the Caribbean Coral Reef Conference, which > will > > take place in Curaçao from the 24th to 29th of October 2002. > > > > We have the honor to organize this Conference with the collaboration of > > Reef Relief of the Florida Keys and the hospitality of the prestigious > > Institute Kura Hulanda. For Reef Care it is also the opportunity for us > to > > celebrate 10 years of actions protecting our coral reefs in the > Caribbean. > > > > The Conference will feature presentations relating to scientific > > information and program experience on the part of participating > countries > > and organizations. A meeting of the NACRI will also take place during > the > > conference, and the participation of ICRI members will be greatly > > appreciated- especially relating to discussions of conservation action > that > > is needed (and even urgent) regarding the protection of our coral reefs. > > > > The provisional agenda is as follows. Of course we will send you in due > > time the definitive program. > > > > Thursday 24th: Welcome and Opening Remarks > > Introduction of Participants > > State of Caribbean Reefs 2002 > > > > Evening: free presentation for the public of Curaçao > (see > > below*) > > > > Friday 25th: Morning Session: What Must be Done? > > Afternoon Session: What Can be Done? > > > > Evening: free presentation for the public of Curaçao > (see > > below*) > > Saturday 26th: Working Groups > > NACRI Meeting > > > > Sunday 27th: Free: excursions program (including > diving) > > > > Monday 28th: Finance and Fund-raising issues (General > > Presentation and > > Working Groups) > > > > Tuesday 29th: General Conclusion and Recommendations of > > the Working Groups > > Closing Remarks > > Cocktail Party > > > > > > Accommodation and transportation: > > > > Reef Care Curacao is a 100% volunteer and non-profit organization and > > depends on donations for all aspects of her work. For this reason, all > > expenses will be yours. However, the organizing committee is very > willing > > to assist you in any way that we can in order to make your participation > > possible. Please let us know as soon as possible if you are able to > > participate, and whether or not you need any specific help from us. > Please, > > as soon as possible, send your name, the name of your organization, > your > > contact numbers (telephone, fax, e-mail), and the number of participants > to > > velde@cura.net . > > > > Presentations: > > > > It would be useful if participating countries, individually or together > > (for example, the Caribbean Dutch territories might prepare a joint > > presentation), could share their experiences. Every presentation should > > include an overview of the following elements: > > - public awareness; > > - sustainable use; > > - success stories. > > > > Duration: 20 30 minutes maximum > > > > (*) We would like to feature presentations for the public of Curaçao on > > Thursday and Friday evenings. The length of your presentation is not > > limited and can include videos or 35 mm slides. Anything is possible as > > long as it concerns Caribbean underwater life. Please share with us your > > comments and ideas as soon as possible! One conference room and two > > expositions rooms are available. We would like residents and tourists > alike > > to participate in these events, so your videos, project folders, > posters, > > stickers, and other outreach materials are welcome. > > > > Your participation is welcome and greatly appreciated. Please, don’t > > hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you know some > people > > or organization who might be interested to attend the conference. > > > > We hope to see you soon! > > > > Best regards, > > > > > > Menno van der Velde Paul Hoetjes > > Reef Care Curaçao Netherlands Antilles > Coral > > Reef Initiative > > > DeeVon Quirolo, Executive Director, Reef Relief a non-profit grassroots membership organization dedicated to Preserve and Protect Living Coral Reef Ecosystems through local, regional and international efforts. (305) 294-3100, P.O. Box 430, Key West, Fl. 33041 =========================================== Do you want to make a difference for coral reefs? With a stroke of your keyboard, you can! Join Reef Relief's E-list. It's free, it's easy. Go to our website to sign onto our mailing list. That's all it takes and you'll receive regular e-alerts with information about coral reef issues, opportunities to take action, and more..... http://www.reefrelief.org Subject: Chlorophyll extraction Date: Mon, 16 Sep 2002 11:39:25 -0400 From: "cmackich@email.gasou.edu" To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Has anyone tried or know of any literature where chlorophyll was extracted from coral tissue using methanol to get relative or absolute comparisons? If so what were the absorbance wavelengths used? I have looked extensively through the coral literature and would greatly appreciate any help. Thank you for your time. Carrie MacKichan Department of Biology Georgia Southern University -------------------------------------------------------------------- mail2web - Check your email from the web at http://mail2web.com/ . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Marshall Island Bleaching Date: Mon, 16 Sep 2002 07:49:12 -1000 From: "John Naughton" To: Clive Wilkinson CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I just returned from two weeks of extensive coral reef surveys at Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Our surveys concentrated in the northern part of the atoll (basing out of Roi-Namur) and the eastern or windward reefs. We also recorded extensive bleaching of the top 8 to10 inches of many species in shallow water. However, we believe the bleaching was due to a series of very low tides coupled with light winds and periods of heavy rain. Hopefully most colonies will recover rapidly with the return of more normal conditions. Aloha, John John Naughton Pacific Islands Environmental Coordinator National Marine Fisheries Service, NOAA Honolulu, Hawaii Clive Wilkinson wrote: > >Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2002 17:23:07 -0700 (PDT) > >From: Dean Jacobson > >Subject: Marshall Island Bleaching > >To: c.wilkinson@aims.gov.au > >X-Scanned-By: MIMEDefang 2.6 (www dot roaringpenguin dot com slash > mimedefang) > > > >Greetings: > >I tried to submit a report to the NOAA website, but no > >joy. Perhaps you could forward this report to any > >other interested parties. > > > >Coral bleaching, appears to have occured in Majuro, > >the capital of the Marshall Islands, for the first > >time. This is of consern since the coral reefs here > >are very healthy (except where pollution is > >concentrated) and previously unaffected by bleaching. > >This event is restricted to a very shallow > >near-surface layer, and was first noticed on Sept 6 > >(it probably appeared a few days earlier)following the > >observation of an unusually warm surface layer (only a > >meter or less deep)in the Majuro lagoon on Sept 4 (at > >which time no bleaching was yet observed). This > >surface water felt unconfrontably warm, almost hot, to > >an acclimated swimer. > >Later during the weekend I explored Majuro's SE ocean > >shore, and again found bleaching only of the most > >shallow corals (and intertidal zooanthids), along an 8 > >mile stretch. I would guess the entire atoll has > >experienced bleaching (the northern shore has not been > >sampled). Local residents who were gleaning during > >the low tide report that they have never before > >witnessed this phenomenona. > >Much of the bleached coral emerged during the > >unusually low tides of Sept 9 and 10, but the > >bleaching clearly appears to have begun earlier, while > >completely emmersed. We had very still, hot weather > >on Sept 1. Further, the easterlies have been more > >active and consistant then the year earlier. I > >suspect that a warm water mass was advected into our > >region during this event. > > > >Species affected include the uppermost intertidal > >Acropora (blue axial tips, A. seriata?) comingled with > >a rose-colored pocillopora, which also has bleached. > >Tip bleaching, marking the shallow thermocline below > >the shallow layer of warm water was found in Acropora > >nobilis and our large pale-margined Pocillopora sp. > > > >I am photo-documenting selected colonies at a site in > >my back yard (ocean side rock quarry pool), and will > >be monitoring their progress in coming weeks. > > > >Cheers, > >Dean Jacobson, Ph.D., instructor of Marine Science at > >the College of the Marshall Islands and > >Board member of a new NGO: NCCMI, Nature Conservation > >Communities of the Marshall Islands. > > > >__________________________________________________ > >Yahoo! - We Remember > >9-11: A tribute to the more than 3,000 lives lost > >http://dir.remember.yahoo.com/tribute > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Chlorophyll extraction Date: Mon, 16 Sep 2002 17:28:29 -0500 From: Joshua Feingold To: "cmackich@email.gasou.edu" , coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Carrie - I've not used methanol, but I did use 95% acetone for chlorophyll extractions directly from coral tissues without preliminary extraction of the zooxanthellae. Obviously, this method would only allow correction for coral surface area and reveal nothing about chlorophyll/zoox. Extraction is performed in the dark following methods of Jeffrey & Haxo 1968 (in Biological Bulletin). Wavelengths of 480, 630, 665 and 750 nm were used. Results were corrected for extract volume and coral surface area to yield amount of pigment per cm^2. The equation for Chlorophyll a (ug cm^2) = ((11.43 x E665 - 0.40 x E630) x volume of extract) / area of coral. The equation for Chlorophyll c (ug cm^2) = ((27.09 x E630 - 3.63 x E665) x volume of extract) / area of coral. Check that reference for information on Methanol extraction. Cheers, Joshua Feingold At 11:39 AM 09/16/2002 -0400, cmackich@email.gasou.edu wrote: >Has anyone tried or know of any literature where chlorophyll was >extracted from coral tissue using methanol to get relative or absolute >comparisons? If so what were the absorbance wavelengths used? I >have looked extensively through the coral literature and would greatly >appreciate any help. >Thank you for your time. > >Carrie MacKichan >Department of Biology >Georgia Southern University > >-------------------------------------------------------------------- >mail2web - Check your email from the web at >http://mail2web.com/ . >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Job Opening: Marine Education Date: Mon, 16 Sep 2002 14:24:52 -1000 From: Dwayne Meadows To: , , , , , , please respond to email below, not my email. Executive Director Ocean Science and Discovery Center of Maui We are currently accepting applications for Executive Director of the Ocean Science and Discovery Center of Maui. This new facility will open in November, 2002 overlooking Maalaea Harbor on Maui. Programs combine field based experiential learning, on-site classroom programs, community outreach and production of educational materials. The Executive Director will be the lead administrator of the Ocean Science and Discovery Center. You will manage and direct our award-winning education team; develop, oversee and conduct educational programs for adults and children; oversee the development of our physical facility; coordinate creation of educational materials; oversee budgeting, financial management and fundraising of the facility and coordinating with our public relations and marketing team. The ideal Director candidate will have minimum five years of direct experience in science education, preferably marine education; a Masters or Ph.D. in marine science or ecology, marine biology or science education; and a proven track record in managing a successful science education facility. The Ocean Science Discovery Center is a project of the nonprofit Pacific Whale Foundation, Hawaii's oldest and largest marine research, education and conservation organization. Please apply to education@pacificwhale.org or to Ocean Science and Discovery Center, c/o Pacific Whale Foundation, 300 Maalaea Drive, Wailuku, HI 96793. -- Dwayne Meadows, Ph.D. Director of Research Pacific Whale Foundation 300 Ma'alaea Road Ma'alaea, HI 96793 (808) 249-8811 FAX: (808) 243-9021 dwayne@pacificwhale.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Marshall Island Bleaching Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2002 00:16:58 -0400 From: "Alan E Strong" To: John Naughton CC: Clive Wilkinson , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov John, Now that would seem to make sense...we have no active HotSpots in the Marshall Islands as of this time...close...but not there. Low tides would be our next suspicion ..due to nearby excessive heat anomaly and unusual El Nino?? Cheers, Al Strong NOAA's Coral Reef Watch Program John Naughton wrote: > I just returned from two weeks of extensive coral reef surveys at > Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Our surveys concentrated in the > northern part of the atoll (basing out of Roi-Namur) and the eastern or > windward reefs. We also recorded extensive bleaching of the top 8 to10 > inches of many species in shallow water. However, we believe the > bleaching was due to a series of very low tides coupled with light winds > and periods of heavy rain. Hopefully most colonies will recover rapidly > with the return of more normal conditions. > > Aloha, John > > John Naughton > Pacific Islands Environmental Coordinator > National Marine Fisheries Service, NOAA > Honolulu, Hawaii > > Clive Wilkinson wrote: > > > >Date: Tue, 10 Sep 2002 17:23:07 -0700 (PDT) > > >From: Dean Jacobson > > >Subject: Marshall Island Bleaching > > >To: c.wilkinson@aims.gov.au > > >X-Scanned-By: MIMEDefang 2.6 (www dot roaringpenguin dot com slash > > mimedefang) > > > > > >Greetings: > > >I tried to submit a report to the NOAA website, but no > > >joy. Perhaps you could forward this report to any > > >other interested parties. > > > > > >Coral bleaching, appears to have occured in Majuro, > > >the capital of the Marshall Islands, for the first > > >time. This is of consern since the coral reefs here > > >are very healthy (except where pollution is > > >concentrated) and previously unaffected by bleaching. > > >This event is restricted to a very shallow > > >near-surface layer, and was first noticed on Sept 6 > > >(it probably appeared a few days earlier)following the > > >observation of an unusually warm surface layer (only a > > >meter or less deep)in the Majuro lagoon on Sept 4 (at > > >which time no bleaching was yet observed). This > > >surface water felt unconfrontably warm, almost hot, to > > >an acclimated swimer. > > >Later during the weekend I explored Majuro's SE ocean > > >shore, and again found bleaching only of the most > > >shallow corals (and intertidal zooanthids), along an 8 > > >mile stretch. I would guess the entire atoll has > > >experienced bleaching (the northern shore has not been > > >sampled). Local residents who were gleaning during > > >the low tide report that they have never before > > >witnessed this phenomenona. > > >Much of the bleached coral emerged during the > > >unusually low tides of Sept 9 and 10, but the > > >bleaching clearly appears to have begun earlier, while > > >completely emmersed. We had very still, hot weather > > >on Sept 1. Further, the easterlies have been more > > >active and consistant then the year earlier. I > > >suspect that a warm water mass was advected into our > > >region during this event. > > > > > >Species affected include the uppermost intertidal > > >Acropora (blue axial tips, A. seriata?) comingled with > > >a rose-colored pocillopora, which also has bleached. > > >Tip bleaching, marking the shallow thermocline below > > >the shallow layer of warm water was found in Acropora > > >nobilis and our large pale-margined Pocillopora sp. > > > > > >I am photo-documenting selected colonies at a site in > > >my back yard (ocean side rock quarry pool), and will > > >be monitoring their progress in coming weeks. > > > > > >Cheers, > > >Dean Jacobson, Ph.D., instructor of Marine Science at > > >the College of the Marshall Islands and > > >Board member of a new NGO: NCCMI, Nature Conservation > > >Communities of the Marshall Islands. > > > > > >__________________________________________________ > > >Yahoo! - We Remember > > >9-11: A tribute to the more than 3,000 lives lost > > >http://dir.remember.yahoo.com/tribute > > > > > ~~~~~~~ > > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . -- **** <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* Alan E. 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Version 2.1 Subject: Re: Chlorophyll extraction Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2002 08:30:51 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "cmackich@email.gasou.edu" , , "Joshua Feingold" Dear all, Many thanks to Carrie and Joshua to speak about coral pigments extraction. * I'm studying coral pigments too, but I would be very thanksfull if somebody could give me some references about coral pigments contents, in order to compare with my values. * From my part, to do my PhD studies, I extract coral pigments with 100% Acetone, with JEFFREY et HUMPHREY (1975) wavelenghts and equations : Concentration of Chl a (µg/l) = 11.43 * E663 - 0.64 * E630 Concentration of Chl c2 (µg/l) = 27.09 * E630 - 3.63 * E663 Of course, you need to correct values with volume solution and coral surface Many thanks for all, and have a nice day Best regards Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Chlorophyll extraction Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2002 10:19:19 +0200 From: Christine Schoenberg To: "cmackich@email.gasou.edu" , coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear Carrie, >Has anyone tried or know of any literature where chlorophyll... I found the following quite useful to methanol-extract zooxanthellar chlorophyll from sponges: LJ Stal, H van Gemerden, WE Krumbein 1984. J Microbiol Meth 2: 295-306. Cheers, Christine Dr. Christine Schoenberg Microsensor Research Group Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology Celsiusstr. 1 D- 28359 Bremen Germany ph +49-421-2028-832 fax +49-421-2028-690 email cschoenb@mpi-bremen.de The above address is only valid til 30. Sept. 2002. >From mid of October onwards I will have a NEW ADDRESS as follows: The University of Queensland Centre for Marine Studies St. Lucia, Brisbane QLD 4072 Australia Until I will know my new ph, fax and work email, you will be able to contact me through: christineaway@gmx.net ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: cultured reef fishes? Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2002 17:25:10 -0400 From: Kathryn Kavanagh To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, FISH-SCI@SEGATE.SUNET.SE Hello, I am seeking a current list of coral-reef fishes that can be produced reliably through aquaculture (from fertilized egg to juvenile). I haven't had luck with fishbase or reefbase. I also would like to know suppliers, if there are any. Thanks for the help! Kathy -- ************************************************************************ Kathryn Kavanagh, PhD Museum of Comparative Zoology Harvard University 28 Oxford St. phone: 617-496-4632 Cambridge MA 02138 USA Email: kkavanag@oeb.harvard.edu ************************************************************************ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: cultured reef fishes? Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2002 19:08:57 -0400 From: UMusBKidN@aol.com To: kkavanag@oeb.harvard.edu (Kathryn Kavanagh) CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hi Kathryn, You might try "Oceans Reefs and Aquariums" at: http://www.orafarm.com/ According to their website, "To date ORA has cultured ten species of clownfish, seven species of dottybacks, one cardinal, two gobies and peppermint shrimp. Three of the dottyback species were aquacultured for the first time in the ORA hatchery. In addition, we carry aquacultured species from other hatcheries including Angels, Batfish and Queen Conch. All of our fish are exceptionally hardy, grown to an aquarium sellable size, have fully developed color, acclimate easily and will eat a variety of prepared foods." -UMus B. KidN In a message dated Tue, 17 Sep 2002 4:25:10 PM Eastern Standard Time, Kathryn Kavanagh writes: >Hello, > >I am seeking a current list of coral-reef fishes that can be produced >reliably through aquaculture (from fertilized egg to juvenile). I >haven't had luck with fishbase or reefbase. I also would like to >know suppliers, if there are any. Thanks for the help! > >Kathy > >-- >************************************************************************ > >Kathryn Kavanagh, PhD >Museum of Comparative Zoology >Harvard University >28 Oxford St. phone: 617-496-4632 >Cambridge MA 02138 USA Email: kkavanag@oeb.harvard.edu > >************************************************************************ >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: cultured reef fishes? Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2002 21:42:04 -0500 From: capman@augsburg.edu To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Another excellent source of information would be Morgan Lidster at Inland Aquatics in Terre Haute, Indiana. You can get contact information at Inland's web site: http://www.inlandaquatics.com Bill Capman ********************* Bill Capman Associate Professor Biology Department Campus Box 117 Augsburg College 2211 Riverside Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55454 USA 612/330-1072 FAX: 612/330-1649 capman@augsburg.edu ********************* >Hi Kathryn, > >You might try "Oceans Reefs and Aquariums" at: > >http://www.orafarm.com/ > >According to their website, > >"To date ORA has cultured ten species of clownfish, seven species of >dottybacks, one cardinal, two gobies and peppermint shrimp. Three of >the dottyback species were aquacultured for the first time in the >ORA hatchery. In addition, we carry aquacultured species from other >hatcheries including Angels, Batfish and Queen Conch. All of our >fish are exceptionally hardy, grown to an aquarium sellable size, >have fully developed color, acclimate easily and will eat a variety >of prepared foods." > >-UMus B. KidN > > >In a message dated Tue, 17 Sep 2002 4:25:10 PM Eastern Standard >Time, Kathryn Kavanagh writes: > >>Hello, >> >>I am seeking a current list of coral-reef fishes that can be produced >>reliably through aquaculture (from fertilized egg to juvenile). Ý I >>haven't had luck with fishbase or reefbase. Ý I also would like to >>know suppliers, if there are any. ÝThanks for the help! >> >>Kathy >> >>-- >>************************************************************************ >> >>Kathryn Kavanagh, PhD >>Museum of Comparative Zoology >>Harvard University >>28 Oxford St. Ý Ý Ý Ý Ý Ý Ý phone: 617-496-4632 >>Cambridge ÝMA Ý02138 ÝUSA Ý Ý Ý Ý Ý Ý Ý Email: kkavanag@oeb.harvard.edu >> >>************************************************************************ >>~~~~~~~ >>For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >>digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . >> >> >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Seeking Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan Contractor for Hawaii Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2002 17:36:57 -1000 From: "Scott Atkinson" To: "Kathryn Kavanagh" , , Dear Coral Listers - I sent this message earlier but am resending to hopefully encourage more folks to apply for the position described below. Best, Scott Atkinson CONTRACTOR NEEDED TO PREPARE COMPREHENSIVE AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE STATE OF HAWAII. The Nature Conservancy Hawaii Field Office (TNCHFO) is seeking a Contractor to prepare a Comprehensive Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan for the State of Hawaii. This contractor will be hired by TNCHFO under a partnership effort between the State Division of Aquatic Resources and TNCHFO. Contract Details: 1. Compensation will be $ 55,000 total. The contract will be based on deliverables as described below; however, applicants should be aware that it is anticipated that the work will require approximately 35 hours per week over a 12 month period. Taxes, insurance, and other benefits will be covered by the contractor. 2. The position will be based in Honolulu, Hawaii at the TNC office and the contractor will be expected to report to this office regularly. 3. The contractor will be supervised by the Director of Marine Conservation for the TNCHFO. 4. Additional funding will be made available to the contractor for travel, workshops, and meetings as relevant and with advanced approval.. Requirements: A successful applicant for this contract will have: 1. An advanced degree in marine biology, policy, law or a similar field that has equipped them with the knowledge necessary to manage complex multi-stakeholder processes, prepare marine management plans, and make appropriate policy recommendations. 2. Demonstrated success in facilitating complex multi-stakeholder processes, preparing marine management plans, and making appropriate policy recommendations. 3. Familiarity with Aquatic Nuisance Species Issues, Policies, and Management Plans. 4. Familiarity with Hawaiian Marine Ecosystems and Marine Ecology in General 5. A demonstrated ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and facilitate large numbers of science, policy, and industry experts. Start Date: Immediately. Contact Details: Please carefully review the Program Description below to assess your qualifications relative to the requirements of this contract and the expected deliverables. If you feel you have the qualifications necessary to undertake this work, please IMMEDIATELY contact, Scott Atkinson, Director of Marine Conservation, The Nature Conservancy Hawaii Field Office . satkinson@tnc.org. Send a brief email outlining your qualifications and attach a C.V. APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: SEPTEMBER 25, 2002 Program Description. There is an immediate and critical need to address the introduction and spread of alien nuisance or nonindigenous species throughout the Hawaiian islands. Step one in this process is to develop a comprehensive management plan and to focus efforts and resources to better understand the problem and raise awareness to limit the spread of nuisance species. This program will supply the foundations to accomplish these tasks by creating a comprehensive management plan, and providing the needed elements for future implementation and mitigation measures. Background: Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are causing adverse ecological and economic effects throughout the country. To address these issues, Congress passed the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990, which among other actions, authorized and provided guidance for the development of State management plans. States are authorized and encouraged to submit comprehensive management plans for up to 75 percent of the cost incurred to implement such programs. As is outlined in the national ANS guidelines, the management plan must identify technical, enforcement, or financial assistance for activities needed to eliminate or reduce the environment, public health and safety risks associated with ANS. The content of the plan will focus on the identification of feasible, cost effective management practices and measures that will be undertaken by agencies and their partners to prevent and control aquatic nuisance species infestations in an environmentally sound manner. In partnership with the Division of Aquatic Resources, TNCHFO is seeking a qualified person who will work with staff, representatives from state and federal agencies, the University of Hawaii, Bishop Museum, and others to develop a comprehensive alien aquatic organism prevention and management program, beginning with the creation of a management plan. Tasks for this Contractor will include: 1. Formation of an Advisory Committee: To ensure that this management plan is developed based on the best available science and policy, TNCHFO and our partners will create an aquatic alien species advisory group to assist in the drafting of the plan. This group will consist of relevant stakeholders from the Division of Aquatic Resources, the Fish and Wildlife Service, the University of Hawaii, the Bishop Museum, The Nature Conservancy, Relevant Industry Partners such as the shipping and aquaculture industries, and others. 2. Preparation of a Draft Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan for the State of Hawaii: With the guidance of this group and the assistance of relevant experts in this field, a Draft Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan for the State of Hawaii will be drafted by the fourth quarter of this project. This plan will meet all requirements of the Aquatic Nuisance Task Force and will be sufficient in scope and detail to enable the immediate approval of federal funding for its implementation. 3. Initial Identification of Possible Vectors for Introductions and the Development of Preliminary Outreach and Education Materials to Address this Issue. The project will also identify the possible vectors both for introduction and spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species. Depending on the vectors identified, recommendations may be needed regarding regulatory measures that should be implemented to mitigate introductions. Additional regulatory or agency constraints to effective management will also be identified and recommendations on how to reduce or eliminate these constraints will be developed. In addition the development of a brochure or other outreach materials will be undertaken to raise awareness of possible vectors. 4. Identification of Additional Research Needs: Limited studies have been funded by DAR, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the University of Hawaii, Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program, and others to identify the spread of alien marine organisms statewide, to understand how some of the species spread and the nutrients or other terrestrial influences that increase growth rates. Other funds have been allocated to look into the feasibility of mitigation efforts. Significant funding has been allocated to study the impacts of non-indigenous fresh water species on the native stream species. These studies have included looking at the effects of the species on the stream habitats, and have also looked at how alien species have become the vectors for the introductions of harmful parasites and diseases to native freshwater organisms. However, significant additional studies are needed. In year one DAR will work with researchers to begin to identify additional research and mitigation measures that are needed. This will lead to the hosting of a workshop for experts to collectively identify major gaps in research and the types of studies that are needed. 5. Identification of Additional Sources of Funding: In order to implement the management plan and fund both additional research and mitigation studies, identification of additional sources of funding will be necessary. The final component of the first year of this program will be to identify additional possible sources of funding. Based on successful completion of Year One activities and the securing of additional funding, a second year contract may be offered to the contractor to: 1. Obtain Approval for the Draft Management Plan: The Non-indigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act created a Task Force to address aquatic alien introductions and develop a national policy for the prevention and spread of these species. Under the requirements of the Act, the Task Force must review submitted plans submitted by the States and either approve them or return the plans with recommended modifications. The initial focus of year 2 will be to obtain approval of the management plan and to initiate the application process to apply for the federal funding that will implement the management plan. 2. Develop Outreach Materials to Raise Awareness of Nuisance Species Issues: There is an active invasive species committee in each state(?) that is working to raise awareness, initiate mitigation measures and limit the spread of alien species. However the bulk of their focus to date has been on terrestrial species. Most of these committees have active list severs, web pages and are linked to several important subject sites. In year two a concentrated focus of the program will to be to link to these other organizations and to develop outreach materials that raise the awareness among targeted sectors of the community. This outreach campaign will build on the work that has been undertaken by U.S Fish and Wildlife Service, University of Hawaii Botany Department, Bishop Museum, and DAR. The Nature Conservancy Hawaii Field Office has played a key role in raising awareness of terrestrial non-indigenous species and as a key partner, will also be heavily involved in the development of the outreach plan. 3. Address Both Recommendations for Changes to Regulations and Agency Constraints That Were Identified in Year One: During the second year of the project, efforts to create or change existing regulatory structures and address agency constraints will be undertaken. However, it is likely to take more than one year to achieve significant results on these issues. As a result, these issues will continue to be addressed during the implementation of the Management Plan. Deliverables for Year One of the Project: · An Established Advisory Committee. · A Framework for the Plan Outlining All Sections to Be Addressed. · A Workshop and Printing of the Proceedings Including Expert Opinion on Management Plan Elements and Recommendations for Further Studies. · Report of Possible Vectors for Introductions of Aquatic Nuisance Species to be Included in the Management Plan. · Preliminary Outreach and Education Materials to Address the Issue of Aquatic Nuisance Species. · A Final Report Including the Draft Plan that will be Submitted to the Aquatic Nuisance Task Force for Approval. If a Second Year Contract is Offered and Accepted by the Contractor, Deliverables Will Include: · Printing of the Management Plan and Adoption of the Plan by The National Aquatic Nuisance Task Force. · A Full Outreach Campaign Plan Including Links to Local and National Invasive Species Web Sites. · Introduction Of Appropriate Legislation Or Adoption Of New/Revised Regulations To Address Regulatory and Agency Constraints to Implementing Effective Management. · Approval of Grant Application For Access To Federal Funds To Implement Management Plan. -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Kathryn Kavanagh Sent: September 17, 2002 11:25 AM To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov; FISH-SCI@SEGATE.SUNET.SE Subject: cultured reef fishes? Hello, I am seeking a current list of coral-reef fishes that can be produced reliably through aquaculture (from fertilized egg to juvenile). I haven't had luck with fishbase or reefbase. I also would like to know suppliers, if there are any. Thanks for the help! Kathy -- ************************************************************************ Kathryn Kavanagh, PhD Museum of Comparative Zoology Harvard University 28 Oxford St. phone: 617-496-4632 Cambridge MA 02138 USA Email: kkavanag@oeb.harvard.edu ************************************************************************ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Chlorophyll extraction using methanol Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 13:41:56 +1000 From: Tony Larkum To: "cmackich@email.gasou.edu" , coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov The most comprehensive work on methanol extraction of chlorophyll has been done by Bob Porra in Canberra. A summary of this work is in: Porra RJ 1991. Recent advances and re-assessments in chlorophyll extraction and assay procedures for terrestrial, aquatic and marine organisms including recalcitrant algae. In "The Chlorophylls" H. Scheer, ed., pp 31-57 CRC Press, Boca Raton. This lists all the absorption coefficients and equations for chlorophyll determination. Up to that time, and as far as I know since, there are no trichromatic equations for determining Chls a+b+c in methanol (or for determing Chl a+c). The only equations available are those of Jeffrey and Humphrey, for 90% acetone. Tony Larkum >Has anyone tried or know of any literature where chlorophyll was >extracted from coral tissue using methanol to get relative or absolute >comparisons? If so what were the absorbance wavelengths used? I >have looked extensively through the coral literature and would greatly >appreciate any help. >Thank you for your time. > >Carrie MacKichan >Department of Biology >Georgia Southern University > >-------------------------------------------------------------------- >mail2web - Check your email from the web at >http://mail2web.com/ . >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Prof. A.W.D. Larkum Acting Director, Sydney University Biological Informatics and Technology Centre (SUBIT) School of Biological Sciences Heydon-Laurence Building (A08) University of Sydney NSW 2006 Australia Tel 61 2 9351 2069 Fax 61 2 9351 4119 http://www.bio.usyd.edu.au/SUBIT/ http://www-personal.usyd.edu.au/~alark http://www.bio.usyd.edu.au/SOBS/admin/staff/larkum.html http://www.com.univ-mrs.fr/IRD/cyano http://www.larkumnet.freeserve.co.uk/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Cultured reef fishes Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 07:45:21 -0400 From: "Julian Sprung" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Have a look at the Breeders' Registry http://www.breeders-registry.gen.ca.us/ Cheers, Julian Sprung ------------------------------- Hello, I am seeking a current list of coral-reef fishes that can be produced reliably through aquaculture (from fertilized egg to juvenile). I haven't had luck with fishbase or reefbase. I also would like to know suppliers, if there are any. Thanks for the help! Kathy -- ************************************************************************ Kathryn Kavanagh, PhD Museum of Comparative Zoology Harvard University 28 Oxford St. phone: 617-496-4632 Cambridge MA 02138 USA Email: kkavanag@oeb.harvard.edu ************************************************************************ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: cultured reef fishes? Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 12:59:52 +0100 From: Colette Wabnitz To: coral-list , FISH-SCI , Kathryn Kavanagh Kathryn, Here's a list of marine fishes that have been reproduced in captivity (taken from Hydra 14, Luglio/Agosto 2002): APOGONIDAE Apogon Cyanosoma A. COmpressus Sphaeramia nematoptera Cheilodipterus quinquelineatus Apopgonichthys nigripinnis Pterapogon kauderni BATRACHOIDIDAE Opsanus tau BLENNIDAE Blennius pavo CARANGIDAE Trachinotus carolinus CALLIONYMIDAE Synchiropus splendidus EPHIPPIDAE Chaetodipterus faber GOBIESOCIDAE Gobiesox strumosus GOBIIDAE Gobiosoma multifasciatum Gobiosoma evelynae Gobiosoma oceanops Elactinus xanthipora Gobiodon citrinus Gobiosoma prochilus Gobiosoma genie Goryphopterus personatus Gobiosoma okinawae LUTJANIDAE Lutjanus griseus Ocyurus chrysurus OPISTOGNATHIDAE Opistognathus aurifrons PLESIOPIDAE Calloplesiops altivelis POMACANTHIDAE Centropyge argi C. ferrugatus C. loriculus C. resplendens Pomacanthus arcuatus P. paru POMACENTRIDAE Amphiprion akallopisos A. allardi A. bicinctus A. chrysogaster A. clarkii A. ephippium A. frenatus A. lalezonatus A. leucokranus A. melanopus A. ocellaris A. percula A. perideraion A. polymnus A. rubrocinctus A. sandaracinbos A. tricinctus Premnas biaculatus Abudefduf saxitilis Dascyllus albisella Dascyllus aruanus Hypsypops rubicundus Microspathodon chrysurus Neopomacentrus bankieri Pomacentrus amboinensis POMADASYIDAE Anisotremus virginicus Haemulon plumieri PSEUDOCHROMIDAE Labracinus cyclophtalmus Ogylbilna novaehollandiae Pseudochromis aldabrensis P. flavivertex P. fridmani P. fuscus P. olivaceous P. saneky P. springeri SCIAENIDAE Equetus acuminatus E. lanceolatus E. punctatus E. umbrosus SERRANIDAE Gramma loreto G. malacara Hyplopectrus unicolor SYNGNATHYDAE Doryrhamphus dactyliophorus H. erectus H. hippocampus H. kuda H. punctulatus H. reidi H. zosterae Syngnathoides biaculeatus TETRAODONTIDAE Sphoeroides maculatus LABRIDAE Lachnolaimus maximus Various Amphiprion(s) are being cultured at the Tropical Marine Centre (http://www.tmc-ltd.co.uk/) or Meerwasser Centre Menzel (http://www.meerwasser-center-menzel.de/chronik.htm) (or as suggested in an earlier reply ORA -http://www.orafarm.com/). Aquafish technology are rearing various species from post larval stages onwards (more info under: http://www.aqua-fish.com/) Good luck! Colette ************************************ Colette Wabnitz Marine Programme Officer UNEP - World Conservation Monitoring Centre 219 Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0DL Tel: 01223 277 314 Fax: 01223 277 136 Email: colette.wabnitz@unep-wcmc.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: reef-fish culture replies Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 11:28:50 -0400 From: Kathryn Kavanagh To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, FISH-SCI@SEGATE.SUNET.SE Hello again, Thanks very much for all the replies to my request about aquaculture of reef fishes. If anyone would like a summary, send me a note and I'll send back an attachment with all the replies. Regards, Kathy -- ************************************************************************ Kathryn Kavanagh, PhD Museum of Comparative Zoology Harvard University 28 Oxford St. phone: 617-496-4632 Cambridge MA 02138 USA Email: kkavanag@oeb.harvard.edu ************************************************************************ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Palmyra NOTICE - Bleaching? Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 12:30:51 -0400 From: "Gang Liu" Organization: NOAA NESDIS/ORA To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Our satellite sea surface temperatures (SSTs) show that during the past few days, SST at Palmyra has increased significantly and reached 30.6 deg C (about 2 deg C above the expected maximum monthly mean SST at Palmyra). http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_palmyra_cur.html http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/dhw_news.html Our global SST and coral bleaching HotSpot animations show that the center of an area of abnormally warm SSTs which has been lingering around the equator just to the east of the International Dateline, has expanded and moved eastward to cover the northern Line Islands, including Palmyra. http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_hl_2m.html http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_50km_2m.html At Palmyra, thermal stress is accumulating that might lead to a bleaching event. http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.9.16.2002.gif ------------- NOAA's Coral Reef Watch Project NOAA/NESDIS -- ============================ Gang Liu, Ph.D. NOAA/NESDIS/ORA E/RA3 NOAA Science Center, Rm 711 5200 Auth Road Camp Springs, MD 20746 Tel: 301-763-8176 ext 30 Fax: 301-763-8108 Email: Gang.Liu@noaa.gov ============================ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: BIG reef fish Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 13:37:23 -0400 From: Kathryn Kavanagh To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, FISH-SCI@SEGATE.SUNET.SE Hello again, I would like to expand my inquiry -- does anyone have a list of larger, non-ornamental, reef-associated fishes that have been reliably reared from eggs? Information on commercial suppliers would be useful. Thanks again. Kathy -- ************************************************************************ Kathryn Kavanagh, PhD Museum of Comparative Zoology Harvard University 28 Oxford St. phone: 617-496-4632 Cambridge MA 02138 USA Email: kkavanag@oeb.harvard.edu ************************************************************************ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Post-Doctoral Researcher Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 12:45:42 -0500 From: "John F. Valentine" Organization: Dauphin Island Sea Lab To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Coastal Marine Scholar Post-Doctoral Researcher Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL), the marine research facility for 22 colleges and universities in the State of Alabama, is seeking a postdoctoral marine scientist with experience in mathematical modeling of coastal ecosystems. This position will be funded for two years with the possibility of a one-year renewal. Relevant experience could include, for example, research on nutrient or energy flux through marine or estuarine food webs, but other areas will also be considered. The successful applicant will pursue independent research but will also be expected to conduct collaborative research with one or more members of the DISL faculty. The position comes with a competitive salary and benefits package along with institutional support for travel and other essential research requirements. For additional details on DISL, its academic programs and faculty research interests see http://www.disl.org. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research interests, 2-3 selected reprints, and the names and contact information (including email addresses) for three references to: Dr. John F. Valentine, Marine Scientist Search Committee, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, 101 Bienville Boulevard, Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528. Review of applicants will begin December 1, 2002 and will continue until the position is filled. The DISL is an EOE/AA/M/F/D employer. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: coral bleaching in the PAcific Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 14:52:30 -0700 (PDT) From: Silvia Pinca To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov We experienced coral bleaching in the Marhsall islands, observations in both JAluit and MAjuro are documented with photos. Shallow water, shelf reef on both ocean and lagoon side have bleached (Acropora and Pocillopora) and certain colonies of Acroporas have been colonized by green filamentous algae afer a week. The bleaching event occurred 2 days after the spring tide when there was no wind. Unfortunately we do not have any reading of temperature for those days, but water temperature on the shelf at 1 m was 31.5. For further inforamtion contact me or Dean Jacobson at atolldino@yahoo.com Thank you ===== Silvia Pinca, Ph.D. Marine Science Program Coordinator College of the Marshall Islands P.O. Box 1258, Majuro, MH 96960 ph. (692)-625-5903 milviapin@yahoo.com www.geocities.com/milviapin __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! News - Today's headlines http://news.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: GBR monitoring - latest update Date: Thu, 19 Sep 2002 14:26:09 +1000 From: Kate Osborne To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The latest monitoring survey update for the Northern Great Barrier Reef can be accessed from www.aims.gov.au/reef-monitoring. For each reef visited there is also a reef community description and photographs. From this page you can also access the Mariners Journal which gives a day by day account of the survey trip with lots of extra photographs. Kate Osborne Reef Monitoring A.I.M.S P.M.B 3, Townsville MC, 4810 ph 61 7 47534354 fax 61 7 47534288 www.aims.gov.au/reef-monitoring ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: re: Flower Garden Banks NMS coral spawn report Date: Thu, 19 Sep 2002 12:49:20 -0500 From: "Emma Hickerson" Organization: National Marine Sanctuary To: coral list Coral-listers, Below is a record of the observations during the annual coral spawning cruise at the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, located in the northwest Gulf of Mexico. Apologies for the delay in posting this information. Please forward any questions or comments to Emma Hickerson, Research Coordinator, FGBNMS: emma.hickerson@noaa.gov Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Northwest Gulf of Mexico Annual Coral Spawning Cruise Report August 27 to September 1, 2002 Report compiled by Emma L. Hickerson, Research Coordinator, FGBNMS Input provided by Dr. Peter Vize, University of Calgary Coral Spawning 8/28/02 21:00 to 22:00 Montastraea franksi minimal spawning event. Observers commented on general diminished size of gamete bundles that appeared to be staying in stringy masses in water column. One observer documented up to 20 heads releasing gametes. 21:00 Diploria strigosa. Up to five colonies releasing gametes. 8/29/02 21:35 to 21:40 M. cavernosa one female observed releasing eggs 20:50 to 22:00 (sparse after 21:45) D. strigosa Mass spawning event. One observer reported approx. 40 heads releasing gamete bundles. 21:20 to 22:45 M. franksi . Mass spawning event. One observer reported approx. 50 heads releasing gamete bundles. 22:19 to 22:45 Stephanocoenia intercepta. Up to 10 male heads were observed releasing sperm 22:25 to 22:45 S. intercepta. Approx. 5 female heads were observed releasing eggs. 22:55 to later than 23:05 M. faveolata. Approx. 4 heads were observed releasing gamete bundles prior to diver leaving bottom. 8/30/02 2100 Colpophylia natans one head observed releasing gamete bundles 22:10 to 22:40 S. intercepta. Approx. 10 males observed releasing sperm 22:30 to 22:40 S. intercepta. Approx. 4 females were observed releasing eggs 8/31/02 20:47 to 21:00 C. natans mass spawning event. One observer reported approx. 20 colonies releasing gamete bundles 22:15 to 22:45 S. intercepta mass spawning event. Majority of observations were males N.B. Additional coral spawning (unidentified species) were observed during the period 7-10 days after the full moon in July at the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary by recreational divers. Other invertebrate spawning 8/28/02 09:00 creamy/pinkish finger sponge (Aplysilla sulfuria?) under coral ledges releasing sperm 22:10 Spirobranchus giganteus (Christmas tree worm) one male observed releasing sperm 8/29/02 Eunicid polychaete worm (Lysidice ninetta) observed spawning. 21:35 to 22:00 S. giganteus between 30 and 50 individual males observed releasing sperm 21:35 to 21:15 Ophioderma rubicundum one ruby brittle star female observed releasing eggs 8/30/02 prior to 20:30 to and later than 2130 O. squamossisimum red brittle star males observed in aggregations of up to 6 individuals, releasing sperm and at least one female observed releasing eggs. 21:00 O. rubicundum at least one ruby brittle star female observed releasing eggs During the dive period, large numbers of both O. rubicundum (~100) and O. squamossisimum (~30) were observed, but not releasing gametes. 8/31/02 11:00 Ectyoplysia ferox (volcano sponge) females observed with extruded eggs hanging off sponge. Fish spawning activity 8/28/02 09:00 Acanthurus coeruleus (blue tang) displaying courtship behavior 8/30/02 12:00 Thalassoma bifasciatum (bluehead wrasse) observed spawning 17:30 Holocentrus rufus (longspine squirrelfish) observed displaying spawning behavior 9/1/02 0700 Cryptotomus roseus (bluelip parrotfish) observed displaying courtship behavior -- ````````````````````````````````````````````````` Emma L. Hickerson Research Coordinator emma.hickerson@noaa.gov Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary 216 W. 26th St. Suite 104 Bryan, Texas 77803 979-779-2705 ph 979-779-2334 fax www.flowergarden.nos.noaa.gov www.sanctuaries.nos.noaa.gov ````````````````````````````````````````````````` Subject: Information sought on reef fish spawning aggregations Date: Thu, 19 Sep 2002 19:44:40 -0700 (PDT) From: andy cornish To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear All, The Society for the Conservation of Reef Fish Aggregations (SCRFA) would like to enlist the help of coral reef researchers in collating information on spawning aggregations. Many reef fishes aggregate in large numbers at specific times and places to reproduce, particularly on the outer reef edge or reef passes. Some sites may be used by many species, either simultaneously or at different times of day, month or year. Once they have been discovered, their predictable nature makes them extremely vulnerable to overexploitation. Overfishing has already depleted a substantial number of such reproductive gatherings in the Caribbean and considerable anecdotal evidence also suggests that many spawning aggregations of groupers are systematically being destroyed by the live reef food fish trade, especially in Indonesia and the western Pacific. SCRFA strives to promote and facilitate the international conservation and management of reef fish spawning aggregations and has initiated a global database to document aggregation history and status throughout the tropics to facilitate sound science-based development of appropriate fishery-specific management and conservation and to provide supporting information to stakeholders. However, spawning aggregation sites are often poorly documented and we are lacking information from many areas of the Pacific, Indian Ocean and Caribbean. We would like to hear from you if you aware of aggregations that have not been reported in the published literature, whether you know personally of such sites, or are aware of grey literature that may have contain relevant information. Also if you have conducted recent assessments of aggregations previously reported. Those contributing can be assured that the precise locations of spawning sites will not be released, unless there is specific reason to do so and after consultation with both the SCRFA Board and the contributor, to avoid the possible abuse of this information. Apologies for the cross posting and thanks, Andy Cornish ===== Andy Cornish Ph.D, Teaching Consultant, Department of Ecology & Biodiversity, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Rd., Hong Kong __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC & Yahoo! http://sbc.yahoo.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Information sought on reef fish spawning aggregations Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2002 07:54:30 -1000 From: "John Naughton" To: andy cornish CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Andy: NMFS/NOAA has been involved recently in the environmental aspects of a large road project being built in Palau under treaty between the U.S. and the Republic of Palau. Because of some potentially substantial impacts on marine systems (i.e., dredging for road aggregate, causeway construction), we have developed a compensatory mitigation package for the project, including the establishment of the 30,000 acre Ngaremeduu Conservation Area. One of the major reasons for designating this particular marine protected area (including a huge mangrove embayment, lagoon patch reefs, and large section of barrier reef) off the west coast of Palau, is that it includes a major grouper spawning channel through the barrier reef. There are a number of these very important grouper spawning channels in Palau, particularly in the western barrier reef. I'm somewhat hesitant to name the ones known to me (for obvious reasons) without the permission of appropriate people in Palau. Hopefully, via this e-mail to the list, someone in Palau can respond to you directly with this important information. Protection of these channels in Palau and elsewhere is critical. Well enforced MPAs, in my opinion, is the most appropriate tool for insuring this protection. Aloha, John John Naughton Pacific Islands Environmental Coordinator National Marine Fisheries Service, NOAA Honolulu, Hawaii andy cornish wrote: > Dear All, > > The Society for the Conservation of Reef Fish > Aggregations (SCRFA) would like to enlist the help of > coral reef researchers in collating information on > spawning aggregations. > > Many reef fishes aggregate in large numbers at > specific times and places to reproduce, particularly > on the outer reef edge or reef passes. Some sites may > be used by many species, either simultaneously or at > different times of day, month or year. Once they have > been discovered, their predictable nature makes them > extremely vulnerable to overexploitation. Overfishing > has already depleted a substantial number of such > reproductive gatherings in the Caribbean and > considerable anecdotal evidence also suggests that > many spawning aggregations of groupers are > systematically being destroyed by the live reef food > fish trade, especially in Indonesia and the western > Pacific. > > SCRFA strives to promote and facilitate the > international conservation and management of reef fish > spawning aggregations and has initiated a global > database to document aggregation history and status > throughout the tropics to facilitate sound > science-based development of appropriate > fishery-specific management and conservation and to > provide supporting information to stakeholders. > > However, spawning aggregation sites are often poorly > documented and we are lacking information from many > areas of the Pacific, Indian Ocean and Caribbean. > > We would like to hear from you if you aware of > aggregations that have not been reported in the > published literature, whether you know personally of > such sites, or are aware of grey literature that may > have contain relevant information. Also if you have > conducted recent assessments of aggregations > previously reported. Those contributing can be assured > that the precise locations of spawning sites will not > be released, unless there is specific reason to do so > and after consultation with both the SCRFA Board and > the contributor, to avoid the possible abuse of this > information. > > Apologies for the cross posting and thanks, > > Andy Cornish > > ===== > Andy Cornish Ph.D, > Teaching Consultant, > Department of Ecology & Biodiversity, > The University of Hong Kong, > Pokfulam Rd., Hong Kong > > __________________________________________________ > Do you Yahoo!? > New DSL Internet Access from SBC & Yahoo! > http://sbc.yahoo.com > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Whoops: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel] Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2002 20:26:23 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list Sorry folks, you weren't supposed to see that that was forwaded by me for Kimberly. PLEASE reply directly to her instead of me. Sorry about that... Jim Jim Hendee wrote: > From: kerlinge@ngs.org > To: coral-list > Subject: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel > > Hello, > > I'm a researcher at the National Geographic Channels International. On > reviewing > a script, I found a claim that the "big mushroom" coral off Green Island > in > Taiwan is possibly considered the largest and oldest independent coral. > Is this > true? Can someone confirm this for me? I haven't been able to confirm > this via > the internet. > > Thank you very much for your time-- > > Kimberly White Erlinger > Researcher, NGCI ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Re: Information sought on reef fish spawning aggregations Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 10:43:46 +1000 From: "Mark Tupper" To: "John Naughton" , andy cornish CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Greetings Andy, John, and listers "John Naughton" wrote: >--------------------------------------------------- >There are a number of these very important grouper >spawning channels in Palau, particularly in the >western barrier reef. I'm somewhat hesitant >to name the ones known to me (for obvious reasons) >without the permission of appropriate people in >Palau. Hopefully, via this e-mail to the list, >someone in Palau can respond to you directly with >this important information. Protection of these >channels in Palau and elsewhere is critical. Well >enforced MPAs, in my opinion, is the most appropriate >tool for insuring this protection. The Marine Protected Areas Research Group (based at U. of Guam) will be leading a NOAA-funded project to test indicators of MPA management effectiveness in Guam, Palau, and the CNMI. Our test sites include a couple of MPAs on the western barrier reef of Palau. The study will include data collection on focal species (including grouper) abundance and location/timing of spawning aggregations in MPAs and adjacent fished sites. In the meantime, Pat Colin of the Coral Reef Research Foundation is the person to talk to regarding reef fish spawning in Palau. One last comment on John's post. I would not necessarily count on MPAs as the single most appropriate tool for conserving grouper spawning aggregations. Several Pacific islands have implemented seasonal commercial trade bans on groupers and other aggregating species. These bans make it illegal to buy or sell grouper during the spawning season, which makes fishing aggregations much less attractive to fishermen from an economic standpoint. In my opinion, a combination of MPAs and seasonal trade bans (which are currently used in Palau and Kosrare) might be the best way to conserve aggregations - or at least better than MPAs alone. Cheers, Mark PS: Andy, contact me directly for info on grouper spawning aggregations in the Turks & Caicos Islands. Dr. Mark H Tupper, Assistant Professor University of Guam Marine Laboratory UOG Station, Mangilao, Guam 96923 tel. 671-735-2185; fax 671-734-6767 http://www.uog.edu/marinelab/tupper/index.html Coordinator, Marine Protected Areas Research Group http://www.uog.edu/marinelab/mpa/index.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Bleaching in the Southern Arabian Gulf Date: Mon, 23 Sep 2002 16:57:18 -0400 From: "Monika Gurnee" Reply-To: To: CC: , 2002 Coral Bleaching Event in the Southern Arabian Gulf (United Arab Emirates) A research team consisting of scientists from the Dubai Municipality/National Coral Reef Institute (Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, USA)/UAE Environmental Research and Wildlife Development Agency/Karl-Franzens- University Graz/Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam found significant bleaching on coral reefs in the Arabian Gulf at the nearshore site of Jebel Ali (Dubai, between Jebel Ali port and Ras Hasyan) and the offshore island Sir Abu Nuair. In Jebel Ali all corals were bleached white, with only few individuals (among them Acropora downingi recruits) partially bleached or unbleached. According to reports by DM and ERWDA, the bleaching started during the last week of August when sea surface temperatures reached up to 37 degrees near Dubai. In Sir Abu Nuair, the bleaching was more patchy and heaviest among massive corals, less among Acropora spp. No significant mortality was found yet, and recovery is still possible. Over 90% of bleached corals still had tissues and had not yet incurred even partial mortality. At the same time, no bleaching was observed on reefs at the same latitude in the Arabian Sea on Oman's Musandam Peninsula near Ras Lima and Geziret Lima. The team was led by Mohammed Abdelrahman Hassan Deshgooni of Dubai Municipality, Nasser Shadoor of ERWDA, and Bernhard Riegl of the National Coral Reef Institute of Nova Southeastern University. For further inquiries, please contact Bernhard Riegl at rieglb@nova.edu. Richard E. Dodge, Ph.D. Dean Nova Southeastern University Oceanographic Center 8000 N. Ocean Drive Dania, FL 33004 NSUOC http://www.nova.edu/ocean/ NCRI http://www.nova.edu/ocean/ncri/index.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: NOAA Website Accesses 150 Years of Hurricane Data Date: Mon, 23 Sep 2002 16:02:30 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: "'coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" Coral-List: FYI Website Accesses 150 Years of Hurricane Data http://ens-news.com/ens/sep2002/2002-09-19-09.asp#anchor7 SILVER SPRING, Maryland - A new Internet based application allows the search and display of detailed tropical cyclone data and coastal population trends. Emergency preparedness managers, meteorologists and the general public can use the Historical Hurricane Tracks tool to explore more than 150 years of information about tropical cyclones in the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. Searches can be made using criteria such as storm name, U.S. ZIP code, U.S. state, county, or latitude and longitude. Tropical cyclone activity is archived as far back as 1851. The site also provides a searchable database of population changes from 1900 to 2000 for U.S. coastal counties affected by hurricanes and detailed text reports on the life history and impact of Atlantic tropical cyclones from 1958 to 2001. This is the first site developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that provides storm and population data side by side. "To make informed decisions, emergency managers need to know how many people live, work and vacation in coastal areas," said Margaret Davidson, acting assistant administrator for NOAA's National Ocean Service. "Having simultaneous access to population figures and storm data is a significant improvement, since the more you know about past tropical cyclones the better you can prepare for the future." NOAA National Hurricane Center Director, Max Mayfield, praised the initiative for bringing together useful information to a wide range of users, from professional hurricane watchers to retirees planning to move to the coast. "Now that the Historical Hurricane Tracks tool is available you have one, easy to navigate site that can answer many questions about tropical cyclone history," Mayfield said. Historical Hurricane Tracks is available at: http://hurricane.csc.noaa.gov/hurricanes/ # # # http://ens-news.com/ens/sep2002/2002-09-19-09.asp#anchor7 NOAA CREATES ATLANTIC HURRICANES DATABASE Emergency preparedness managers, meteorologists and the general public now have a powerful new instrument to explore more than 150 years of information about tropical cyclones in the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories/s1006.htm - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Bleaching in the Gulf of Oman Date: Tue, 24 Sep 2002 10:35:48 +0500 From: Michel Claereboudt To: , , BLEACHING: RECENT EVENTS AND RECOVERY FOLLOWING THE 1998 EVENT A bleaching hot spot alert was posted on the coral list at the beginning of July when a pool of water 2šC above the long-term monthly average was centred near Muscat. Subsequently, some paling of Goniopora colonies was reported by divers at the Daymaniyat National Nature Reserve, 40km off the coast of Muscat in early August that had worsened by late August. Observations at Kharabah Island (Most eastern Daymaniyat Island) made in late August showed that the most affected corals were in water less than 6m depth. The most severely affected species were Astreopora (100% of colonies totally bleached), Symphyllia recta (60-70%), Goniopora species (50%), Platygyra (20% of colonies partially bleached), and soft corals (25% of colonies bleached). Together the hard coral species make up a coral cover of 20% out of a total hard coral cover of approximately 85%. Coral communities in deeper water, 6-20m appeared unaffected. Corals along the mainland coast of Muscat appear also to be largely unaffected, and intermittent monitoring for bleached corals continues. The bleaching event that occurred in southern Oman in 1998 only affected very shallow corals along a relatively short stretch of coast near Mirbat, and had a minor impact on the marine ecosystem there. A survey in several coral-rich coves in January 2002 (5-10% coral cover) showed that hard coral cover had fallen compared to observations made in 1996 (20-30% cover). The decline cannot be solely attributable to the effects of bleaching in 1998 but is more likely to be the result of a range of natural factors including the natural stress associated with summer upwellings, COTS, etc as well as the effects of abalone fishing and SCUBA diving activity. The density of coral recruits was low compared to other sites in Southern Arabia (e.g. Socotra), indicating that recovery will be slow. Michel Claereboudt and Simon Wilson -- Michel Claereboudt Sultan Qaboos University College of Agricultural and Marine Sciences (BOX 34) Dpt. Marine Science and Fisheries Al-Khod 123 Sultanate of Oman Tel (968) 515 249 Fax (968) 513 418 Email; michelc@squ.edu.om ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: cultured reef fishes? Date: Tue, 24 Sep 2002 19:48:57 -0500 From: "stevekolian" To: "Colette Wabnitz" , "coral-list" , "FISH-SCI" , "Kathryn Kavanagh" Could anyone direct me to publications or NOAA funded research that quantifies reef fish population densities by unit area of habitat? Best Regards, Steve Kolian Environmental Scientist Rm 5514 Louisiana Dept of Environmental Quality P.O. Box 82178 Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70884-2178 225-765-0339 work 225-292-9514 home steve_k@deq.state.la.us stevekolian@cox.net ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Population desities of reef fish per unit area? Date: Tue, 24 Sep 2002 22:11:39 -0500 From: "stevekolian" To: "coral-list" , "FISH-SCI" Dear List serve, Could anyone direct me to publications or NOAA funded research that quantifies reef fish population densities by unit area of habitat? Best Regards, Steve Kolian Environmental Scientist Rm 5514 Louisiana Dept of Environmental Quality P.O. Box 82178 Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70884-2178 225-765-0339 work 225-292-9514 home steve_k@deq.state.la.us stevekolian@cox.net Subject: Reef HQ - Curatorial Internships 2003 available Date: Wed, 25 Sep 2002 14:37:36 +1000 From: Kirstenm To: aquaticinfo@neaq.org, coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Hi there, I would like to advertise the following internship positions: ReefHQ –Curatorial internships 2003 As part of its education and outreach role, reefHQ offers two curatorial internship positions to suitable applicants for 2003. Each internship position carries one specialist research and development project, which will be the core duty of the candidate. For the 2003 intake we seek responsible individuals with an interest in developing techniques for the culture of reef fish and gastropods respectively. However, interns may also assist reefHQ staff with animal husbandry responsibilities of all exhibits, including feeding of fish, turtles, corals, maintenance of aquariums systems and other routine duties related to animal care This program is designed for individuals intending to undertake a technical or professional career in marine science, aquaculture or a closely related discipline. Many of the skills acquired will have application in a range of marine scientific disciplines and will be an advantage to recent graduates seeking industry experience. The ReefHQ work environment Reef HQ, formerly the Great Barrier Reef Aquarium, is the aquarium and education section of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, which is a statutory department of the Australian Government empowered with the task to care for the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. Reef HQ consists of a 2.5 million litre living coral reef exhibit, the largest in the world, a 750,000 litre predator exhibit, 34 smaller aquaria, an extensive interpretative facility including a 200 seat theatre and a classroom for school groups, a large mechanical workshop, display preparation areas, support aquaria, turtle research and rehabilitation centre and diverse marine research facilities, laboratory, staff offices and a gift shop. Internship specifics Interns will work in the Curatorial Unit at the Reef HQ, which is responsible for maintaining the live exhibits at the aquarium. Interns will be exposed to practical and theoretical marine biology areas and fields. Interns will assist in current research involving specimen handling and collection, coral reproduction, physiology and identification, experimental design, sampling techniques, data analysis and basic laboratory techniques. Interns will also acquire aquarist experience by assisting trained aquarists in animal husbandry techniques, feeding, water quality analysis and more. Daily duties to be performed include preparing animals' diets, feeding animals, maintaining water quality in aquaria and holding tanks, recording animal health and water quality data in logbooks, and routine cleaning and upkeep of equipment and husbandry areas. Eligibility for Curatorial Internships A background in university-level science at Bachelor level (3 years) in the field of aquaculture, marine biology or related fields and previous experience with marine animal care and handling is a must. Familiarity with wet lab, water testing, and microscopy procedures are highly desirable. Experience at a marine lab or with home aquaria would also be of value. Interns must be able to work 3 consecutive months with a possibility of extending the internship to 6 months (if agreeable to reefHQ and the candidate). Interns must be in good physical condition and able to commit to 5 full days (generally Monday to Friday 9am-5pm), however, must also work on weekends if required. Interns must provide their own housing and transportation while participating in the program. While the internships are unpaid, the opportunity for skill and knowledge development is unparalleled. Moreover, where possible reefHQ is willing to cooperate with colleges and universities to obtain course credit for each student. There is a two-phase application process: a mail-in application and an interview. To apply for the two available positions, please provide the following materials: 1. Cover letter including: · Name and contact information (address, email, phone) · University name, address, and your academic program · Previous experience in fish/ and or gastropod culture or marine biology · Your specific interests in marine biology and aquaria in particular · Tentative schedule of availability 2. Current resume including three academic or professional references with contact information 3. A letter of support from a current faculty member who is familiar with your internship related interests Please note that applications will be evaluated based on academic skills, experience, motivation, and relevance of the applicants interests to our focus program. Candidates successfully reaching phase two will be notified within one month of the application reaching reefHQ and a (phone) interview will be scheduled. Applications close on 31 October 2002 and a start of the program is envisaged for between March and June 2003. Please email info@reefhq.gov.au to determine the status of your application. For more information about reefHQ and the internship program please see our web site http://www.reefhq.org.au Regards, Kirsten Dr. Kirsten Michalek-Wagner Biologist Coral Reef Ecosystems ReefHQ Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority 2-68 Flinders Street, Townsville, Qld. 4810 Australia phone: 07 4750 0876 fax: 07 4772 5281 email: kirstenm@gbrmpa.gov.au "For myself, I am an optimist. It does not seem to be much use being anything else." Sir Winston Churchill http://www.reefhq.org.au ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral spawning at Cozumel Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 11:04:16 +1000 From: "Jose M. Castello" (by way of Doug Fenner ) To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Coralisters: On August 29, 2002, Jose Castello observed 25 colonies of Montastrea annularis and one of Dichocoenia stokesii spawn at 2200 hr on Paradise Reef, Cozumel, Mexico. No spawning was observed on the 26th, 27th, 28th, 30th and 31st at the same time. Any questions should go to Jose at picoczml@cozumel.com.mx -Doug ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: 10ICRS Okinawa, 2004 Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 11:27:05 +0900 From: Hajime Kayanne To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-List, The 10th International Coral Reef Symposium will be held in Okinawa from 28 June to 2 July, 2004 being coordinated by International/Local Organizing committees and the Japanese Coral Reef Society. The first circular has just been issued, which announces the general information of the symposium with a pre registration card and call for proposals of mini-symposium responding to four sub-themes under the main theme "Stability and Degradation of Coral Reef Ecosystems" selected by the Organizing Committee. The first circular is enclosed with the next issue of "Coral Reefs", and you can find the same contents at http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004. Those who wish to convene a mini-symposium should submit the theme through this web site by 30 January 2003. Call for individual papers will be announced in the second circular (around July 2003) after the content of mini-symposiums fixes. Please visit the web site or you may contact to "icrs@plando.co.jp" for further information. We are pleased to invite you to participate in the Symposium. Best wishes, Hajime Kayanne (Secretariat General, LOC/JCRS) ---- Hajime KAYANNE ---- Department of Earth & Planetary Science, University of Tokyo Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan Tel: 81-3-5841-4573 Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel] Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 11:19:51 -0400 From: "Keven Reed" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Kimberly White Erlinger, In 1992 the Guinness Book of Records had published the largest, discrete, stony coral colony (corals in the order Scleractinia) to be Galaxea fascicularis at Iriomote island in Okinawa, the southern prefecture of Japan. Okinawa, Japan is by the way, closer to Taiwan than Tokyo. Knowing this, when I dove on a much larger discrete colony of coral, Porites lutea, off the north shore of Ie Shima, Okinawa, Japan, I returned with cameras, measuring line, etc. and my dive partner, Russell Gilbert, and sent the documentation into Guinness with the following details: At approximately 17 meters depth (55 fsw), 26 degrees 44' N, 127 degrees 46.8 E in Okinawa is a high raised dome pinnacle of one solid colony of encrusting Porites lutea. The colony is undercut so on approach underwater from the east, swimming west, it appears in profile as a giant mushroom as big as a small house. The colony was photographed with a 20 mm lens on a Nikonos III and the circumference of the colony was 31 meters (100 feet) which definitely exceeded the 59+ feet circumference of Dr. Shirai's Galaxea at Iriomote. I transmitted this information electronically to Dr. "Charlie" Veron and Dr. Peter Isdale in Australia in 1995, and learned that they had almost simultaneously measured and reported to Guinness a Porites coral colony measuring almost eleven meters in diameter and over 7.5 meters in height on the GBR. So, I'm naturally curious what species of coral the Chinese are referring to and if its dimensions exceed that of the Porites I reported in Okinawa or the one the Australians reported from the GBR.?? Another interesting sidebar about what constitutes a 'discreet' colony can develop when one notes that some stony corals can use fragmentation and asexual cloning as well as sexual reproduction to proliferate. Is a 'discrete colony' the result of one sexually produced planula (larvum) settling on the substrate, or do asexual clones count as the same colony in your definition? Sincerely, Keven Reed, OD (ISRS member) Joint Readiness Clinical Advisory Board: (301) 619-2186 FAX: (301) 619-2355 1014 Mercer Place Frederick, MD 21701 ----- Original Message ----- To: "coral-list" Sent: Friday, September 20, 2002 4:44 PM Subject: [Fwd: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel] > From: kerlinge@ngs.org > To: coral-list > Subject: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel > > Hello, > > I'm a researcher at the National Geographic Channels International. On > reviewing > a script, I found a claim that the "big mushroom" coral off Green Island > in > Taiwan is possibly considered the largest and oldest independent coral. > Is this > true? Can someone confirm this for me? I haven't been able to confirm > this via > the internet. > > Thank you very much for your time-- > > Kimberly White Erlinger > Researcher, NGCI ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Five Faculty Positions and One Postdoc Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 12:08:55 -0400 From: Danny Gleason To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University, invites applications for five tenure-track Assistant Professor positions and a postdoctoral visiting assistant professor position. Requirements for tenure-track positions: proficiency in English, ability to work with diverse populations. Ph.D. required at the time of application, postdoctoral experience preferred. We seek applicants who can collaborate with our faculty, secure external funding and contribute to the department's broad research emphasis on coastal biology. In addition to specific courses listed below, positions require participation in introductory courses and upper level courses in applicant's area of expertise. Starting date is 1 August 2003. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Vector Ecology: Research should emphasize medical/veterinary entomology. The individual should be able to collaborate with members of the University's Institute of Arthropodology and Parasitology. The IAP undertakes projects on tick systematics, vector biology, arthropod-borne diseases, and zoonoses. Search Chair: Dr. William Irby. Microbiologist: Research area within microbiology is open. Teaching duties will include microbiology for health professional students. Search Chair: Dr. Oscar Pung. Molecular Physiologist: Research area is open but preference may be given to individuals working with estuarine/marine systems. Teaching duties include Cellular Biology. Search Chair: Dr. Jonathan Copeland. Vertebrate Biologist: Research area is open. Applicant should have some experience curating collections of lower vertebrates. Part of the assignment for this position will be the curation of the Savannah Science Museum Herpetological Collection of approximately 35,000 specimens. Search Chair: Dr. David Rostal. Plant Biologist: Research area is open. Applicants should be capable of the field identification of southeastern flora. Teaching duties include plant taxonomy and possibly plant physiology. Search Chair: Dr. John Averett. Post-Doctoral Visiting Assistant Professor: Research on function of Na+/H+ exchanger (NHE) function in transporting epithelia. Project focuses on molecular physiology and expression of NHE in lower vertebrates. This NSF funded work will be carried out at our home institution and during summers at The Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory (http://www.mdibl.org/). Candidate must have background in immunological and immunohistochemical approaches and organismal physiology. Training in molecular biology techniques is desirable but not required. Graduate teaching opportunities possible. Position is currently funded for up to 3 years. Please send CV, a recent publication, and contact information for 3 references. Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. Search Chair: Dr. James Claiborne (http://www.bio.gasou.edu/claiborne/). THE DEPARTMENT AND THE UNIVERSITY The Department of Biology has a commitment to teaching and research excellence and provides an integrative biology program leading to B.A., B.S., and M.S. degrees. The Department has 29 faculty members, 600 undergraduate majors, and 40 M.S. degree students (http://www.bio.gasou.edu/). Department affiliations include the Institute for Arthropodology and Parasitology, Smithsonian Institution's National Tick Collection, Savannah Science Museum Herpetological Collection, Georgia Southern Botanical Garden and Herbarium, and Applied Coastal Research Laboratory on Skidaway Island. Georgia Southern University, is the largest center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia (http://chronicle.com/jobs/profiles/911.htm). APPLICATION INFORMATION Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, and contact information for three references to the Search Chair (shown above), Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University, P.O. Box 8042, Statesboro, GA 30460-8042, USA. Application postmark deadline is 1 November 2002. Georgia is an open records state. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search process should notify the search chair. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. ************************************** "Heck, we're invertebrates, my boy! As a whole, we're the movers and shakers on this planet! Spineless superheroes, that's what we are!" Father Worm to his son in "There's a Hair in My Dirt - A Worm Story" by Gary Larson ************************************** Daniel Gleason Department of Biology Georgia Southern University P.O. Box 8042 Statesboro, GA 30460-8042 Phone: 912-681-5957 FAX: 912-681-0845 E-mail: dgleason@gasou.edu http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html ************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Reproductive biology of Tubastraea Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 21:56:49 -0300 From: "Alline Figueira de Paula" To: Dear Coral-List, We have been studying the Dendrophylliid genus Tubastraea in southeastern Brazil. I would be grateful to know whether anyone has data, observations or publications on the reproductive biology of Tubastraea coccinea (or T. aurea) or T. tagusensis in other parts of the world. Thanks in advance, Alline Alline Figueira de Paula Subject: RE: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel] Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 13:36:40 +1000 From: "Dave Barnes" To: "Keven Reed" , , Dear Kevin and Kimberly, We have dated a 6.2 m core collected by Peter Isdale from a massive colony of Porites growing on Abraham Reef, which lies towards the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef. We have reliable dating (say plus/minus 3 years) to 1479. We dated with reasonable confidence additional growth back to 1330. The colony from which the core was removed was 7.5 m high and about 31m in circumference. We estimate that at least a further 100 years growth was not cored. Size and age do not necessarily equate. Porites extension rate increases with water temperature (Lough & Barnes, 2000, JEMBE). Thus large colonies in warmer waters are likely to be younger than similar sized colonies growing in cooler water. There is also considerable natural variability. For example, a core from an 8m high colony with a circumference of 25m growing at Sanctuary Reef, which is nearby Abraham Reef, was reliably dated back to 1501. In recent years this colony grew at 9.4mm per year whereas the colony at Abraham Reef grew at 13.0 mm per year over the same time period. Average annual water temperature for this region is 24.5 degC. Researchers at the Australian National University are using colonies of Diploastrea heliopora. These extend about 3.5mm per year in Indonesian waters, where we would expect massive Porites to grow at about 20mm per year. They have a core from a 1.5m high colony that they have dated back to about 1550. Colonies of D. heliopora up to 3m high have been described. Cheers - Janice Lough & Dave Barnes. Australian Institute of Marine Science PMB 3, Mail Centre Townsville Qld 4810 Australia -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Keven Reed Sent: Friday, 27 September 2002 01:20 To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Re: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel] Dear Kimberly White Erlinger, In 1992 the Guinness Book of Records had published the largest, discrete, stony coral colony (corals in the order Scleractinia) to be Galaxea fascicularis at Iriomote island in Okinawa, the southern prefecture of Japan. Okinawa, Japan is by the way, closer to Taiwan than Tokyo. Knowing this, when I dove on a much larger discrete colony of coral, Porites lutea, off the north shore of Ie Shima, Okinawa, Japan, I returned with cameras, measuring line, etc. and my dive partner, Russell Gilbert, and sent the documentation into Guinness with the following details: At approximately 17 meters depth (55 fsw), 26 degrees 44' N, 127 degrees 46.8 E in Okinawa is a high raised dome pinnacle of one solid colony of encrusting Porites lutea. The colony is undercut so on approach underwater from the east, swimming west, it appears in profile as a giant mushroom as big as a small house. The colony was photographed with a 20 mm lens on a Nikonos III and the circumference of the colony was 31 meters (100 feet) which definitely exceeded the 59+ feet circumference of Dr. Shirai's Galaxea at Iriomote. I transmitted this information electronically to Dr. "Charlie" Veron and Dr. Peter Isdale in Australia in 1995, and learned that they had almost simultaneously measured and reported to Guinness a Porites coral colony measuring almost eleven meters in diameter and over 7.5 meters in height on the GBR. So, I'm naturally curious what species of coral the Chinese are referring to and if its dimensions exceed that of the Porites I reported in Okinawa or the one the Australians reported from the GBR.?? Another interesting sidebar about what constitutes a 'discreet' colony can develop when one notes that some stony corals can use fragmentation and asexual cloning as well as sexual reproduction to proliferate. Is a 'discrete colony' the result of one sexually produced planula (larvum) settling on the substrate, or do asexual clones count as the same colony in your definition? Sincerely, Keven Reed, OD (ISRS member) Joint Readiness Clinical Advisory Board: (301) 619-2186 FAX: (301) 619-2355 1014 Mercer Place Frederick, MD 21701 ----- Original Message ----- To: "coral-list" Sent: Friday, September 20, 2002 4:44 PM Subject: [Fwd: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel] > From: kerlinge@ngs.org > To: coral-list > Subject: Coral Reef question for National Geo Channel > > Hello, > > I'm a researcher at the National Geographic Channels International. On > reviewing > a script, I found a claim that the "big mushroom" coral off Green Island > in > Taiwan is possibly considered the largest and oldest independent coral. > Is this > true? Can someone confirm this for me? I haven't been able to confirm > this via > the internet. > > Thank you very much for your time-- > > Kimberly White Erlinger > Researcher, NGCI ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Caribbean bleaching 1982/83 vs. 1987 Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 10:47:35 +0000 From: "John McWilliams" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral list Can anyone tell me (or suggest a reference) why the first major coral bleaching event in the Caribbean was in 1987, whereas the 1982/83 ENSO was stronger? Several references state that the 1982/83 episode as being the second strongest in the 20th century, after 1997/98. Thanks, John McWilliams School of Biological Sciences University of East Anglia Norwich UK _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Caribbean bleaching 1982/83 vs. 1987 Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 10:47:35 +0000 From: "John McWilliams" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral list Can anyone tell me (or suggest a reference) why the first major coral bleaching event in the Caribbean was in 1987, whereas the 1982/83 ENSO was stronger? Several references state that the 1982/83 episode as being the second strongest in the 20th century, after 1997/98. Thanks, John McWilliams School of Biological Sciences University of East Anglia Norwich UK _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Caribbean bleaching 1982/83 vs. 1987 Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 08:26:39 -0400 From: "Alan E Strong" To: John McWilliams CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov John, A major mitigating factor in any event during 1982/83 throughout the tropics was the massive aerosol veil from the Mexican volcanic eruption of El Chichon (16n)....keeping the insolation down especially between the latitudes of 10n and 25n.....sounds like the Caribbean... Cheers, Al Strong John McWilliams wrote: > Dear coral list > Can anyone tell me (or suggest a reference) why the first major coral > bleaching event in the Caribbean was in 1987, whereas the 1982/83 ENSO > was stronger? Several references state that the 1982/83 episode as > being the second strongest in the 20th century, after 1997/98. > > Thanks, > > John McWilliams > School of Biological Sciences > University of East Anglia > Norwich > UK > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > -- **** <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* <>< ******* Alan E. Strong Team Leader, Marine Applications Science Team (MAST) Phys Scientist/Oceanographer NOAA/NESDIS/ORA/ORAD -- E/RA3 NOAA Science Center -- RM 711W 5200 Auth Road Camp Springs, MD 20746-4304 Alan.E.Strong@noaa.gov 301-763-8102 x170 FAX: 301-763-8572 http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: NOAA RELEASES FIRST NATIONAL STUDY OF U.S. CORAL REEFS Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 12:11:14 -0400 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration To: CORAL Announce , CMPAN , Coral list , Coral Reefs Egroup FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2002 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) 02-125 CONTACT: David Miller, NOAA (202) 482-6090 NOAA RELEASES FIRST NATIONAL STUDY OF U.S. CORAL REEFS New Report Highlights Key Actions and Addresses Threats The first-ever national assessment of the condition of U.S. coral reefs was released today by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The report identifies the pressures that pose increasing risks to reefs, particularly in certain “hot spots” located near population centers. The report also assesses the health of reef resources, ranks threats in 13 geographic areas, and details mitigation efforts. Led by NOAA’s National Ocean Service, the 265-page report, The State of Coral Reef Ecosystems of the United States and Pacific Freely Associated States, was developed by 38 coral reef experts and 79 expert contributors. Prepared under the auspices of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force, the report establishes a baseline that will now be used for biennial reports on the health of U.S. coral reefs. NOAA has also released A National Coral Reef Strategy, a report to Congress outlining specific action to address 13 major goals, including continuing mapping and monitoring, to safeguard reefs. The reports will be highlighted when the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meets on October 2-3, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Co-chaired by the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Interior, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force was established in 1998 to help lead U.S. efforts to address the coral reef crisis. It includes the heads of 11 federal agencies and governors of seven states, territories and commonwealths. NOAA scientists have already achieved a scientific milestone in mapping coral reefs. Working with public and private partners in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, they successfully mapped coral ecosystems around those islands using a novel 26-category classification system and mapping process. -more- - 2 - “The new classification is a vital management tool that tells us where the reefs are, what lives on them, and what relationships may be to neighboring habitats and human activities,” said retired Navy Vice Adm. Conrad C. Lautenbacher, Ph.D., undersecretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and NOAA administrator. “We now have a complete snapshot of the U.S. Caribbean region, a clear, consistent baseline for future mapping, and a solid model to implement good management in other regions.” The mapping process developed in the U.S. Caribbean is currently being applied in Hawaii, and then Guam, American Samoa and other U.S. territories with coral reefs. Clear action is needed because an estimated 27 percent of the world’s shallow water coral reefs may already be beyond recovery. An estimated 66 percent are now severely degraded. Craig Manson, assistant secretary for fish and wildlife and parks, Department of the Interior, called release of the first national study of U.S. coral reefs “an important first report card on the health of U.S. reefs. It’s a valuable tool for raising public awareness about the global decline of these unique treasures,” he said. The report indicates that, in all areas, some U.S. reefs are in good to excellent health. But it also states that every U.S. reef system is suffering from both human and natural disturbances. U.S. reefs share problems with reefs globally, especially the effects of rapidly growing coastal populations. Over 10.5 million people now live in U.S. coastal areas adjacent to shallow coral reefs. Every year, 45 million people visit these areas. While natural environmental pressures such as temperature, sea-level changes, diseases and storms have shaped coral reefs for at least thousands of years, human-induced pressures are now also taking their toll. Coastal pollution, coastal development and runoff, and destructive fishing practices are among the top-ranked threats. These are followed by ship groundings, diseases, changing climate, trade in coral and live reef species, alien species, marine debris, harmful tourist activity and tropical storms. Overall, Florida and the U.S. Caribbean were found to be in the poorest condition, mainly because of nearby dense populations and the effects of hurricanes, disease, overfishing and a proliferation of algae. Live coral cover in the Florida Keys has declined 37 percent over the past five years. Of 31 coral reef fishery stocks in federal waters, 23 are overfished in the U.S. Caribbean. Coral disease is especially high in the Caribbean, where over 90 percent of the once abundant longspine sea urchins died in the early 1980s. Vital in keeping coral from being overgrown and killed by algae, they have since recovered to just 10 percent of their original numbers off the coasts of Florida, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In 20 years, white-band disease has killed nearly all the elkhorn and staghorn corals off the coasts of St. Croix, Puerto Rico and southeast Florida. - more - -3- The report also details coral reef conditions in the Flower Garden Banks of the Northwestern Gulf of Mexico, Nassau, the Hawaiian Archipelago, American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana islands and the Pacific Freely Associated States (Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau). As ancient animals, corals evolved into modern reef-building forms over the last 25 million years. Today these living forms are earth’s largest biological structures. They are essential sources of food, jobs, chemicals, shoreline protection and life-saving pharmaceuticals. Tourism in U.S. coral reef areas generates over $17 billion annually. Commercial fishing generates an additional $246.9 million annually. In South Florida alone, reefs support 44,500 jobs, providing a total annual income of $1.2 billion. Data and other information derived from NOAA’s coral reef efforts are now available at CoRIS, a new Coral Reef Information System Web site that provides a single point of access for nearly 20,000 aerial photos, navigational charts, photo mosaics, monitoring reports, professional exchanges and much more. The Commerce Department’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is dedicated to enhancing economic security and national safety through the prediction and research of weather and climate-related events and providing environmental stewardship of our nation’s coastal and marine resources. To learn more about NOAA please visit http://www.noaa.gov The new reports and CoRIS Web site are available at http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov. Digital map products are available on CD-ROM and at http://biogeo.nos.noaa.gov. -3- --------------------------------------------------------------------- Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: NOAA UNVEILS COMPREHENSIVE WEB SITE ON CORAL REEFS Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 12:14:10 -0400 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration To: CORAL Announce , CMPAN , Coral list , Coral Reefs Egroup FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) 02-126 CONTACT: Patricia Viets, NOAA (301) 457-5005 September 27, 2002 NOAA UNVEILS COMPREHENSIVE WEB SITE ON CORAL REEFS A new Internet site designed as a single point of access for information on coral reefs is now online, the Commerce Department’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced today. The site, the Coral Reef Information System, or CoRIS, provides data and information derived from NOAA programs and projects. The site provides access to 19,000 aerial photos, 400 preview navigational charts, tide stations, paleoclimatological studies, photo mosaics, coral reef monitoring, bleaching reports, and other information. Before CoRIS, users faced an array of more than 50 NOAA coral reef Web sites. CoRIS, backed by powerful search engines, offers a Web-enabled, GIS-enhanced, state-of-the-art information system using a single Web portal to gain easy access to NOAA’s coral reef resources. By cataloging and indexing metadata summarizing the actual data holdings, CoRIS easily guides the user to the desired data and information. CoRIS supports NOAA’s activities on the National Coral Reef Task Force and NOAA’s implementation of the National Action Plan to Conserve Coral Reefs. Corals are ancient animals that date back 400 million years. Over the past 25 million years they have evolved into modern reef-building forms. Coral reefs are one of the most diverse habitats in the world and are considered the largest structures on Earth of biological origin, rivaling old-growth forests in their longevity. Reefs can be many hundreds of years old. Reefs provide important protection for coastal communities from storms, wave damage and erosion, as well as homes and nurseries for almost a million species of plants, animals and other organisms, including many that we rely on for food. -more- -2- Corals are now a cross-cutting theme throughout NOAA, and the recent “National Action Plan to Conserve Coral Reefs” calls on NOAA and its Coral Reef Task Force partners to reduce or eliminate the most destructive human-derived threats to coral reefs. The plan describes nine long-range, far-reaching strategies to address these threats: • Expand and strengthen the network of coral reef marine protected areas and reserves; • Reduce the adverse impacts of extractive uses such as overfishing; • Reduce habitat destruction; • Reduce pollution such as marine debris; • Restore damaged reefs; • Reduce global threats to reefs; • Reduce impacts of international trade of coral reef resources; • Improve interagency accountability and coordination; and • Inform the public. The Coral Reef Information System Web site (CoRIS) is located at: http://www.coris.noaa.gov/ NOAA is dedicated to enhancing economic security and national safety through the prediction and research of weather and climate-related events and providing environmental stewardship of our nation’s coastal and marine resources. To learn more about NOAA, please visit http://www.noaa.gov. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: New NOAA Coral web site (CORIS)! Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 12:14:27 -0400 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov NOAA 02-126 CONTACT: =20 Patricia Viets, NOAA (301) 457-5005 ~~~ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ~~~ NOAA UNVEILS COMPREHENSIVE WEB SITE ON CORAL REEFS A new Internet site designed as a single point of access for information on coral reefs is now online, the Commerce Department's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced today. The site, the Coral Reef Information System, or CoRIS, provides data and information derived from NOAA programs and projects. The site provides access to 19,000 aerial photos, 400 preview navigational charts, tide stations, paleoclimatological studies, photo mosaics, coral reef monitoring, bleaching reports, and other information. Before CoRIS, users faced an array of more than 50 NOAA coral reef Web sites. CoRIS, backed by powerful search engines, offers a Web-enabled, GIS-enhanced, state-of-the-art information system using a single Web portal to gain easy access to NOAA's coral reef resources. By cataloging and indexing metadata summarizing the actual data holdings, CoRIS easily guides the user to the desired data and information. CoRIS supports NOAA's activities on the National Coral Reef Task Force and NOAA's implementation of the National Action Plan to Conserve Coral Reefs. Corals are ancient animals that date back 400 million years. Over the past 25 million years they have evolved into modern reef-building forms. Coral reefs are one of the most diverse habitats in the world and are considered the largest structures on Earth of biological origin, rivaling old-growth forests in their longevity. Reefs can be many hundreds of years old. Reefs provide important protection for coastal communities from storms, wave damage and erosion, as well as homes and nurseries for almost a million species of plants, animals and other organisms, including many that we rely on for food. Corals are now a cross-cutting theme throughout NOAA, and the recent "National Action Plan to Conserve Coral Reefs" calls on NOAA and its Coral Reef Task Force partners to reduce or eliminate the most destructive human-derived threats to coral reefs. The plan describes nine long-range, far-reaching strategies to address these threats: * Expand and strengthen the network of coral reef marine protected areas and reserves; * Reduce the adverse impacts of extractive uses such as overfishing; * Reduce habitat destruction; * Reduce pollution such as marine debris; * Restore damaged reefs; * Reduce global threats to reefs; * Reduce impacts of international trade of coral reef resources; * Improve interagency accountability and coordination; and * Inform the public. The Coral Reef Information System Web site (CoRIS) is located at: http://www.coris.noaa.gov/ NOAA is dedicated to enhancing economic security and national safety through the prediction and research of weather and climate-related events and providing environmental stewardship of our nation's coastal and marine resources. To learn more about NOAA, please visit http://www.noaa.gov. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: New NOAA coral reef reports Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 12:14:53 -0400 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list NOAA 02-125 CONTACT: David Miller, NOAA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (202) 482-6090 September 26, 2002 NOAA RELEASES FIRST NATIONAL STUDY OF U.S. CORAL REEFS New Report Highlights Key Actions and Addresses Threats The first-ever national assessment of the condition of U.S. coral reefs was released today by the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The report identifies the pressures that pose increasing risks to reefs, particularly in certain "hot spots" located near population centers. The report also assesses the health of reef resources, ranks threats in 13 geographic areas, and details mitigation efforts. Led by NOAA's National Ocean Service, the 265-page report, The State of Coral Reef Ecosystems of the United States and Pacific Freely Associated States, was developed by 38 coral reef experts and 79 expert contributors. Prepared under the auspices of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force, the report establishes a baseline that will now be used for biennial reports on the health of U.S. coral reefs. NOAA has also released A National Coral Reef Strategy, a report to Congress outlining specific action to address 13 major goals, including continuing mapping and monitoring, to safeguard reefs. The reports will be highlighted when the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meets on October 2-3, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Co-chaired by the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Interior, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force was established in 1998 to help lead U.S. efforts to address the coral reef crisis. It includes the heads of 11 federal agencies and governors of seven states, territories and commonwealths. NOAA scientists have already achieved a scientific milestone in mapping coral reefs. Working with public and private partners in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, they successfully mapped coral ecosystems around those islands using a novel 26-category classification system and mapping process. "The new classification is a vital management tool that tells us where the reefs are, what lives on them, and what relationships may be to neighboring habitats and human activities," said retired Navy Vice Adm. Conrad C. Lautenbacher, Ph.D., undersecretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and NOAA administrator. 'We now have a complete snapshot of the U.S. Caribbean region, a clear, consistent baseline for future mapping, and a solid model to implement good management in other regions." The mapping process developed in the U.S. Caribbean is currently being applied in Hawaii, and then Guam, American Samoa and other U.S. territories with coral reefs. Clear action is needed because an estimated 27 percent of the world's shallow water coral reefs may already be beyond recovery. An estimated 66 percent are now severely degraded. Craig Manson, assistant secretary for fish and wildlife and parks, Department of the Interior, called release of the first national study of U.S. coral reefs "an important first report card on the health of U.S. reefs. It's a valuable tool for raising public awareness about the global decline of these unique treasures," he said. The report indicates that, in all areas, some U.S. reefs are in good to excellent health. But it also states that every U.S. reef system is suffering from both human and natural disturbances. U.S. reefs share problems with reefs globally, especially the effects of rapidly growing coastal populations. Over 10.5 million people now live in U.S. coastal areas adjacent to shallow coral reefs. Every year, 45 million people visit these areas. While natural environmental pressures such as temperature, sea-level changes, diseases and storms have shaped coral reefs for at least thousands of years, human-induced pressures are now also taking their toll. Coastal pollution, coastal development and runoff, and destructive fishing practices are among the top-ranked threats. These are followed by ship groundings, diseases, changing climate, trade in coral and live reef species, alien species, marine debris, harmful tourist activity and tropical storms. Overall, Florida and the U.S. Caribbean were found to be in the poorest condition, mainly because of nearby dense populations and the effects of hurricanes, disease, overfishing and a proliferation of algae. Live coral cover in the Florida Keys has declined 37 percent over the past five years. Of 31 coral reef fishery stocks in federal waters, 23 are overfished in the U.S. Caribbean. Coral disease is especially high in the Caribbean, where over 90 percent of the once abundant longspine sea urchins died in the early 1980s. Vital in keeping coral from being overgrown and killed by algae, they have since recovered to just 10 percent of their original numbers off the coasts of Florida, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In 20 years, white-band disease has killed nearly all the elkhorn and staghorn corals off the coasts of St. Croix, Puerto Rico and southeast Florida. The report also details coral reef conditions in the Flower Garden Banks of the Northwestern Gulf of Mexico, Nassau, the Hawaiian Archipelago, American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana islands and the Pacific Freely Associated States (Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau). As ancient animals, corals evolved into modern reef-building forms over the last 25 million years. Today these living forms are earth's largest biological structures. They are essential sources of food, jobs, chemicals, shoreline protection and life-saving pharmaceuticals. Tourism in U.S. coral reef areas generates over $17 billion annually. Commercial fishing generates an additional $246.9 million annually. In South Florida alone, reefs support 44,500 jobs, providing a total annual income of $1.2 billion. Data and other information derived from NOAA's coral reef efforts are now available at CoRIS, a new Coral Reef Information System Web site that provides a single point of access for nearly 20,000 aerial photos, navigational charts, photo mosaics, monitoring reports, professional exchanges and much more. The CoRIS Web site is at http://www.coris.noaa.gov. The Commerce Department's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is dedicated to enhancing economic security and national safety through the prediction and research of weather and climate-related events and providing environmental stewardship of our nation's coastal and marine resources. To learn more about NOAA please visit http://www.noaa.gov. The new reports are available at http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov and through CoRIS. Digital map products are available on CD-ROM and at http://biogeo.nos.noaa.gov. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Pelagic Fishery Biologist, American Samoa Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 14:23:36 -0400 From: "Emmanuel COUTURES" To: "Jim Hendee" Application Deadline: October 11, 2002 General Description The Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources (DMWR) is recruiting a pelagic fisheries biologist to give oversight on all aspects of the American Samoan Pelagic Fishery. The successful applicant will manage existing projects and initiate new research on Fish Aggregating Devices (FADs) and recreational & subsistence fisheries. Main Responsibilities: · Pelagic Data Management. · Pelagic Research. · FAD Research. · Baseline studies of Recreational and Subsistence fishery. · Supervise staff. · Write proposals, progress reports and a final report analyzing data, formulating recommendations for further management. · Represent DMWR at national, regional and international technical meetings where appropriate. · Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Biologist. Minimum Qualifications · MSc. from accredited institution(s) with a major in Fisheries Science and/or Management, Marine Biology, Marine Resource Science/Management. · Experience of 2 or more years working in tropical pelagic fisheries with a good understanding of commercial operations. · Demonstrated competency at statistical analyses techniques. · Computer and data base management. · Good communication and writing skills are essential. · Driving license · Seagoing experience an advantage Salary Starting at $28,000 p.a. Two-year contract, renewable by mutual consent. Travel expenses and shipment of effects. Annual and sick leave accumulate at 8 hours and 4 hours respectively every 2-week pay period. Subsidized housing (80% subsidy) on rental of a government house. Subsidized medical care. Application Mail, fax or email c.v., publication list and contact details for 3 references and a covering letter addressing the qualifications and responsibilities indicated above to: Ray Tulafono, Director Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources P.O. Box 3730 Pago Pago, American Samoa 96799 USA Fax: (684) 633-5944 Email applications may be routed via Emmanuel COUTURES at: manu@blueskynet.as ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Caribbean bleaching 1982/83 vs. 1987 Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2002 23:07:51 -0400 From: "Billy Causey" Organization: NOAA FKNMS To: John McWilliams CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov John, The coral reefs in the lower Florida Keys did bleach in 1983 from Looe Key Reef to Western Dry Rocks off Key West which is a distance of about 25 miles. (check out the map on the FKNMS web site listed below). Only the outer, shallow bank reefs bleached that year. It wasn't until years later that I learned from Dr. Peter Glynn that the corals had bleached on the Pacific side of Panama during the same time frame. I did not receive reports of coral bleaching from other areas that year. This was the first time we had observed wide scale coral bleaching in the Florida Keys. Scattered, patchy bleaching had been observed in the 1970's due to cold water events and some bleaching during warm water events associated with doldrum-weather patterns in June and July 1980 had been previously observed. Hope this helps some. Billy Causey I have written this historical perspective in the following paper: Causey, B.D. (2001). Lessons Learned from the Intensification of Coral Bleaching from 1980-2000 in the Florida Keys, USA. Edited by Salm, R.V. and S.L. Coles. Proceedings of the Workshop on Mitigating Coral Bleaching Impact Through MPA Design. Bishop Museum, Honolulu, HI. May 29-31, 2001. John McWilliams wrote: > Dear coral list > Can anyone tell me (or suggest a reference) why the first major coral > bleaching event in the Caribbean was in 1987, whereas the 1982/83 ENSO was > stronger? Several references state that the 1982/83 episode as being the > second strongest in the 20th century, after 1997/98. > > Thanks, > > John McWilliams > School of Biological Sciences > University of East Anglia > Norwich > UK > > _________________________________________________________________ > Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . -- Billy D. Causey, Superintendent Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary PO Box 500368 Marathon, FL 33050 (305) 743-2437 phone (305) 743-2357 Fax billy.causey@noaa.gov http://www.fknms.nos.noaa.gov/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coral Reef question: size doesn't matter. Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 09:08:07 +0500 From: Michel Claereboudt To: Dear all, In Eastern Oman, a reef at Bar al-Hikman is some 15km long and consisted almost exclusively of a single species of Montipora. No genetic work has been done there, however, it is not impossible that, because of the tendency of Montipora to fragment easily, a significant portion of that reef shares the same genetic makeup, hence possibly a very large and very old colony! -- Michel Claereboudt Sultan Qaboos University College of Agricultural and Marine Sciences (BOX 34) Dpt. Marine Science and Fisheries Al-Khod 123 Sultanate of Oman Tel (968) 515 249 Fax (968) 513 418 Email; michelc@squ.edu.om ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: notable quote Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 12:25:09 -0700 (PDT) From: Paula Morgan To: Roger B Griffis , CORAL Announce , CMPAN , Coral list , Coral Reefs Egroup Greetings Coral List: My students are and I are looking for the exact quote (and its author) of a statement paraphrased below: "Never underestimate the impact of a small group of committed citizens to change an outcome." Does this sound famliar to anyone? Please help if you know. Paula Morgan, The Planet Ocean Ranger Project ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC & Yahoo! Subject: Re: notable quote Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 15:55:13 EDT From: SMHoke@aol.com To: thompaula_2000@yahoo.com, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: hokes@nova.edu Hello: If I am not mistaken, it was Margaret Mead who once said: "Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." --Margaret Mead, anthropologist Best Regards, S. Michael Hoke Graduate Student NSU Oceanographic Ctr. hokes@nova.edu Subject: Re: notable quote Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 13:02:59 -0700 From: Tracy Grogan To: Paula Morgan CC: Roger B Griffis , CORAL Announce , CMPAN , Coral list , Coral Reefs Egroup Attributed to Margaret Mead, but not part of her writings: Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. Tracy Grogan Marketing Program Manager Customer Advocacy Cisco Systems, Inc. phone:408-526-4396 fax:408:527.0735 email:tgrogan@cisco.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Date: Tue, 01 Oct 2002 08:19:21 -0400 From: Alexander Stone ****************************************** * R E E F D I S P A T C H * * October, 2002 * * _____________________________________ * * WILL YELLOWFIN GROUPERS SURVIVE * * IN THE U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS? * * * ****************************************** A Periodic Inside Look at a Coral Reef Issue from Alexander Stone, ReefGuardian International Director __________________________________________________ Dear Friend of Reef Fish: A yellowfin grouper spawning aggregation in the U.S. Virgin Islands is in danger. It is at risk of being fished to extinction -- as has happened to many other spawning aggregations throughout the Caribbean. I am writing to ask your help in preventing this avoidable tragedy by signing onto ReefGuardian International's Save America's Groupers petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/PetitionGRP.html. Each year, from February to May, large numbers of yellowfin grouper migrate to a small area of the Grammanic Bank in the U.S. Virgin Islands to reproduce. This is a critical event, as it is the only time that these grouper spawn. Unfortunately for the groupers and us, having such large numbers of fish packed together in such a small area makes them an easy target that lures fishers from far and wide. If spawning yellowfin groupers continue to be killed this way while they're trying to reproduce, the future of the species in the U.S. Virgin Islands may be jeopardized. Once a spawning aggregation is fished out, it most likely will not recover. It is gone forever. That is why we have to make sure that this does NOT happen to the Grammanic Bank yellowfin grouper aggregation. Without protection, mounting fishing pressure could endanger the fate of the yellowfin grouper in the Virgin Islands. But you can help save this yellowfin grouper spawning aggregation by simply signing on to ReefGuardian International's Save America's Groupers petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/PetitionGRP.html. ReefGuardian International has formally requested that the U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management Council close this spawning aggregation to fishing during the yellowfin grouper's entire February-through-May spawning season. This will allow yellowfin groupers to spawn and prevent the untimely loss of sexually mature fish. Our request for full spawning season protection of the Grammanic Bank yellowfin grouper aggregation will be considered by the Council in December. ReefGuardian Conservation Associates are working hard to convince voting Council members to implement this full protection. But this is not enough. The decision-makers also need to hear from you. If you believe, as we do, that there can be NO EXCUSE for destroying any grouper spawning aggregation, let these federal regulators know by signing on to ReefGuardian International's Save Our Groupers petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/PetitionGRP.html. We'll submit your petition to the U.S. Caribbean Fishery Management Council and keep the pressure on to win full spawning season protection for the Grammanic Bank yellowfin grouper aggregation. But please sign on to the petition now -- while Grammanic Bank's groupers still have a fighting chance. Thanks for caring, Alexander Stone Executive Director ReefGuardian International *************************** http://www.reefguardian.org *************************** For more information on yellowfin groupers and all of America's groupers, go to: http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/MoreInfoGRP.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: coral-list-daily V2 #495 Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 10:27:19 -0400 From: Melissa Salmon To: "'coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov'" The quote is from a wonderful feminist that lead the fight for access to birth control for women. "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead It is one of my favorites! -Melissa Salmon Riverbanks Zoological Park - Aquarium Columbia, South Carolina, USA -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov] Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2002 1:05 AM To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: coral-list-daily V2 #495 coral-list-daily Tuesday, October 1 2002 Volume 02 : Number 495 notable quote Re: notable quote Re: notable quote ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 12:25:09 -0700 (PDT) From: Paula Morgan Subject: notable quote - --0-672232641-1033413909=:18093 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Greetings Coral List: My students are and I are looking for the exact quote (and its author) of a statement paraphrased below: "Never underestimate the impact of a small group of committed citizens to change an outcome." 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Greetings Coral List:

My students are and I are looking for the exact quote (and its author) of a statement paraphrased below:

"Never underestimate the impact of a small group of committed citizens to change an outcome."

Does this sound famliar to anyone? Please help if you know.

Paula Morgan, The Planet Ocean Ranger Project


Do you Yahoo!?
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Hello:

      If I am not mistaken, it was Margaret Mead who once said:

"Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world;
indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
--Margaret Mead, anthropologist

     



Best Regards,
S. Michael Hoke
Graduate Student
NSU Oceanographic Ctr.
hokes@nova.edu

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Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.




Tracy Grogan
Marketing Program Manager
Customer Advocacy
Cisco Systems, Inc.
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~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ------------------------------ End of coral-list-daily V2 #495 ******************************* ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: coral-list-daily V2 #495 Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 11:09:21 -0400 From: "Nancy Klingener" To: I think you're mixing up Margaret Mead (anthropologist, author of Coming Of Age In Samoa) and Margaret Sanger (birth control advocate). Both pioneering women in their fields for sure. Nancy Klingener -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Melissa Salmon Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2002 10:27 AM To: 'coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov' Subject: RE: coral-list-daily V2 #495 The quote is from a wonderful feminist that lead the fight for access to birth control for women. "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead It is one of my favorites! -Melissa Salmon Riverbanks Zoological Park - Aquarium Columbia, South Carolina, USA -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov] Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2002 1:05 AM To: coral-list-daily@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: coral-list-daily V2 #495 coral-list-daily Tuesday, October 1 2002 Volume 02 : Number 495 notable quote Re: notable quote Re: notable quote ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 12:25:09 -0700 (PDT) From: Paula Morgan Subject: notable quote - --0-672232641-1033413909=:18093 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Greetings Coral List: My students are and I are looking for the exact quote (and its author) of a statement paraphrased below: "Never underestimate the impact of a small group of committed citizens to change an outcome." Does this sound famliar to anyone? Please help if you know. Paula Morgan, The Planet Ocean Ranger Project - --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC & Yahoo! - --0-672232641-1033413909=:18093 Content-Type: text/html; charset=us-ascii

Greetings Coral List:

My students are and I are looking for the exact quote (and its author) of a statement paraphrased below:

"Never underestimate the impact of a small group of committed citizens to change an outcome."

Does this sound famliar to anyone? Please help if you know.

Paula Morgan, The Planet Ocean Ranger Project


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New DSL Internet Access from SBC & Yahoo! - --0-672232641-1033413909=:18093-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 15:55:13 EDT From: SMHoke@aol.com Subject: Re: notable quote - --part1_157.15033905.2aca0621_boundary Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Hello: If I am not mistaken, it was Margaret Mead who once said: "Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." - --Margaret Mead, anthropologist Best Regards, S. Michael Hoke Graduate Student NSU Oceanographic Ctr. hokes@nova.edu - --part1_157.15033905.2aca0621_boundary Content-Type: text/html; charset="US-ASCII" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Hello:

      If I am not mistaken, it was Margaret Mead who once said:

"Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world;
indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
--Margaret Mead, anthropologist

     



Best Regards,
S. Michael Hoke
Graduate Student
NSU Oceanographic Ctr.
hokes@nova.edu

 - --part1_157.15033905.2aca0621_boundary-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 13:02:59 -0700 From: Tracy Grogan Subject: Re: notable quote Attributed to Margaret Mead, but not part of her writings:

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.




Tracy Grogan
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~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ------------------------------ End of coral-list-daily V2 #495 ******************************* ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: View the latest edition of The Transect Line, Reef Check's Newsletter! Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 14:17:21 -0700 From: "Reef Check Headquarters" To: Please take the time to stop by and view the latest issue of The Transect Line, News from the Reef Check Global Network, at http://www.reefcheck.org. This new issue features: Reef Check Teams in Action - Mexico - South Africa - Florida Spotlight on Reef Check Site - Egypt Trainings, Workshops, and Meetings - WSSD - ISRS - National Academy of Science - Coral Reef Task Force - CWWA/CEF Conference - CEA Members Day - DEMA - Caribbean Coral Reef Conference - Itmems II Reef Check Champions - UN Awards Methods Check - Rock vs. Dead Coral Other Reef Check News - RC Philippines receives grant - RC training video update - Ocean Nomads - Reef Check at Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort - Join Reef Check - Send us your updates Coral Reefs in the News - Coastal Sprawl - AMCA Happy Reading, Kelly McGee Editor ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Outreach Coordinator Reef Check Headquarters Institute of the Environment 1362 Hershey Hall, Box 951496 University of California at Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 USA 1-310-794-4985 (phone) 1-310-825-0758 (fax) rcheck2@ucla.edu www.reefcheck.org Starfish are falling stars who have landed in the sea ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Conservation of marine inverts Date: Wed, 02 Oct 2002 17:23:13 +1000 From: Pat Hutchings CC: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Recently an extensive review of the Conservation Status of marine invertebrates in Australia's EEZ has been undertaken by Ponder et al- for Environment Australia- and it is now on the Australian Museum web site- it has an extensive coral reef section- as well as a large bibliography- Cheers- by the way it is 600pp. and will also go on as a pdf file shortly -- Dr Pat Hutchings Principal Research Scientist Marine Invertebrates Australian Museum 6 College Street Sydney 2010 Australia PH: 61-2-9320 6243 FAX: 61-2-9320 6042 path@austmus.gov.au Visit the Australian Museum on-line at http://www.austmus.gov.au Just released the Catalogue of Australian Polychaetes- an update of Day and Hutchings (1979). You can find it at http://www.environment.gov.au/abrs/abif-fauna/volswww.htm. Polychaete & Allies, Fauna of Australia Vol 4a- 2000-for sales see sales@publish.csiro.au --------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr Pat Hutchings Dr The Australian Museum Marine Invertebrates Dr Pat Hutchings Dr The Australian Museum Marine Invertebrates 6, College Street Fax: 61 (0)2 9320 6042 Sydney Work: 61 (0)2 9320 6243 NSW 2010 Australia Additional Information: Last Name Hutchings First Name Dr Pat Version 2.1 Name: InterScan_Disclaimer.txt InterScan_Disclaimer.txt Type: Plain Text (text/plain) Encoding: 7bit Subject: estimation of atoll formation Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 16:23:13 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "Coral-List" Hi all coral-listers, I'm searching any informations about the necessary time (millions of years ?) for corals to build an atoll structure. Many thanks for any informations. Best regards Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm Subject: Another Margaret Mead quote Date: Wed, 02 Oct 2002 07:41:48 -0700 From: Osha Gray Davidson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov At the risk of starting a "Margaret Mead Quote-athon" (perhaps not so bad an idea), I did want to post another relevant Mead quote -- and my personal favorite: "I truly believe that we in this generation must come to terms with nature, and I think we're challenged as mankind has never been challenged before to prove our maturity and our mastery, not of nature, but of ourselves." -- "CBS Reports: The Silent Spring of Rachel Carson," March 1963. The passing of nearly two generations since her observation, and the environmental decline during the intervening years, has made it all the more imperative that we heed her advice, IMHO. Cheers, Osha At 10:05 PM 10/1/2002, you wrote: >Hello: > > If I am not mistaken, it was Margaret Mead who once said: > >"Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world; >indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." >- - --Margaret Mead, anthropologist ================================ Osha Gray Davidson Home page: www.OshaDavidson.com 301 E. Maryland Ave Phone: (602) 263-5582 Phoenix, AZ 85012 E-Mail: osha@oshadavidson.com USA www.turtlehousefoundation.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Oops! Date: Wed, 02 Oct 2002 14:10:47 -0700 From: Osha Gray Davidson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov In an earlier posting, I incorrectly attributed the quote below to Margaret Mead when it should be, of course, attributed to Rachel Carson. Apologies for the mix-up! Osha "I truly believe that we in this generation must come to terms with nature, and I think we're challenged as mankind has never been challenged before to prove our maturity and our mastery, not of nature, but of ourselves." -- "CBS Reports: The Silent Spring of Rachel Carson," March 1963. ================================ Osha Gray Davidson Home page: www.OshaDavidson.com 301 E. Maryland Ave Phone: (602) 263-5582 Phoenix, AZ 85012 E-Mail: osha@oshadavidson.com USA www.turtlehousefoundation.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Kenyan Coral Disease Update - First Fungus Date: Thu, 03 Oct 2002 13:22:40 +0800 From: crcp To: Listers I reported a coral disease or syndrome in Kenya in late February of this year. As an update Willie Wilson has made nice electron microscope images of the infected and normal tissue which you can see at different magnifications at http://www.k.p.ryan.btinternet.co.uk/Joanne The images suggest a fungus, which I believe is the first record of a fungus infecting hard corals. You are welcome to send us comments, but we would like to ask those listers that have experience in identifying fungi to take a look and send us any information that might help us to identifying this fungus. Can one tell if this primarily a marine or terrestrial fungus? etc. The disease disappeared with the changing monsoon in April so we can not get more samples or undertake experiments until it returns. Thanks Tim McClanahan, PhD The Wildlife Conservation Society Coral Reef Conservation Project Kibaki Flats #12 Bamburi, Kenyatta Beach P.O. Box 99470 Mombasa, Kenya Tel: 254 11 485570, 486549 Fax: 254 11 475157 web site: www.wcs.org/marine and --------------------------------- Dr Willie Wilson Marine Biological Association Citadel Hill Plymouth, PL1 2PB UK Tel: +44 1752 633356 Fax: +44 1752 633102 email: whw@mba.ac.uk --------------------------------- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Virus stuff, again Date: Fri, 04 Oct 2002 05:19:52 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" To: coral-list Ladies & Gents, Apparently, a virus has spread through some users of coral-list. However, let me assure you that coral-list was not the mechanism for spreading this virus. It appears that some coral-list subscribers had the virus and their email address book was used as the lookup table for the virus for the spreading of the virus to their personal correspondents. Unfortunately, you/we as contributors to coral-list may be in some of the address books where the virus has landed. Having said that, I still can't guarantee that at some time in the future coral-list won't be a vector for a virus. Please keep your computers up-to-date with the latest, appropriate virus detection sofware. This protects you as well as the rest of us. Finally, let me say that behind the scenes, I intercept junk-mail and viruses sent to coral-list nearly every day, so at least we've got some level of protection. One thing that helps me is in keeping messages down to 30K in size (by configuration of the listsever, not through moderation of the list), because most viruses are larger than this. SO, please remember not to attach large documents or pictures in your postings to coral-list; I'll just have to through them back at you.. Better to post a URL to those items in a message to the list. Y'all have a good time now, y'hear? Cheers, Jim coral-list administrator ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Management papers at ICRS meetings Date: Fri, 4 Oct 2002 11:28:46 -0500 From: "Dr. Carl R. Beaver" To: Coral-List Greetings All; I seem to recall a note recently posted to the Coral-list describing the increase in "Reef Management" papers presented at past ICRS meetings. I've searched recent postings but have found nothing. Does anyone recall this information or whom might have posted it? Carl Beaver Ph.D. Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies NRC 2300, 6300 Ocean Dr. Corpus Christi, Texas 78412 Ph. 361-825-5795 Fx. 361-825-2770 E-mail: cbeaver@falcon.tamucc.edu ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Bleaching in the NW Hawaiian Islands Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2002 08:31:14 -0400 From: "Gang Liu" Organization: NOAA NESDIS/ORA To: coral-list We have learned that coral bleaching was observed the NW Hawaiian Islands from a sustained period of hot water and calm winds! Based on NOAA satellite monitoring, the furthest reaches of the NW Hawaiian Islands, including Midway Atoll, experienced rather significantly high SSTs from early August through early September this year. Sea surface temperature at Midway reached up to 28.9 deg C in August, which is 1 deg C above our bleaching threshold of 27.9 deg C: http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_midway_cur.html Only twice before, in our records, have we seen these extreme levels during the summer, 1987 and 1988 - but those events occurred in late-August (not so early in the season)! Our DHW charts show an accumulation of 9.6 DHWs at Midway Atoll over the summer season: http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/dhw_news.html http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.10.4.2002.gif In early August, we (NOAA Coral Reef Watch) sent out an early warning based on NOAA satellite coral bleaching HotSpot products to the coral-list for potential bleaching in the area. Anyone with in-situ observations please advise us/and or ReefBase in details: http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp NOAA Coral Reef Watch -- ============================ Gang Liu, Ph.D. NOAA/NESDIS/ORA E/RA3 NOAA Science Center, Rm 711 5200 Auth Road Camp Springs, MD 20746 Tel: 301-763-8176 ext 30 Fax: 301-763-8108 Email: Gang.Liu@noaa.gov ============================ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Virus fix? Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2002 11:49:39 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list Coral-Listers, PLEASE do not hold me accountable for this, but this little application may be of help to those of you who suspect you may have a virus: http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/ CONSIDER using it even if you don't think you have a virus. I offer no guarantees and can not and will not advise you on how to use it, but I can tell you this: it is pretty simple. READ the entire page before you attempt to use the application. Once again, please don't ask me how it works, etc.; I'm only offering this information to those out there who are totally clueless about virus protection and also may be unwittingly helping to spread this virus everywhere. cheers, Jim ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: [Fwd: Re: Virus stuff, again] Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2002 13:09:56 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list The following may be of help: -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: Virus stuff, again Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2002 10:14:18 -0600 From: "Mark Eakin" Reply-To: mark.eakin@noaa.gov Organization: NOAA/NGDC Paleoclimatology To: Jim Hendee References: <3D9D5D38.7035030@noaa.gov> Jim, I've gotten a half dozen more of these over the weekend. Perhaps you could post the information on the virus itself so that people have a better chance of eliminating it. Virus name: W32/Bugbear@MM Information about this virus may be found here, or you can search for it at http://vil.nai.com/VIL/default.asp. Have fun! Mark ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Trouble in submisssion forms,10ICRS site Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2002 09:17:39 -0800 From: Hajime Kayanne To: coral-list Dear Coral-list, The submission forms for pre-registration and mini-symposium proposal in the 10th International Coral Reef Symposium web site had not been worked when I announced it in this list. Now it is working. And we, Organizing Committee of 10ICRS, wait for your submission. I apologize for this inconvenience and wish you to visit the site again http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2 and to join the symposium also! Hajime Kayanne Secretariat General -------------------- Hajime Kayanne (Fieldwork in Seychelles, Kenya and Egypt from 29 September to 19 October: now at Kenya) Department of Earth & Planetary Science University of Tokyo ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: listserver was down Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2002 11:16:36 -0400 From: coral-list admin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Listers, Unfortunately, the mail servers here at NOAA/AOML were down for most of yesterday, hence some coral-list mail may have gotten lost in the shuffle. We are stil working on sorting things out. If you posted something but it still hasn't shown up, please try again later today; or, if it is urgent, send it directly to me at jim.hendee@noaa.gov. Sorry for the inconvenience... Cheers, jim ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Position Available Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2002 11:48:37 -0400 From: "Simon Harding" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear list members, Position available: Director - Science Department for Coral Cay Conservation (CCC) Ltd. Coral Cay Conservation Ltd. is an award winning not-for-profit NGO that currently runs terrestrial and marine conservation projects in Fiji, Honduras and The Philippines. We are seeking an experienced postgraduate (with PhD preferred) to manage the CCC Science Department. The successful applicant will have a background in management and research of both marine and terrestrial science based projects, with proven experience of over 12 months fieldwork. The position is at director level, thus a considerable amount of management experience will be needed. Terms of Reference are attached. Applications: Letter/ CV (email only) to: Mr. Peter Raines, Managing Director, Coral Cay Conservation psr@coralcay.org, /www.coralcay.org/ Work is London-based with international travel. Closing date for applications is October 30th 2002. More information is provided below. Thank you. Simon Harding Ph.D. Marine Science Co-ordinator -- Coral Cay Conservation, 13th Floor, The Tower, 125 High Street, Colliers Wood, London, SW19 2JG, UK. Direct dial: +44-(0)20-8545-7721 General switchboard: +44 (0)870-750-0668 Fax: +44 (0)870-750-0667 www.coralcay.org "Providing resources to help sustain livelihoods and alleviate poverty through the protection, restoration and management of coral reefs and tropical forests." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ TERMS OF REFERENCE Director of Science QUANTITATIVE INFORMATION Position: Director of Science Line Manager: Managing Director Department: Science Principal place of work: CCC Head Office (London SW19), with international travel Salary: £17,000-20,000 (dependent upon qualifications/experience) Closing date for applications: 30 October 2002 (re-advertisement of post) SUMMARY OF POSITION The Director of Science is a full member of the Board of Directors of Coral Cay Conservation Ltd (CCC) with senior management responsibility for the CCC Science Department. Key areas of responsibility include: Project development, planning, finance, personnel recruitment and management, and logistics and coordination of scientific programmes run by CCC. The Director of Science will ensure that the aims and objectives of the scientific components of CCC projects are achieved safely, efficiently and within agreed policies, budgets and schedules. DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY · Improving efficiency and effectiveness of the scientific objectives of CCC expeditions within agreed guidelines and budgets. · Line-management of Science Department staff and expedition field scientists. · Recruitment, selection and training of expedition science staff. · Direct reporting to the Board of Directors. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Departmental Review · Review, evaluate and advise upon current operational policies within the Science Department. · Review and evaluation of current Science Department staff and facilities. · Periodic review the relationship between the Science Department and the rest of CCC. · Develop a consultancy group within the Science Department. · Develop scientifically recognized postgraduate course structure within CCC projects. · Establish departmental GIS and remote sensing capability. 2. Departmental Management · Facilitate good communication within the Science Department, and with other CCC departments, ensuring that line management is made aware of the needs of the science department in terms of time/equipment/personnel resources. · Assist in the development of new CCC projects. · Ensure timely delivery of scientific outputs. · Establish and maintain collaborations with third party scientific institutions and persons. · Organise conferencing and paper writing outputs with the rest of the department. 3. Funding · Establish a database of potential sources of funding and prepare funding applications. · Seek full financial independence of the science department within 18 months from the date of appointment. 4. Staff Recruitment, Selection and Training · Review and evaluate current and future staffing level requirements. · Co-ordination and development of staff selection procedures. · Pre-departure staff administration and briefing. · Maintenance of staff records. · Oversee the development of training materials for staff and volunteers. · Assist with volunteer recruitment strategies. 5. Data analysis and report writing · Write and partake in development of key scientific outputs of the department including: · Scientific peer reviewed papers; · Educational materials; · Posters and other publicity information (e.g. newsletters); · Maintenance and update of web-based science outputs; · Analysis of data from CCC field projects and consultancy contracts. 6. Internal co-ordination, liaison and day to day office tasks · Dissemination of relevant information to other departments regarding the planning and management of projects. · General enquiries and departmental administration as part of the day to day running of the department will be required. · Recruitment, coordination and supervision of departmental interns and work placement students. · Answering scientific correspondence · Coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate theses produced in collaboration with CCC. 7. Company Director Responsibilities The Director of Science will be appointed a full director of CCC, with the full statutory responsibilities of a company director. REQUIREMENTS - ESSENTIAL · Proven ability to produce good written and presentation materials. · Competent in time and risk management. · Proven practical leadership ability. · Excellent written and oral communication skills. · Excellent administrative/organisational skills with a methodical approach to work. · Proven ability to effectively network and collaborate with other colleagues and institutions within a similar field. · Computer literate - competent in word processing, spreadsheet use and database management. · Ability to undertake analysis of large environmental data sets. Working knowledge of univariate and multivariate techniques and packages (eg. SPSS, PRIMER, MINITAB). · Experience of GIS and remote sensing. · Considerable knowledge of international scientific environment and development issues. · Understanding of up to date tropical coral reef and rainforest research and management issues and community based conservation programmes. · Minimum three years experience in management of projects in the development/science sector with extensive (24 months) tropical fieldwork experience. · 12 months experience of personnel management within a field relevant to the post. · Hold a completed Msc (minimum)/PhD (preferred) in relevant academic field. · A proven track record of successful grant applications. · Experience in the production of scientific reports, papers, and environmental management plans/EIA. REQUIREMENTS - DESIRABLE · Advanced scuba-diving qualification. · Mountain leadership qualifications (e.g. MLTB Summer Mountain Leader Award). · Other relevant outdoor qualifications (e.g. First Aid; VHF radio). · Human resources management. · Financial planning, management and accounting. · Ability to write business plans. · Full, clean drivers license · Involvement in a development and/or environmental project as a leader or project manager. · Management of scuba diving and/or mountain trekking activities. · Database design. · Qualifications and/or experience in Business Management. APPLICATIONS Please send CV (with two referees) and covering letter BY EMAIL ONLY to: Peter Raines Managing Director Email: psr@coralcay.org END ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: test of coral-list, please ignore Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2002 21:21:54 -0400 From: To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov test of new coral-list alias config...please ignore... coral-list admin ... Daly, R.A. 1910. Pleistocene glaciation and the coral reef problem. Amer. Jour. Sci. 30(4): 297-308. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Job Advert Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2002 09:20:07 +0300 From: Sue Wells To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > > PLEASE DO NOT SEND APPLICATIONS TO ME - NOTE THE CORRECT PROCEDURE AT THE > END OF THE ADVERT. THANKS. > > IUCN - The World Conservation Union has a worldwide membership of states, > government agencies and NGOs, which together with its Commission and > Secretariat, work towards the conservation and wise use of natural > resources. In Eastern Africa, the Union implements a regional programme > of conservation with members and partners through the Eastern Africa > Regional Office based in Nairobi, Kenya. The region comprises East > Africa, the Horn of Africa as well as Seychelles and Comores. > > The Eastern Africa Regional Office of IUCN takes responsibility for the > implementation of the regional component of an integrated global > programme, based on key ecosystems and including cross cutting areas of > social aspects, biodiversity economics, environmental planning, convention > support and invasive species. > > IUCN EARO has a senior technical vacancy for a Regional Programme > Coordinator for the Marine and Costal Ecosystems thematic area. > Key areas of responsibility will include: > 1. Technical input through project development and design and proposal > writing and fundraising; guidance and support to existing conservation > projects; promotion and facilitation of resource conservation and > management activities, in conjunction with implementing partners and/or > member organizations. > 2. Networking and communication with local and national governments, > intergovernmental organizations and partner agencies as a representative > of IUCN. > 3. Management responsibilities through quarterly and annual workplans, > monitoring and evaluation, capacity building and mentoring of secretariat > and project staff. > 4. Integration of social concerns, gender issues, invasive species and > biodiversity economics in marine and coastal situations and with > integration with the regional and the global programmes of IUCN. > > The successful candidate will have: > - A second degree in Marine Biology/Integrated Coastal Zone > Management/Ecosystem Management with emphasis on the marine environment. A > third degree would be preferable. > - Not less than 7 years practical experience in planning and > development of projects and programmes in marine/coastal biodiversity > conservation/management, marine protected areas and/or integrated coastal > management; experience in the Eastern Africa region and other > international experience being an added advantage > - Demonstrated skills in programme and project development and > implementation, communication, and leadership > - Demonstrated skills in a range of development issues and their > relationship to marine and coastal resource management, especially in the > East Africa Region > - Management experience, excellent interpersonal skills and an ability > to work with many kinds of institutions at different levels, including > governments > - Ability to work as a member of a team > - Fluency in Kiswahili is a distinct advantage > - The position is stationed at the IUCN Regional Office in Nairobi and > requires frequent travel > > Applications clearly marked "Marine Coordinator " should be addressed to: > The Human Resources Officer > IUCN - Eastern Africa Regional Office > P. O. Box 68200, Nairobi, Kenya, 00200 > Or by email to: mail@iucnearo.org , Subject - > Marine Coordinator > No later than October 22nd, 2002. > Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us > by November 30th, 2002, consider your application unsuccessful. > > IUCN strives to be an equal opportunity employer and > Qualified men and women are encouraged to apply > > > Sue Wells > Co-ordinator, Marine and Coastal Programme > IUCN Eastern African Regional Office > P.O. Box 68200, Nairobi, Kenya > Tel. (254) 2 890606; Fax (254) 2 890615 > e-mail: smw@iucnearo.org > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: condolences to Australians and Indonesians Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2002 10:18:11 -0400 From: Judith Lang/Lynton Land To: Dear colleagues--especially any who lost lost loved ones in Bali, Please accept my deep sorrow; we share your grief. Judy ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Two Masters Assistantships in Marine Biology Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2002 16:42:01 -0400 From: Danny Gleason To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Two M.S. Assistantships in Marine Biology Funding is available at Georgia Southern University starting January 2003 to support two Master's students to study benthic invertebrates and cryptic fishes of Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary. Students will be expected to assist in the development of a comprehensive web-based field guide for these groups of organisms, but will also be expected to develop a hypothesis-driven research project based on organisms in the Sanctuary. Scuba diving certification is required and an ability to pilot boats offshore and work in rough sea conditions is preferred. Successful applicants will receive a research assistantship for the spring and summer and a teaching assistantship for the fall. Total annual stipend will be approximately $11,500 with a tuition waiver. Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is one of the largest near shore live-bottom reefs off the coast of Georgia and is a popular recreational fishing and sport diving destination. It is located 17.5 nautical miles off Sapelo Island, Georgia, is in the 60-90' depth range, and encompasses 17 square nautical miles. Gray's Reef contains a complex habitat of caves, burrows, troughs, and overhangs that house invertebrates, such as sponges, barnacles, sea fans, hard coral, sea stars, crabs, lobsters, snails, and shrimp. This rocky platform also attracts numerous species of fishes, including black sea bass, snapper, grouper, and mackerel. Interested students should contact either Alan Harvey (912-681-5784; aharvey@gasou.edu), Danny Gleason (912-681-5957; dgleason@gasou.edu), or Steve Vives (912-681-5954; svives@gasou.edu). Information about the Department of Biology at GSU can be found at http://www.bio.gasou.edu/ ************************************** Daniel Gleason Department of Biology Georgia Southern University P.O. Box 8042 Statesboro, GA 30460-8042 Phone: 912-681-5957 FAX: 912-681-0845 E-mail: dgleason@gasou.edu http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html ************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Anemonefish length-weight parameters? Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2002 16:17:13 -0700 From: Craig Shuman To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral-listers, Can anybody direct me to literature or provide me with the length-weight parameters for the following anemonefish: Amphiprion clarkii Amphiprion perideraion Amphiprion frenatus Premnas biaculeatus The parameters are not listed in FishBase and I have not been able to find them in the literature. Thank you, Craig Shuman <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Craig Shuman Environmental Science & Engineering Program Department of Environmental Health Sciences Rm 46-081 CHS 310-302-1973 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1772 cshuman@ucla.edu <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Subject: Mail of Oliver J.K. Date: Tue, 15 Oct 2002 10:23:10 +0300 From: Michaël RARD To: "Coral-List" Dear all Coral-lister, Sorry to disturb who are not interested by this mail. Have anybody the mail or the adresse of Oliver J.K. who has worked in GBR on the growth of the staghorn coral Acropora formosa in 1979 ? Many thanks in advance. Best regards and have a nice day Michaël -- Michaël RARD Laboratoire d'Ecologie Marine, Université de la Réunion 97715 Saint Denis messag CEDEX 9, France Tel : (262) 262-93-81-57, Fax : (262) 262-93-86-85 http://perso.wanadoo.fr/mika.dit.kl/html/ContactsMika.htm Subject: Fwd: Marine ecology position Date: Tue, 15 Oct 2002 10:03:56 +0200 From: Gert Wörheide@aoml.noaa.gov To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list Hi all, Bernie Degnan asked to distribute the following job ad to coral list. cheers Gert Begin forwarded message: > From: Bernie Degnan > Date: Mo Okt 14, 2002 4:52:10 Uhr Europe/Berlin > Subject: Marine ecology position > > Hello > > Attached is an advertisement for a continuing academic appointment > (i.e. tenure-track position) in marine ecology at The University of > Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. We are looking for someone with > experience in either (i) zooplankton/larval ecology, (ii) invertebrate > dispersal and recruitment processes in coastal and estuarine > environments or (iii) marine biogeography and molecular ecology. > Please promulgate this advert as you see fit. > > A full position description and selection criteria can be obtained at > www.jobsatUQ.net or by contacting Mrs Susan Sellar +61 7 3365 7946 or > s.sellar@mailbox.uq.edu.au. Further information regarding the > position and the marine ecology program may be obtained by contacting > the Head of the School of Life Sciences, Professor Scott O'Neill by > email soneill@uq.edu.au. Closing date: 29 November 2002. > > Cheers > > Bernie > > > -- > > Bernie Degnan > Department of Zoology & Entomology > University of Queensland > Brisbane, Qld 4072 > Australia > > Ph +61 7 3365 2467 > Fax +61 7 3365 1655 > Lecturer in Marine Ecology > School of Life Sciences (70%) and Centre for Marine Studies (30%) > UQ, St Lucia Campus > • Develop high quality marine biology programs > • World class aquatic facilities > The University of Queensland conducts comprehensive research and > teaching programs in coastal and oceanic ecosystems. Located in > Brisbane in SE Queensland, University staff have access to pristine > coral reefs (Great Barrier Reef), sea grass, mangrove and rocky > shores. The University runs three world-class research stations on > Heron Island, Stradbroke Island and on Low Isles. The University also > owns a suite of vessels of various capacities and runs an aquaculture > facility located a few kilometers from the main University campus. > The School of Life Sciences and the Centre of Marine Studies are key > contributors to the University’s marine research and teaching program > and together invite applications for a Lectureship in Marine Ecology. > In the role of Lecturer in Marine Ecology you will be involved in > undergraduate teaching and postgraduate supervision, and will play an > active part in the development of programs in marine invertebrate > biology and ecology. You will be expected to develop a vibrant > research program in a relevant area, and to develop and maintain links > with industry. You will also be expected to contribute to the > administrative and committee processes in the School and Centre. > Applicants must possess a PhD in the area of marine invertebrate > ecology and an outstanding research record. Excellent communication > skills are required together with evidence of tertiary teaching > ability. Demonstrated success in attracting external research funds is > essential. > This is a continuing, full-time appointment at Academic Level B, and > will be funded 70/30% by the School of Life Sciences and the Centre > for Marine Studies. The remuneration package will be in the range of > $64,285 to $76,338 per annum, including employer superannuation > contributions of 17%. > Obtain the position description and selection criteria at > www.jobsatUQ.net or by contacting Mrs Susan Sellar +61 7 3365 7946 or > s.sellar@mailbox.uq.edu.au > Further information regarding the position and the marine ecology > program may be obtained by contacting the Head of the School of Life > Sciences, Professor Scott O’Neill by email soneill@uq.edu.au > Applications, including a full curriculum vitae, statement addressing > the selection criteria as well as the contact details of three > academic referees, should be forwarded to the Human Resource > Coordinator, Faculty of Biological and Chemical Sciences, University > of Queensland, Brisbane QLD 4072. > Closing date for applications: 29 November 2002 > Reference Number: 3006821 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Call for proposals: Coral Reef Conservation Fund Resent-From: noaa.coral@noaa.gov Date: Tue, 15 Oct 2002 11:47:57 -0400 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration To: CMPAN , CORAL Announce , Coral list , Coral Reefs Egroup , Michelle Pico , _NOAA Coral , _NOAA MPA All ** For distribution ** CALL FOR PROPOSALS CORAL REEF CONSERVATION FUND http://www.nfwf.org/programs/coralreef.htm The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in cooperation with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coral Reef Conservation Program, is accepting proposals for projects that build public-private partnerships to reduce and prevent degradation of coral reefs and associated reef habitats (e.g. seagrass beds, mangroves etc.). Projects may address causes of coral reef degradation wherever they occur, from inland areas to coastal watersheds to the reefs and surrounding marine environment. Proposals should support partnerships that provide solutions to specific problems to help prevent coral reef degradation through one or more of the following activities: Reducing impacts from pollution and sedimentation; Reducing impacts from over-harvesting and other fishing activities; Reducing impacts of tourism and boating; Restoring damaged reefs; Increasing community awareness through education and stewardship activities. Proposals are due January 31, 2003 (no exceptions). Background Coral reefs and their associated habitats are among the most biologically diverse and complex ecosystems in the world. This incredible diversity supports economies through activities such as tourism, fishing, and pharmaceutical production. Despite their importance, coral reefs are rapidly being degraded and destroyed by a variety of human impacts such as pollution, overfishing, and physical disturbance to the reefs. Priority projects will include those that: 1. Build public-private partnerships, develop innovative partnerships, are community-based, involve multiple stakeholders; 2. Provide solutions to specific problems to reduce and prevent degradation of coral reefs in the above listed areas; 3. Are coordinated and consistent with on-going coral reef conservation initiatives such as International Coral Reef Initiative's Framework for Action and Renewed Call to Action , the U.S. National Action Plan (U.S. Coral Reef Task Force, State and Territorial coral reef management programs, and U.S. All Islands Coral Reef Initiative, as appropriate; 4. Are focused on U.S. domestic, U.S. insular (territorial, commonwealth), Freely Associated States (Micronesia, Marshall Islands and Palau), Caribbean or Mesoamerican coral reef ecosystems; 5. Address an unmet need that will provide direct benefits to coral reefs; 6. Target a specific audience and address specific threats with a hands-on approach. Awards and Matching Funds Most grants will be between $10,000 and $50,000. The average grant will be approximately $25,000. Proposals should describe projects or progress that can be achieved in a 12 month time period but may be part of a long-term effort. All projects should include matching funding from project partners at a minimum ratio of 1:1 - although leverage ratios of 2:1 are preferred. As most of the grant dollars available for coral conservation will be federal (e.g., National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coral Reef Conservation Program), the federal funds available for projects is contingent on federal budget approvals, and matching contributions must be from non-federal sources. Eligible Applicants Applications will be accepted from U.S. or international non-profit organizations, academic institutions and government agencies (except U.S. federal agencies). U.S. federal agencies are encouraged to work collaboratively with non-federal project partners. To Apply: Electronic versions of the application form (in English and Spanish) are available at www.nfwf.org. Applicants will be notified after June 1st as to the status of their proposal. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation does not anticipate another call for coral reef conservation proposals before October of 2003. If you have any questions about the program or other opportunities through the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, please contact Michelle Pico (pico@nfwf.org). Other Information: For more information on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coral Reef Conservation Program, please contact Roger Griffis (roger.b.griffis@noaa.gov) or visit the web site www.coralreef.noaa.gov. Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: In Situ PAR Measurements on a Coral Reef Date: Tue, 15 Oct 2002 19:27:56 -0000 From: To: I would appreciate it if anyone can provide me with a reference or two that contains PAR measurements from just below the surface to a depth of say 100- 150' taken on a south Pacific coral reef. I'd like to compare these values to those obtained from closed systems. Aloha! -- J. Charles Delbeek Aquarium Biologist III Waikiki Aquarium 2777 Kalakaua Ave. Honolulu, HI, 96815 (808)923-9741 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: ITMEMS2 Awards for Management Effectiveness Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2002 17:33:43 +0800 From: "Andre Jon Uychiaoco" To: "coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov" The Evaluating Management Effectiveness Session (Theme 14) would like to sponsor the ITMEMS Awards for Tropical Marine Ecosystem Management. The Awards aim to encourage, recognize/honor and publicize particularly innovative, effective and efficient management practices. Nominations in the form of a poster may be submitted by anyone prior to ITMEMS. Nominations may win in more than one category. Awarding will be based on votes submitted by attendees of the ITMEMS to practices in particular sites. Attendees may not vote for their own sites. Interested people and all those already planning to presenting case studies at ITMEMS2 please take note of the criteria below. You may send in comments on how to improve the criteria as well as make sure to prepare your nominations such that it can be evaluated on the basis of the specified criteria. AWARDS "Polyps" in honor of the humble coral polyps that build the largest structures made by living organisms are awarded to excellent collaborations or other foundational management practices. "Dugongs" in honor of the docile seagrass-feeding mammals that represent how easily nature and some marginal sectors give in to human attack are awarded to management that protects the weak. "Fireflies" in honor of the fireflies that once lit-up the mangroves of the mystical isle of Siquijor (Philippines) are awarded to particularly sharp/astute management practices. (Adapted from the Academy Awards for Motion Pictures also known as the "Oscar" awards) 1. The "Polyp" for Most Participatory Management (care of Theme 1 & 3) Criteria: Level of involvement (e.g. percentages) of each sector of stakeholders (government, local community, private sector, academe/research, NGO, indigenous peoples, etc.) involved in management; Level of accountability each sector actually has relative to the other sectors. 2. The "Dugong" for Most Equitable Benefits from Management (care of Theme 2) Criteria: Level of present socio-economic benefit; Equitability of distribution of such benefits with preference for marginal sectors. 3. The "Firefly" for Most Financially Sustainable Management (care of Theme 9) Criteria: How closely financial input matches or exceeds financial expenses for management; Diversity of financial sources (not including foreign funding assistance); Subsidy of other areas (if applicable, for example a tourism area subsidizing the management of a non-tourism area); Speed of delivery of revenues to management use. 4. The "Polyp" for Best Information/Education/Communication or Capability Building Practice (care of Theme 7) Criteria: Greatest (number of persons and change per person) demonstrated increase in environmental awareness or management capacity; Relative cost of IEC/Capability Building program; Type of target audience. 5. The "Dugong" for Most Efficient Law Enforcement (care of Theme 12) Criteria: Effectiveness of law enforcement (apprehension, prosecution and sentencing) against practices that destroy tropical marine ecosystems; Cost of law enforcement relative to its effectiveness, the size of the area and level of threat (e.g. the number of fishers/km2). 6. The "Firefly" for Most Innovative Management Practice, Policy or Institutional Arrangement (care of Theme 14) Criteria: Originality of management practice/policy/institutional arrangement; Effectiveness of management practice/policy/institutional arrangement; Cost of management practice or Degree of acceptability of policy/institutional arrangement (e.g. whether it has been legislated). 7. The "Polyp" for Best Management of Pollution or Fishing (care of Theme 6, 11, 13) Criteria: Degree to which pollution/fishing pressure was minimized or avoided or stopped; Degree to which the source(s) of pollution or fishers were still able to gain benefits given the lower pollution/fishing levels. 8. The "Dugong" for Best Enhancement or Rehabilitative Practice (care of Theme 10) Criteria: Degree to which a habitat or species was brought back relative to original levels; Cost of enhancement/rehabilitation. 9. The "Firefly" for Most Replicated Practice (care of Theme 4 & 14) Criteria: Degree to which a management practice has been replicated/multiplied relative to the input of resources (information, financial resources, etc.) from the site where such management practice was demonstrated. 10. Most Useful Monitoring and Evaluation or Research (care of Theme 5 & 8) Criteria: How well monitoring and evaluation results or research results have been understood and used for actual management decision-making; Closeness/speed of feedback from M&E/Research to management decision-makers; Degree to which both scientific and local knowledge have been used (if applicable). 11. The "Dugong" for Most Ecologically Sustainable Mix (care of Session Organizers) Criteria: How well a particular site is able implement a mix of the various management practices in order to achieve a particular demonstrated level of ecological sustainability. (This award may perhaps not yet been given this year due to the difficulty in selecting a winner.) Thank you, Andre Jon Uychiaoco, Marine Science Institute, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City 1101, Philippines. Tel. 63-2-922-3959, Fax. 63-2-924-7678, E-mail andreu@upmsi.ph ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: [Fwd: Oak Chair Position Description (fwd)] Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2002 10:18:18 -0400 From: "Gregory Piniak" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Please forward the job announcement below to any interested parties. Thanks. Greg Piniak ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gregory Andrew Piniak, Ph.D. NOAA/NOS Center for Coastal Fisheries and Habitat Research 101 Pivers Island Road, Beaufort, NC 28516 USA email: gregory.piniak@noaa.gov or gap1@duke.edu phone: 252-728-8796 fax: 252-728-8784 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ---------- Forwarded message ---------- 2002/3 Position Description for a Candidate for the Rachel Carson Professorship in Marine Affairs and Policy in the Nicholas School of Environment and Earth Sciences The Nicholas School of Environment and Earth Sciences at Duke University, a multi-disciplinary School with undergraduate, professional masters and Ph.D. programs, invites applications for the Rachel Carson Chair in Marine Affairs and Policy, a tenure-track position. This position, to be based at the Duke University Marine Laboratory in Beaufort, NC, is open to candidates with a Ph.D. in one of the environmental social sciences or a Ph.D. in any conservation field with a strong background in social science theory and methodology, with a preference for assistant or associate level candidates. Applicants should have an extramurally funded research program; strong background in the application of both quantitative and qualitative social science research methods; teaching ability at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; and a strong field research orientation. Research themes could include, but are not limited to, resource management, the policy-making process, socio-cultural aspects of coastal constituencies, or comparative policy regimes. In addition, candidates should have a demonstrated interest in applications of social science to contemporary coastal and marine issues. It is our intention to fill this position for the fall of 2003, and we will begin reviewing applications on November 15, 2002. A letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references should be sent to: Dr. Michael K. Orbach Chair, Rachel Carson Chair Search Committee Duke University Marine Laboratory 135 Duke Marine Lab Road Beaufort, NC 28516-9721 Duke University is an equal opportunity employer. For more information about the Nicholas School of the Environment and Earth Sciences and the Duke University Marine Laboratory, please see our website at www.env.duke.edu. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Searching for fish survey method reference Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2002 14:14:55 -0500 From: "Roshan Roy" To: Dear Coral listers, I adapted and used the following fish survey method from one that I believe was developed in Australia. Subject: RE: Fish survey method reference Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2002 17:43:35 -0500 From: "Roshan Roy" To: Dear Coral Listers, Thanks for all your help. For any others who are interested, here is the reference. English, S, C. Wilkinson & V. Baker. 1997. Survey Manual for Tropical Marine Resources, Australian Marine Science Institute (2nd edition). Cheers, Roshan Subject: Fellowships Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2002 20:22:05 -0400 From: "Harilaos Lessios" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), a division of the Smithsonian Institution headquartered in the Republic of Panama, offers fellowships for research based at its facilities. Disciplines include ecology, anthropology, paleontology, conservation biology, evolution, systematics, behavior and physiology of tropical plants and animals. * Earl S. Tupper 3-year postdoctoral fellowship (deadline: Jan15). Applications should include detailed research proposal with budget, curriculum vitae, 2 letters of reference, names and telephone numbers of 3 additional references and reprints of most important papers. Applicants should consult with STRI scientists who will serve as advisor before submitting final application. Annual stipend up to $30,000 with yearly travel and research allotments. Research should be based at a STRI facility; proposals that include comparative research in other tropical countries will be considered. Send inquiries and application to STRI. * Predoctoral, postdoctoral, senior postdoctoral (up to 1 year) and 10-week fellowships are available through the Smithsonian's Office of Fellowships, Washington, DC. Deadline: Jan15. For information: Office of Fellowships & Grants at 955 L'Enfant Plaza, Suite 7000, Washington DC 20560, e-mail siofg@ofg.si.edu, http://www.si.edu/research+study. * Three-month fellowships (deadline: Feb15, May15, Aug15 and Nov15) thru STRI. For information: Smithsonian Institution, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Office of Education, Washington DC 20560-0580 or e-mail fellows@tivoli.si.edu or http://www.stri.org Awards are based upon merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or condition of handicap of the applicant. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral settlement in relation to flow Date: Sun, 20 Oct 2002 16:29:22 +0200 From: "Shimrit Perkol" To: Dear coral list members, I am looking for papers dealing with coral settlement in relation to flow, including lab and field experiments. All I came up with are papers dealing with fouling communities (bivalves, barnacles, bryozoans etc.). I am trying to locate studies relating to current regime on settlement plates, or artificial reefs, in regards to stony and soft corals. I’d appreciate any help with finding references in the subject. Cheers! ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Fake E-Cards Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2002 12:23:45 -0400 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: coral-list Greetings, Coral-Listers, I am sorry to post a non-coral related message, but since the last spate of viruses attacked coral-list members, I thought maybe a pre-emptive strike against the bums spreading these things might help coral-listers before the virus spreads. The latest warning concerns fake E-cards being sent. Please review this site for more info: http://vil.nai.com/vil/content/v_99732.htm I hope this helps! Cheers, Jim ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coral settlement in relation to flow Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2002 14:16:53 +0900 From: Hajime Kayanne To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov, "Shimrit Perkol" CC: harii@wv.mei.titech.ac.jp Dear Shimrit, coral-list, Our recent paper examined settlement of coral larvae in flow water in lab, which used a racetrack flume. Harii, S. and Kayanne, H. (2002): Larval settlement of corals in flowing water using a racetrack flume. Mar. Tech. Soc. J, 36, 76-79. As far as we know, no studies published had examined coral larvae settlement in different flow regimes in lab experiment. We also would like to appreciate the information on this issue. Best wishes, Hajime >I am looking for papers dealing with coral settlement in relation to flow, >including lab and field experiments. All I came up with are papers dealing >with fouling communities (bivalves, barnacles, bryozoans etc.). I am trying >to locate studies relating to current regime on settlement plates, or >artificial reefs, in regards to stony and soft corals. I$B!G(Bd appreciate any >help with finding references in the subject. -- ---- Hajime KAYANNE ---- Department of Earth & Planetary Science, University of Tokyo Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan Tel: 81-3-5841-4573 Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Landmark Conference Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2002 12:07:07 +0100 From: "N A J Graham" To: A landmark conference on the 'environmental future of aquatic ecosystems' (http://www.icef.eawag.ch) is to be held in Zurich, Switzerland, 23-27 March 2003. Leading scientists from around the world are to predict the potential alternative state(s) of each of the 21 marine and freshwater ecosystems by the year 2025 with respect, in particular, to climate change, human population growth and fisheries decline (see abstracts on website). We anticipate substantial attendance by governmental departments, international agencies and NGO's. Registration fees for this significant venture are substantially reduced upto December 1st 2002 and student rates are also available (http://www.icef.eawag.ch). Nick Graham Junior Research Associate Marine Science & Technology University of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tel: +44 (0)191 222 5868 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Seeking Contact Information Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2002 09:14:36 -0400 (EDT) From: Linda Pikula To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Coral Listers, We are trying to locate the following authors for our CREWS literature web project. If you know of their email address or any contact information: mailing address,phone number, affiliation, please contact me. Thanks for your help. Charlotte Anne Kesling Kenneth A. Rasmussen S. Neudecker C. Wahle and E.A. Chornesky M.R. Patterson Linda Pikula,Regional Librarian email:linda.pikula@noaa.gov NOAA Miami Regional Library Phone/Fax: 305-361-4429 4301 Rickenbacker Causeway Library Internet Homepage: Miami, Florida 33149 http://www.aoml.noaa.gov/general/lib ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Contact Information Thanks/Need Neudecker and Rasmussen Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2002 15:46:41 -0400 (EDT) From: Linda Pikula To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Thank you all for helping me locate the addresses of: Charles Wahle Chornesky Patterson I am still in need of the addresses of Kenneth A. Rasmussen and S. Neudecker. Linda Pikula,Regional Librarian email:linda.pikula@noaa.gov NOAA Miami Regional Library Phone/Fax: 305-361-4429 4301 Rickenbacker Causeway Library Internet Homepage: Miami, Florida 33149 http://www.aoml.noaa.gov/general/lib ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Tenure-track positions in marine science available Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2002 12:13:04 +1000 From: "Ove Hoegh-Guldberg" To: , The Centre for Marine Studies is the focal point for marine research and teaching at the University of Queensland, Australia. In addition to an academic unit at St Lucia in Brisbane, the Centre also runs three prominent research stations on the Great Barrier Reef and surrounds. These are: Heron Island Research Station, Moreton Bay Research Station and the Low Isles Research Station. Information on the Centre for Marine Studies can be gained from the web site: www.marine.uq.edu.au. In conjunction with the School of Life Sciences and School of Physical Sciences, the Centre has advertised tenure-track positions in: Marine Botany (page 1) Aquaculture (page 2) Marine Ecology (page 2) Clastic sedimentology (page 2) Isotope or sedimentary Geochemistry (Page 2) Note - these are generally equivalent to assistant and associate professorial appointments in the US. For further details, follow links from: http://www.seek.com.au/advhomes/uqadvertisements/852832_1.htm Ove Hoegh-Guldberg Director, Centre for Marine Studies ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: BISC Marine Biologist Vacancy Announcement Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2002 09:17:06 -0400 From: Matt_Patterson@nps.gov To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov CC: rick_clark@nps.gov This is a permanent GS-9/11 marine biologist/ecologist position currently being advertised at Biscayne National Park. For more information go to: www.usajobs.opm.gov/ and search with AT153970 Matt Matt Patterson South Florida / Caribbean Network Coordinator National Park Service 9700 SW 328th Street, Homestead, FL 33033 (305) 230-1144 x3082 (305) 230-1190 fax matt_patterson@nps.gov ----- Forwarded by Matt Patterson/BISC/NPS on 10/25/2002 09:03 AM ----- Rick Clark To: Matt Patterson/BISC/NPS@NPS 10/11/2002 04:43 cc: PM EDT Subject: BISC Marine Biologist Vacancy Announcement Matt: F.Y.I. Not being sure if you receive messages addressed to BISC All Employees, I am also sending information about the GS-09/11 Marine Biologist/Ecologist vacancy announcement as provided in my message below to you under separate cover. As discussed, please feel free to notify any of your sources about this opportunity. Notification about the vacancy announcement has also gone to all major universities in Florida, FMRI and other agencies. Thanks, Rick ----- Forwarded by Rick Clark/BISC/NPS on 10/11/2002 04:28 PM ----- Rick Clark To: BISC All Employees 10/11/2002 04:07 cc: Jim Tilmant/FTCOLLINS/NPS@NPS, William B Perry/EVER/NPS@NPS, PM EDT gdhickman@tva.gov, mlbrown3@tva.gov, joe.serafy@noaa.gov, jim.bohnsack@noaa.gov, todd_kellison@ncsu.edu, ault@shark.rsmas.miami.edu, sgsmith@rsmas.miami.edu, amouldin@rsmas.miami.edu, kolsen@fwenc.com, robert4843@aol.com, bgrahamm@aol.com, bob.palmer@fwc.state.fl.us, andy.strelcheck@fwc.state.fl.us, john.hunt@fwc.fl.us, Sonny Bass/EVER/NPS@NPS, Skip Snow/EVER/NPS@NPS Subject: BISC Marine Biologist Vacancy Announcement F.Y.I. A vacancy announcement for a permanent full-time, GS-09/11 Marine Biologist/Ecologist position within the Biscayne National Park (BISC) Resource Management Division opened October 7 and closes November 6. The vacancy announcement can be viewed by accessing the DOI, NPS employment website at www.usajobs.opm.gov. The announcement is also posted on the BISC RM bulletin board and break room in the BISC headquarters building. The position will be recruited through merit promotion and OPM, so those with and without Federal career/career conditional status will be eligible to apply. The position is wide open for consideration by all eligible and qualified individuals, so please feel free to distribute this announcement broadly to any potential candidates who you think may be interested in applying for the position. I'd also be happy to field any inquiries by you or any prospective candidates who may be interested to learn more about the position. Thanks, Rick Rick Clark Chief, Resource Management Biscayne National Park 9700 SW 328th Street Homestead, FL 33033 Voice: 305-230-1144, x3007 Fax: 305-230-1190 email: rick_clark@nps.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Fungal Disease WebSite Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2002 22:37:47 +0800 From: coralReef Conservation To: Coral Folks, Last month I sent out a message with a link to a web site to be able to view the fungal disease that killed many corals in Kenya early this year. Many people had problems accessing the web site and we have, therefore, put it on another web site. If you would like to view the fungus please visit the following: http://www.mba.ac.uk/research/Current%20Fellows/wilson/wilson_coral.htm We would be like to receive help with the id of the fungus or any leads on how to classify it. Thanks Tim McClanahan, PhD The Wildlife Conservation Society Coral Reef Conservation Project Kibaki Flats #12 Bamburi, Kenyatta Beach P.O. Box 99470 Mombasa, Kenya Tel: 254 11 548 5570, 548 6549 Fax: 254 11 475157 web site: www.wcs.org/marine and --------------------------------- >> Dr Willie Wilson >> Marine Biological Association >> Citadel Hill >> Plymouth, PL1 2PB >> UK >> Tel: +44 1752 633356 >> Fax: +44 1752 633102 >> email: whw@mba.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: separation of host and zoox Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2002 09:25:08 -0500 From: "Mike Matz" To: "coral-list" Hi all, I would greatly appreciate if you could direct me to method(s) for separating host coral tissue from zoox for molecular work. I need to have [more or less] intact RNA from the host tissue, with as little zoox RNA as possible. thanks in advance Mike Matz Whitney lab, University of Florida Subject: JUVENILE PARROT FISH IDENTIFICATION Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2002 10:22:25 -0500 From: "Craig Bonn" Organization: NOAA To: "coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov" Dear Listers:: I am currently going through fish samples from Puerto Rico, trying to make positive ids down to the species level. For the most part everything is going good, but I do have some questions about some of the juvenile parrot fish that are in the collections. Does anyone know of someone who could help me with the identification of some of these, especially those in the genus Sparisoma. Im having some trouble with S. radians; S. chrysopterum; and S. rubripinne. For example, do all radians have lateral canines after say 30mm? Is it possible for these canines not to form until later, or is it possible for them to break off? Many thanks to anyone that can help. Subject: GBR latest survey update Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 14:41:31 +1000 From: Kate Osborne To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Annual surveys of the Southern section of the GBR were completed in September, 2002. Please go to www.aims.gov.au/reef-monitoring to read the latest survey update. A brief summary of the main findings is: Active outbreaks of Crown of Thorns starfish (COTS) were observed on four of seven survey reefs in the Swain sector: Gannet Cay, Horseshoe Reef, Chinaman Reef and Turner Cay. In each case the outbreaks have been underway for several years and have resulted in declines in reef wide live coral cover. Small numbers of COTS, below outbreak levels, were also observed on East Cay. No COTS were observed in the Capricorn/Bunker sector. In the Pompey sector small numbers of COTS, below outbreak levels, were observed on Credlin (North) Reef. Reef wide live coral cover has declined on this reef since the last survey. This decline is likely due more to the effects of bleaching in 2001/02 than low-level COTS predation. SCUBA searches showed a substantial increase in numbers of diseased coral colonies on all reefs in Capricorn / Bunker sector and several reefs in the Swain sector. Kate Osborne Reef Monitoring A.I.M.S P.M.B 3, Townsville MC, 4810 ph 61 7 47534354 www.aims.gov.au/reef-monitoring ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: eating damselfish ... Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2002 11:54:31 +0400 From: David Obura Organization: CORDIO East Africa To: coral-list-daily@aoml.noaa.gov .. and in the artisanal fishery in Diani, Kenya, which is also strongly overfished, damselfish make up 0.41% (by number, or a total of 236 fish) of the overall catch recorded (1998-2001). 91% of these are caught in traditional basket-traps, 7% by spearguns, 1% by handlines. The proportion would be considerably less by weight ... as in Jamaica, perhaps more would be caught by spearguns, but they are undersampled here as well. David -- <+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+><+> David Obura CORDIO-East Africa P.O.BOX 10135, Mombasa, Kenya Tel/fax: +254-11-548 6473; 0733-851656 Email: dobura@africaonline.co.ke Web: http://www.cordio.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: FW: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2002 08:38:23 -0500 From: "Julian Sprung" To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Thanks for the article and links Gene. For what its worth, white syndrome-like outbreaks in Acropora in aquariums are often associated with pathogenic bacteria, and their occurrence and rate of damage is affected by temperature (high temps promote them). Slow-progressing bottom-up tissue loss is sometimes not caused by disease but by predators instead. Reasearchers who study Caribbean Acropora are familiar with the coral eating snails Coralliophila, whose affect on the corals is often mistaken by casual observers for disease. In aquariums with Indo-Pacific Acropora there are occasionally similar snails such as Drupella, which fortunately don't reproduce and can be removed fairly easily. There are also nudibranchs such as Cuthona that leave dead white patches on coral, but these affect mainly Montipora and Porites. There is one predator of Indo-Pacific corals in aquariums (and presumably in the wild too) that often goes unnoticed, though its affect can be dramatic. The beast is Scutus cf. unguis, a black limpet that I'm sure occurs on the Great Barrier Reef. These limpets are active at night only and do not stay near the coral during the day, so researchers diving during the day wouldn't ever associate it with the dying coral. In aquariums Scutus has the unfortunate habit of reproducing prolifically, so its effect can blossom, and result in the loss of all small polyped corals. I mention this here because the comment in the article, "it takes months to kill a large colony" sounds like it may be a predator. It may also be a disease, but the researchers involved should check the corals at night just to rule out Scutus. Sincerely, Julian Sprung ---------- >From: Gene Shinn >To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov >Subject: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef >Date: Fri, Oct 25, 2002, 9:09 AM > > Is everyone watching what is happening in Australia as we speak? Check > out > these images and read the press releases. Note the statement, "White > Syndrome outbreaks are happening in pristine areas of the Great Barrier > Reef, the AIMS teams says, on outer reefs untouched by coastal > development > and tourism. This means the reef diseases are not linked to pollution, > as > are other coral diseases around the world." > > Gene > > http://www.nrlmry.navy.mil/aerosol/satellite/seawifs/australia/200210/200210 2300_aust > ralia.jpg > > http://rapidfire.sci.gsfc.nasa.gov/gallery/?2002296-1023/Australia2.A2002296 .2355.1km > .jpgIs > > http://rapidfire.sci.gsfc.nasa.gov/gallery/?2002296-1023/Australia2.A2002296 .2355.1km > .jpg > > http://www.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,5357841%255E1702,00.html > > http://news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,5357418%255E1702,00.html > >>CORAL REEF KILLS, UNKNOWN ETIOLOGY - AUSTRALIA > >>------------------ >>Scientists at the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) have >>confirmed the existence of coral disease on the world's longest reef, >>the Great Barrier Reef, which stretches along Australia's east coast. >> >>Researchers at the government institute do not have to travel far to >>see the giant reef (they just glance out their front door) but they >>have searched the world for a clue to the cause of the disease they >>have observed. AIMS scientists working in the long-term monitoring >>program say the disease they have documented is in a broad category >>known as White Syndrome. Soon they hope to learn exactly what White >>Syndrome is. >> >>Cathie Page, a deep ocean ecologist on the AIMS long term monitoring >>team, says, "It's more common on table corals. It starts at the base >>and works its way up. The disease breaks the coral tissue down, >>eventually killing it." >> >>"It doesn't fit the description of diseases found anywhere else in >>the world, so it might be specific to the Pacific," she says. In the >>3 years Page has been on the monitoring team, she has logged about >>450 dives spanning 48 reefs. She has seen White Syndrome kill at >>varying rates. >> >>"It could kill a colony of 2 metres (6.5 feet) in diameter in 2 weeks >>but in some other cases, it takes months to kill a large colony," she >>said. >> >>The first record of coral diseases came from reefs off Belize and >>Florida in 1973. In 1993 coral diseases were noticed on the Great >>Barrier Reef. When the diseases worsened in the late 1990s, the >>long-term monitoring team started documenting their activity. In >>1999 only 7 reefs were infected with White Syndrome; in 2002 33 >>reefs were affected out of the 48 studied by the AIMS long-term >>monitoring team. >> >>The highest number of infected colonies within one reef was 101 in a >>1500-square-meter area. That was on Carter Reef, an outer shelf reef >>in the Cooktown/Lizard Island sector. The syndrome killed those >>colonies infected and caused a decline in hard coral cover on this >>reef. >> >>AIMS scientists together with researchers from James Cook University >>who are collaborating on the project have recorded the disease in >>northern waters during the winter months. Outer-shelf reefs near >>Lizard Island off Cooktown in the northern Great Barrier Reef and the >>Capricorn Bunker reefs in the southern Great Barrier Reef are the >>worst affected areas. >> >>White Syndrome outbreaks are happening in pristine areas of the Great >>Barrier Reef, the AIMS teams says, on outer reefs untouched by >>coastal development and tourism. This means the reef diseases are not >>linked to pollution, as are other coral diseases around the world. >>Coral bleaching is also affecting the great reef, and scientists fear >>White Syndrome could be spreading more quickly in corals weakened by >>bleaching. >> >>Coral bleaching is the name given to an event in which coral expel >>their symbiotic algae due to extreme stress, such as unusually hot >>water, according to AIMS bleaching expert Dr. Terry Done. >> >>The bleached corals die if the stress is extreme or prolonged. With >>rising water temperatures over the tropical summers, coral bleaching >>events are more widespread and happening more often, leaving little >>time for coral to recover. >> >>"Bleached coral is not healthy and potentially more susceptible to >>diseases," said Page. "We don't know what's causing this disease. >>It's microscopic; it could be a range of things." >> >>AIMS has sent samples of corals affected by White Syndrome away for >>testing. When the results come back, AIMS will search for solutions >>that might save the corals of the Great Bar > > ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- > > http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/ > | > E. A. Shinn > email eshinn@usgs.gov > USGS Center for Coastal Geology | > 600 4th St. South | voice (727) 803-8747 x3030 > St.Petersburg, FL 33701 | fax (727) 803-2032 > ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- > > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: FW: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2002 11:29:02 -0500 From: "Alina M. Szmant" To: Julian Sprung , coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Hi Julian and others: We have come across a small flatworm in our aquaria that we suspect of having eaten many of our juvenile corals. They are only a mm or so in length and would not be noticeable to the un-aided eye of a diver. We found them with high quality dissecting scopes. They are full of zooxanthellae, and we found them crawling over our settlement plates with empty coral spat calices. We've also seem nematodes feeding on coral tissues. There are a lot of microscopic things out there killing corals, it appears! If any of you know what some of these tiny critters are, I'd appreciate help in IDing them. I do have some photographs. Alina Szmant At 08:38 AM 10/30/02 -0500, Julian Sprung wrote: > Thanks for the article and links Gene. For what its worth, white > syndrome-like outbreaks in Acropora in aquariums are often associated with > pathogenic bacteria, and their occurrence and rate of damage is affected > by > temperature (high temps promote them). > > Slow-progressing bottom-up tissue loss is sometimes not caused by disease > but by predators instead. Reasearchers who study Caribbean Acropora are > familiar with the coral eating snails Coralliophila, whose affect on the > corals is often mistaken by casual observers for disease. In aquariums > with > Indo-Pacific Acropora there are occasionally similar snails such as > Drupella, which fortunately don't reproduce and can be removed fairly > easily. There are also nudibranchs such as Cuthona that leave dead white > patches on coral, but these affect mainly Montipora and Porites. > > There is one predator of Indo-Pacific corals in aquariums (and presumably > in > the wild too) that often goes unnoticed, though its affect can be > dramatic. > The beast is Scutus cf. unguis, a black limpet that I'm sure occurs on the > Great Barrier Reef. These limpets are active at night only and do not stay > near the coral during the day, so researchers diving during the day > wouldn't > ever associate it with the dying coral. In aquariums Scutus has the > unfortunate habit of reproducing prolifically, so its effect can blossom, > and result in the loss of all small polyped corals. > > I mention this here because the comment in the article, "it takes months > to > kill a large colony" sounds like it may be a predator. It may also be a > disease, but the researchers involved should check the corals at night > just > to rule out Scutus. > > Sincerely, > > Julian Sprung > ---------- > >From: Gene Shinn > >To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > >Subject: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef > >Date: Fri, Oct 25, 2002, 9:09 AM > > > > > Is everyone watching what is happening in Australia as we speak? Check > > out > > these images and read the press releases. Note the statement, "White > > Syndrome outbreaks are happening in pristine areas of the Great Barrier > > Reef, the AIMS teams says, on outer reefs untouched by coastal > > development > > and tourism. This means the reef diseases are not linked to pollution, > > as > > are other coral diseases around the world." > > > > Gene > > > > > h > tp://www.nrlmry.navy.mil/aerosol/satellite/seawifs/australia/200210/200210 > 2300_aust > > ralia.jpg > > > > > h > tp://rapidfire.sci.gsfc.nasa.gov/gallery/?2002296-1023/Australia2.A2002296 > .2355.1km > > .jpgIs > > > > > h > tp://rapidfire.sci.gsfc.nasa.gov/gallery/?2002296-1023/Australia2.A2002296 > .2355.1km > > .jpg > > > > http://www.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,5357841%255E1702,00.html > > > > http://news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,5357418%255E1702,00.html > > > >>CORAL REEF KILLS, UNKNOWN ETIOLOGY - AUSTRALIA > > > >>------------------ > >>Scientists at the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) have > >>confirmed the existence of coral disease on the world's longest reef, > >>the Great Barrier Reef, which stretches along Australia's east coast. > >> > >>Researchers at the government institute do not have to travel far to > >>see the giant reef (they just glance out their front door) but they > >>have searched the world for a clue to the cause of the disease they > >>have observed. AIMS scientists working in the long-term monitoring > >>program say the disease they have documented is in a broad category > >>known as White Syndrome. Soon they hope to learn exactly what White > >>Syndrome is. > >> > >>Cathie Page, a deep ocean ecologist on the AIMS long term monitoring > >>team, says, "It's more common on table corals. It starts at the base > >>and works its way up. The disease breaks the coral tissue down, > >>eventually killing it." > >> > >>"It doesn't fit the description of diseases found anywhere else in > >>the world, so it might be specific to the Pacific," she says. In the > >>3 years Page has been on the monitoring team, she has logged about > >>450 dives spanning 48 reefs. She has seen White Syndrome kill at > >>varying rates. > >> > >>"It could kill a colony of 2 metres (6.5 feet) in diameter in 2 weeks > >>but in some other cases, it takes months to kill a large colony," she > >>said. > >> > >>The first record of coral diseases came from reefs off Belize and > >>Florida in 1973. In 1993 coral diseases were noticed on the Great > >>Barrier Reef. When the diseases worsened in the late 1990s, the > >>long-term monitoring team started documenting their activity. In > >>1999 only 7 reefs were infected with White Syndrome; in 2002 33 > >>reefs were affected out of the 48 studied by the AIMS long-term > >>monitoring team. > >> > >>The highest number of infected colonies within one reef was 101 in a > >>1500-square-meter area. That was on Carter Reef, an outer shelf reef > >>in the Cooktown/Lizard Island sector. The syndrome killed those > >>colonies infected and caused a decline in hard coral cover on this > >>reef. > >> > >>AIMS scientists together with researchers from James Cook University > >>who are collaborating on the project have recorded the disease in > >>northern waters during the winter months. Outer-shelf reefs near > >>Lizard Island off Cooktown in the northern Great Barrier Reef and the > >>Capricorn Bunker reefs in the southern Great Barrier Reef are the > >>worst affected areas. > >> > >>White Syndrome outbreaks are happening in pristine areas of the Great > >>Barrier Reef, the AIMS teams says, on outer reefs untouched by > >>coastal development and tourism. This means the reef diseases are not > >>linked to pollution, as are other coral diseases around the world. > >>Coral bleaching is also affecting the great reef, and scientists fear > >>White Syndrome could be spreading more quickly in corals weakened by > >>bleaching. > >> > >>Coral bleaching is the name given to an event in which coral expel > >>their symbiotic algae due to extreme stress, such as unusually hot > >>water, according to AIMS bleaching expert Dr. Terry Done. > >> > >>The bleached corals die if the stress is extreme or prolonged. With > >>rising water temperatures over the tropical summers, coral bleaching > >>events are more widespread and happening more often, leaving little > >>time for coral to recover. > >> > >>"Bleached coral is not healthy and potentially more susceptible to > >>diseases," said Page. "We don't know what's causing this disease. > >>It's microscopic; it could be a range of things." > >> > >>AIMS has sent samples of corals affected by White Syndrome away for > >>testing. When the results come back, AIMS will search for solutions > >>that might save the corals of the Great Bar > > > > ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- > > > > http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/ > > | > > E. A. Shinn > > email eshinn@usgs.gov > > USGS Center for Coastal Geology | > > 600 4th St. South | voice (727) 803-8747 x3030 > > St.Petersburg, FL 33701 | fax (727) 803-2032 > > ------------------------------------ ----------------------------------- > > > > > > > > ~~~~~~~ > > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ******************************************************************* Dr. Alina M. Szmant Coral Reef Research Group Professor of Biology Center for Marine Science University of North Carolina at Wilmington 5600 Marvin K. Moss Lane Wilmington NC 28409-5928 tel: (910)962-2362 fax: (910)962-2410 email: szmanta@uncwil.edu http://www.uncwil.edu/people/szmanta/ ****************************************************************** Subject: Postponement of ITMEMS 2 Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 07:53:26 -0500 From: To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov SECOND INTERNATIONAL TROPICAL MARINE ECOSYSTEM MANAGEMENT SYMPOSIUM MOVED TO MARCH 24-27, 2003 In view of the heightened security concern in the Philippines and after careful deliberation by the ICRI Joint Philippine-Sweden Secretariat and the Organizing Committee has decided to reschedule the Second International Tropical Marine Ecosystem Management Symposium (ITMEMS 2) from November 25-28, 2002 to March 24-27, 2003 in Manila, Philippines. The decision to reschedule ITMEMS 2 is being made in consideration of requests and recommendations expressed by major partners in ICRI and ITMEMS that may affect their participation and other participants. In the interest of achieving an excellent global representation and participation, the symposium is rescheduled to March 24-27, 2003 as the most convenient and manageable time. We would like to offer our sincere apologies for any inconvenience the re-scheduling may have caused and hope for your continued support. We look forward to see you next year. Olof LINDEN Robert JARA Richard Kenchington Angel ALCALA ICRI Joint Philippine-Sweden Secretariat ITMEMS 2 Program and Organizing Committee Please note that there will be some adjustments on the deadline set by the Organizers and case studies are still very much welcome. Should there be anymore questions, please do not hesitate to email us. Please acknowledge receipt of this document. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 09:39:43 -0500 From: "Todd R. Barber" To: "Alina M. Szmant" , "Julian Sprung" References: <5.1.0.14.2.20021030112325.02734540@pop.uncwil.edu> Subject: FW: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 09:16:19 -0500 Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list Hi Alina (and others), John Walch and I discovered a white nudibranch in Malaysia that also = eats coral and using its gills to look like bleached coral polyps. So = check to make sure they are flatworms because these looked like = flatworms when their gills were not extended. They were tiny, but you = could barely see them with the naked eye when they were forced out of = the corals on the walls of the research aquariums we were working in. I = have photos if anyone is interested. Thanks, Todd R. Barber Chairman, Reef Ball Foundation CEO, Reef Ball Development Group, Ltd. 6916 22nd Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 941-752-0169 (Office) 941-752-0338 (Direct Line) 941-752-1033 Fax 941-720-7549 Cell reefball@reefball.com http://www.artificialreefs.org http://www.reefball.com http://www.reefball.org ----- Original Message -----=20 From: Alina M. Szmant=20 To: Julian Sprung ; coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov=20 Sent: Wednesday, October 30, 2002 11:29 AM Subject: Re: FW: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef Hi Julian and others: We have come across a small flatworm in our aquaria that we suspect of = having eaten many of our juvenile corals. They are only a mm or so in = length and would not be noticeable to the un-aided eye of a diver. We = found them with high quality dissecting scopes. They are full of = zooxanthellae, and we found them crawling over our settlement plates = with empty coral spat calices. We've also seem nematodes feeding on = coral tissues. There are a lot of microscopic things out there killing = corals, it appears! If any of you know what some of these tiny = critters are, I'd appreciate help in IDing them. I do have some = photographs. Alina Szmant At 08:38 AM 10/30/02 -0500, Julian Sprung wrote: Thanks for the article and links Gene. For what its worth, white=20 syndrome-like outbreaks in Acropora in aquariums are often = associated with pathogenic bacteria, and their occurrence and rate of damage is = affected by temperature (high temps promote them). Slow-progressing bottom-up tissue loss is sometimes not caused by = disease but by predators instead. Reasearchers who study Caribbean Acropora = are familiar with the coral eating snails Coralliophila, whose affect on = the corals is often mistaken by casual observers for disease. In = aquariums with Indo-Pacific Acropora there are occasionally similar snails such as Drupella, which fortunately don't reproduce and can be removed = fairly easily. There are also nudibranchs such as Cuthona that leave dead = white patches on coral, but these affect mainly Montipora and Porites. There is one predator of Indo-Pacific corals in aquariums (and = presumably in the wild too) that often goes unnoticed, though its affect can be = dramatic. The beast is Scutus cf. unguis, a black limpet that I'm sure occurs = on the Great Barrier Reef. These limpets are active at night only and do = not stay near the coral during the day, so researchers diving during the day = wouldn't ever associate it with the dying coral. In aquariums Scutus has the unfortunate habit of reproducing prolifically, so its effect can = blossom, and result in the loss of all small polyped corals. I mention this here because the comment in the article, "it takes = months to kill a large colony" sounds like it may be a predator. It may also = be a disease, but the researchers involved should check the corals at = night just to rule out Scutus. Sincerely, Julian Sprung ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Winter Sessioin Coral Reef Ecology Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 12:34:01 -0400 From: "Coral Reef" To: "Coral-list" Please post the following Central Caribbean Marine Institute program: Rutgers University WINTER SESSION course for undergraduate and graduate students: > WINTERSESSION - CORAL REEF ECOLOGY & BIOLOGY January 2 - 9, 2003. Little > Cayman Island. > Registration is open - Visit the website: http://Wintersession.rutgersonline.net > For Information Contact: Graduate Assistant: David Gruber 932 732-6555 x534 > gruber@imcs.rutgers.edu OR Instructor: Dr. Carrie Manfrino 908- 737-3697 rutgersinfo@reefresearch.org CCMI "Sustaining the Earth's Resources for Future Generations through Education, Research, and Community Outreach" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dr. Carrie Manfrino Central Caribbean Marine Institute - USA P.O. Box 1461 Princeton, NJ 08540 (609) 921-3590 CCMI - Cayman PO Box 37 Little Cayman, Cayman Islands (345) 948-0107 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Pelagic Fishery Biologist Position - American Samoa Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 08:08:25 -1100 From: "Emmanuel Coutures" To: Subject: Re: FW: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef Date: Fri, 1 Nov 2002 08:04:21 EST From: EricHugo@aol.com To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Re: FW: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef Date: Fri, 1 Nov 2002 08:31:02 -0500 From: "Todd R. Barber" To: , Hi Eric, Good points. However, in realtion to the nudibranch infection, it was on freshly obtained corals in a bare sided quarantine tank. There was an infection of at least 40% of the coral upon collection. However, in the wild, we observed butterfly fish "feeding" on the "bleached" polyops which means that in reality they were "cleaning" the corals of the nudibranches so there may be some natural balance. Note that most nudibranches feed on a single food source...so it is unlikely that they have other food preferences. Thanks, Todd R. Barber Chairman, Reef Ball Foundation CEO, Reef Ball Development Group, Ltd. 6916 22nd Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 941-752-0169 (Office) 941-752-0338 (Direct Line) 941-752-1033 Fax 941-720-7549 Cell reefball@reefball.com http://www.artificialreefs.org http://www.reefball.com http://www.reefball.org Subject: Coral Calcium supplements Date: Fri, 01 Nov 2002 10:20:07 -0500 From: "Eileen Alicea" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Would anyone care to comment on the environmental impact of mining Sango (non-living) coral to make calcium supplements? The following are claims of the distributors of these supplements: "Barefoot Coral Calcium Plus is marine sango coral mined freshly from the sea bed (ocean floor) and has the same nutrients that is found in the living coral. Ocean bed coral is mined by an underwater vacuuming operation that is closely monitored by the Japanese Government to insure that the living coral reefs are not harmed in any way. Damaging the coral reef in any way leads to criminal prosecution. The coral mined for our product is mined at least one mile away from the living coral. " and "This seabed coral is the coral that has dropped from the reef or is processed by reef inhabitants. This type of "coral sand" has been washed to the ocean floor by wave actions. Marine coral is closer in composition to the living forms of corals, because many minerals and organic elements are retained, in comparison to fossilized, land-based coral." Thank you, Eileen ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Email address of Dr. Martin Pecheux Date: Sat, 02 Nov 2002 15:25:37 +0330 From: "Mohammad Reza Shokri" Organization: Angelfire (http://email.angelfire.mailcity.lycos.com:80) To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, Could any one provide me with the email addess of Dr. Martin Pecheux who is based in Nice Universiy in France. I tried to contact him with two following email addresses but it didnot work out. E-mail : pecheux@eureka.meta.fr E-mail :martinpecheux@minitel.net Thank you very much. Mohammad Reza Shokri Iranian National Center for Oceanography Living Resources Department #51, Bozorgmehr Ave., Tehran, 14168, Iran Tel: +98-21-6419891 Fax: +98-21-6419978 Email: mrshok@hotmail.com ____________________________________________________________ Get 25MB of email storage with Lycos Mail Plus! Sign up today -- http://www.mail.lycos.com/brandPage.shtml?pageId=plus ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Significant New Actions Adopted by the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2002 12:45:58 -0500 From: "Roger B Griffis" Organization: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Announcement: Significant New Actions Adopted by the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force at October 2-3 Meeting ** See HTTP://CORALREEF.GOV/ for meeting summary ** Dear Colleagues, The United States Coral Reef Task Force took action on a number of significant resolutions at its October 2-3 meeting in Puerto Rico. A summary of the meeting and resolutions is now available at the Task Force web site http://coralreef.gov/ Some highlights of the historic meeting are provided below. If you need additional information, please contact me at roger.b.griffis@noaa.gov. Thank you. Roger Griffis _______________ Highlights: U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting October 2-3, 2002 San Juan, Puerto Rico [for more information and complete meeting summary see http://coralreef.gov/] 1. TASK FORCE ADOPTS NEW STRUCTURE, PRIORITIZES ACTION AREAS: The 8th meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force (CRTF) was marked by significant new commitments for strategically implementing the United States National Action Plan to Conserve Coral Reefs. These commitments include the adoption of a resolution improving the capacity of the Task Force to advance implementation by: 1. Endorsing six focus areas for priority action: land-based sources of pollution, overfishing, lack of public awareness (with a focus on user groups), recreational overuse and misuse, climate change and coral bleaching, and disease. 2. Establishing two regional subcommittees to support local action 3. Identifying methods for tracking progress toward national goals 4. Highlighting needs and opportunities to strengthen human resources for reef conservation 2. USDA AND EPA COMMIT TO LEADING EFFORT TO REDUCE IMPACTS OF LAND-BASED POLLUTION: The United States Department of Agriculture and the Environmental Protection Agency offered to co-lead an effort to address the CRTF focus area of land-based sources of pollution and invited all interested members of the Task Force to join in this effort. 3. NEW INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS CLIMATE IMPACTS ON REEFS: The Department of the Interior, Department of Commerce, and Environmental Protection Agency offered to co-lead an effort to address the CRTF focus area of climate change and coral reefs . The Task Force passed a resolution on coral reefs and climate change calling for an interagency, public/private partnership to advance understanding and management. 4. PUERTO RICO ANNOUNCES NEW EFFORTS TO CONSERVE REEFS: Puerto Rico, the meeting's host, made historic commitments to advancing coral reef management, with support from NOAA, including: 1. Strengthening enforcement 2. Expanding and strengthening nature reserves 3. Improving understanding and management of recreational fisheries 4. Developing amendments to fisheries regulations 5. Convening a coral reef advisory committee for strategic planning 5. STUDY LOOKING AT EFFECTIVENESS OF RESTORATION/MITIGATION EFFORTS: In response to a presentation by the Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), the CRTF adopted a resolution directing applicable agencies to continue gathering data on the effectiveness of compensatory mitigation effecting coral reef ecosystems. The initial findings presented by FWS suggest that less than 1% of the compensation for loss of coral reef ecosystems was successfully implemented in the cases examined. 6. TASK FORCE HIGHLIGHTS CONCERNS ON TRADE IN CORAL REEF SPECIES: A resolution on the international trade in coral and coral reef animals restated the Task Force's suggestion that there is a need to reduce the adverse impacts of trade by encouraging more responsible trade and improved coral reef management. The resolution further charges the Trade subgroup of the International Working Group to provide further recommendations on key issues, especially in conjunction with upcoming CITES meeting. 7. EFFORT TO INCREASE OPPORTUNITIES FOR INVOLVEMENT IN TASK FORCE: The Task Force also adopted resolutions to explore options for increasing stakeholder engagement, endorsing a study proposal by the National Academy of Sciences, and providing testimony to the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy. 8. PROGRESS AND NEW REPORTS: Reports following-up on previous task force decisions were presented on vessel groundings, fisheries, and other topics. Two new reports were released as part of CRTF efforts: 1. The State of Coral Reef Ecosystems of the United States and Pacific Freely Associated States: 2002 (http://www.nccos.noaa.gov/library/notables.html) 2. A National Coral Reef Action Strategy: Report to Congress on Implementation of the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000 and the National Action Plan to Conserve Coral Reefs (http://http://coris.noaa.gov/) 9. HOT TOPIC PRESENTATIONS: Presentations to the Task Force highlighted a number of issues and initiatives. See meeting summary (http://coralreef.gov/) for presentations and authors. Topics included: * update on the incidence and distribution of coral diseases; * the impacts of water quality and climate in the Florida Keys; * status of effort to map and characterize all U.S. reefs (http://coralreef.gov/mapping/mpwg.cfm) * release of new U.S. public opinion poll on reefs (http://www.coralreeffoundation.org/); * a regional threats analysis in the Caribbean (http://www.wri.org/wri/reefsatrisk/reefriskcaribbean.html) * results of a REEFCHECK global volunteer monitoring study (http://www.reefcheck.org/) * results of new coral reef expeditions in Florida and the Northwest Hawaiian Islands (http://www.nccos.noaa.gov/library/notables.html) 10. TASK FORCE AWARDS: The Task Force presented a number of awards in recognition of significant activities supporting conservation and management of coral reef ecosystems. Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Roger B. Griffis Policy Advisor National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U.S. Department of Commerce NOAA/NOS/ORR Rm 10116 1305 East West Highway Pager: 877-632-5370 Silver Spring Fax: 301-713-4389 MD Work: 301-713-2989 x 115 20910 USA Additional Information: Last Name Griffis First Name Roger Version 2.1 Subject: bleaching and blasting in RMI Date: Sun, 3 Nov 2002 16:05:38 -0800 (PST) From: Silvia Pinca To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Helloa ll, just a quick sad note about corals in the Marshalls. We now witnessed at least two bleaching events (a third one is probably happening now) off the shores of MAjuro atoll (7 degree N), both lagoon and ocean side, attacking Acroporas (at least cerealis and robusta and maybe nana) on the reef shelf. These corals are briefly exposed at low tide (new moon) when we experienced very high atmospheric temperatures coincident with lack of trade winds. The corals that belached in September are now dead and covered with a green film of algae. Some of the recently bleached ones are sometimes britteling down into pieces. Evidence of bleaching in another atoll (Jaluit, south west of Majuro) induces us to think this is a spread out event. We also found evidence of blast-fishing on the ocean side. All these news are recent and quite shocking for this country. Thank you, Silvia Pinca and Dean Jacobson Silvia Pinca, Ph.D. Marine Science Program Coordinator College of the Marshall Islands P.O. Box 1258, Majuro, MH 96960 ph. (692)-625-5903 milviapin@yahoo.com www.geocities.com/milviapin ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do you Yahoo!? Y! Web Hosting - Let the expert host your web site Subject: New Chairs & Lectureships at Plymouth University Date: Mon, 4 Nov 2002 13:32:51 -0000 From: "Martin Attrill" To: Dear all Please find below details of 4 new posts in the School of Biological Sciences here at the University of Plymouth. These include a chair and lectureship in Marine Biology. Yours Martin _______________ University of Plymouth, School of Biological Sciences 2 Professorial appointments: Marine Biology and Biomedical Sciences 2 Lecturers/Senior Lecturers in above fields The University of Plymouth is developing its international research strengths. As a part of this strategic investment, it wishes to make 4 appointments to the School of Biological Sciences. These will be in the areas of Marine Biology and Biomedical Sciences (including Neuroscience). For all posts, we are looking for applicants who apply cellular and molecular biological techniques to fundamental questions related to the understanding of biological function and evolution. Potential for establishing research links with the Peninsula Medical School is particularly desirable, as is an interest in collaborating with environmental scientists. Candidates for the Chairs will be of international standing, as evidenced by their record of published work and research funding obtained. They must also show evidence of the ability to motivate and lead other researchers. Applicants for the Lectureships need to have a PhD, at least 2-3 years post-doctoral experience, a strong publication record relative to experience and must show clear evidence of potential to develop independent research programmes funded from external grant-awarding bodies. You must also be committed to research-informed teaching. Interviews will be held in January 2003 with the expectation that successful candidates will be in post by August/September 2003. For informal discussion of the posts, contact: Professor Malcolm B Jones, email: mjones@plymouth.ac.uk or Professor Roddy Williamson, email: rwilliamson@plymouth.ac.uk Closing date: December 19th 2002 Application forms and further details available from: Personnel Office, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, U.K. _________________________________________ Dr Martin J Attrill Reader in Marine Ecology Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group School of Biological Sciences University of Plymouth Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AA, U.K. Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Vibrio coralliilyticus sp. nov Date: Mon, 4 Nov 2002 10:58:23 -0500 From: Yael Ben-Haim To: coral-list Hi coral listers, To anyone it may concern, our new publication : "Vibrio coralliilyticus sp. nov., a temperature-dependent pathogen of the coral Pocillopora damicornis " Ben-Haim Y. et al Has been published online in Int J Sys Evol Microb It can be downloaded at this link: http://www.sgm.ac.uk/IJSEM/PiP/ijsem02402.pdf Best regards, Yael Yael Ben-Haim Dept of Molecular Microbiology and Biotechnology Tel Aviv University Israel Tel: (972) 3 6407627 e-mail: yaelbh@post.tau.ac.il ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: red tide around Sydney Date: Tue, 05 Nov 2002 12:05:18 +1100 From: Nerilie Abram To: eshinn@usgs.gov, coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear Dr Shinn, I was very interested in the note that you sent to coral list last week. I thought that you might like to know that since your note was posted a red tide has broken out on the coast around Sydney, and as far north as Foster (about 300kms north of Sydney). Red tides are very unusual in this area and the media reports are drawing the link between the Sydney red tide and nutrients from the dust storm that went through the region on 23rd October. Another contributing factor could be from the nutrients in the smoke from numerous bush fires that have been burning in this area since early September - the smoke from these fires was particularly thick in Sydney around 25th October. Here is the story in one of the Sydney newspapers today: http://www.dailytelegraph.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,5936,5422404%255E701,00.html Incidentally, because of the El Nino drought in Australia at the moment Sydney has had virtually no rain over the past couple of months and so it would seen very unlikely that this red tide could have been driven by nutrients entering the ocean via rivers and runoff. Nerilie Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2002 10:09:19 -0400 From: Gene Shinn Subject: Dust and Disease on the Great Barrier reef Is everyone watching what is happening in Australia as we speak? Check out these images and read the press releases. Note the statement, "White Syndrome outbreaks are happening in pristine areas of the Great Barrier Reef, the AIMS teams says, on outer reefs untouched by coastal development and tourism. This means the reef diseases are not linked to pollution, as are other coral diseases around the world." Gene http://www.nrlmry.navy.mil/aerosol/satellite/seawifs/australia/200210/2002102300_australia.jpg http://rapidfire.sci.gsfc.nasa.gov/gallery/?2002296-1023/Australia2.A2002296.2355.1km.jpgIs http://rapidfire.sci.gsfc.nasa.gov/gallery/?2002296-1023/Australia2.A2002296.2355.1km.jpg http://www.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,5357841%255E1702,00.html http://news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,5357418%255E1702,00.html ------------------------------------------ Nerilie Abram Research School of Earth Sciences Australian National University ACT 0200 Australia nerilie.abram@anu.edu.au Ph: +61 (2) 6125 5177 Fax: +61 (2) 6125 3683 ----------------------------------------------------- Subject: Bahamas Country Director position Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2002 13:26:04 -0500 From: "Carol Hodge" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov BAHAMAS COUNTRY DIRECTOR The Nature Conservancy, the world's largest private conservation organization, needs your leadership and vision to achieve its conservation goals in the Bahamas. Located in Nassau, the Country Director develops staff and partnerships to build in-country capacity and achieve conservation results at priority sites. The Director devises strategies and secures outcomes in habitat conservation, economic development, public policy and gains community support for these efforts. Position fundraises from private, public, bilateral and multilateral funding sources, designs and negotiates grants and contracts, and forges new partnerships to accomplish ambitious goals. Must be experienced in working with local government and non-US partner organizations, and in financial/grant management. Able to frequently travel and work in remote areas with culturally diverse peoples. Closing date November 15, 2002. ****************** CARIBBEAN MARINE PROGRAM DIRECTOR The Nature Conservancy seeks Caribbean Marine Program Director to work with partner organizations and international institutions/agencies to develop & coordinate coastal and marine projects within the Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Virgin Islands and Eastern Caribbean. Provide strategic direction, financial resources for coastal marine priorities, identify regional threats and cross-cutting marine biodiversity conservation issues, design/develop region and site-based strategies to prevent or abate threats. Advanced degree + 7 years experience in biodiversity conservation, knowledge of Caribbean coastal and marine conservation issues, extensive network of contacts, partnership, team building, strategic planning and fundraising skills, willingness to travel essential. Proficiency in English required, Spanish and/or French desirable. Closing date November 15, 2002. ******************* PROJECT DIRECTOR, GREATER CARIBBEAN ECOREGIONAL PLAN (Two-Year Term Limited Position) Join The Nature Conservancy for an extraordinary opportunity to advance effective conservation in one of the world's most ecologically diverse regions. This is a uniquely demanding project leadership position, responsible for creating a unifying cross-boundary conservation vision that involves five Conservancy divisions, multiple countries and regional/local partners throughout the Greater Caribbean Basin. Work through a team of scientists and technical staff to coordinate assessments of terrestrial, freshwater, coastal and marine ecosystems, threats and abatement strategies. Develop cross-boundary project mgmt. mechanisms, identify and provide a plan for implementing prioritized conservation actions at regionwide scale and at "site" or "land/seascape" level. Advanced degree in natural resources/conservation biology/marine ecology or MBA with emphasis on program mgmt. Three+ years experience in conservation/natural resources mgmt, including developing and implementing regional conservation plans. Partnership building, experience managing complex projects & scientific/technical teams, and fundraising skills essential. PMI certification, knowledge of Caribbean culture, political institutions and conservation issues desirable. Ability to travel extensively. Location is negotiable within Eastern US or Greater Caribbean Basin. Application deadline: December 1, 2002. ___________________________________________________ Send cover letter and resume in English to: The Nature Conservancy, Dept. CH, 4245 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA 22203, USA. Email: jobs@tnc.org (please indicate job title in subject line). Equal Opportunity Employer. The Nature Conservancy offers a rewarding work environment, career advancement, competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. For a complete job description, please visit www.nature.org. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Trouble in submisssion forms,10ICRS site Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 18:39:58 +0900 From: Hajime Kayanne To: "Jim Hendee" First, I am truly sorry for the wrong URL in the second announcement for 10ICRS. The correct one, http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004, was missed from the original announcement. Please try registration through this URL and inform me whether you still have trouble or not. I appreciate any comments on our web site. Sincerely, Hajime ---- Hajime KAYANNE ---- Department of Earth & Planetary Science, University of Tokyo Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan Tel: 81-3-5841-4573 Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coral List problems Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2002 10:09:26 -0500 From: "Jim Hendee" Organization: DOC/NOAA/AOML/OCD To: Clare Bradshaw CC: coral-list Clare, Somebody who is a coral-list subscriber has a virus and if you have posted to coral-list in the past and that peson saved your message, or you have corresponded with the person who has the virus, you are receiving the virus because of that person's infected computer. This virus was not distributed via coral-list, as I can see it was trapped at our machine before it was forwarded to list members. Cheers, Jim Clare Bradshaw wrote: > Hi Jim > Apologies if you have already got loads of similar messages from the Coral > list today. > There appears to be all sorts of anti-virus warfare going on in my Inbox > (related to the Coral List) which originated with a email from Á«í1Ž4Y´ > (?!). It looks like it's got into a vicious circle, and I've had about 25 > messages relating to this so far today. > I've copied the latest few emails below (most recent at the top) if it's any > use... > > Sorry again if you're already on top of this problem. > > Clare Bradshaw > ---------------- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Position Announcement, State of Florida Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 10:31:25 -0500 From: "Hackett, Keith" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov coral-listers, Please do not reply to me, I am merely the messenger. An application can be obtained at http://www.myflorida.com/dms/hrm/jobsdirect/app.pdf The online announcement can be viewed at http://www.myflorida.com/owa_jobs/owa/www_cv.jobvac.detail?pvac_key=3267&pregion=SW Please be sure to include a CV with the application. Note that applications must be RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 15, 2002. Cheers, Keith Hackett ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This position is being advertised "PENDING APPROVAL" of reclassification from Select Exempt to the Career Service. SUPERVISOR: Jennifer Wheaton, Natural Science Manager-L2 SECTION: Ecosystem Assessment & Restoration/Coral Reefs & Hardbottoms POSITION TITLE: BROADBAND TITLE: FISH & WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS - L4 BROADBAND CODE: 19-1023-4 Associate Research Scientist (FLORIDA MARINE RESEARCH INSTITUTE) Class code: 5064 POSITION NUMBER: 70372, Career Service SALARY RANGE: $1,566.63 to $3,916.58 biweekly; $40,732.48 to $101,831.19 annually. Starting rate is $1,730.77 biweekly; $45,000.02 annually. DUTIES: Oversee and participate in activities of research group for coral reefs and hardbottoms. Coordinate and participate in coral community field research programs requiring extended travel. Provide expertise in coral community systematics and ecology including identification of marine benthic taxa in underwater visual surveys. Supervise monitoring and research staff. Manage grants, contracts and budgets. Compile, analyze, and present project data in reports and peer reviewed journals PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Bachelor's degree in one of the physical or natural sciences plus 5 years experience in marine benthic ecology. Knowledge of: marine benthic ecology and systematics of reef organisms; principles of SCUBA DIVING; data collection methods; word processing, spreadsheet, and database software; terminology, principles, and techniques used in ecological research, analysis, and reporting; management and supervisory principles, practices, and procedures; principles and techniques related to benthic resource management principles; and basic seamanship. Skill in: use of scientific, laboratory, field and SCUBA equipment; seamanship and safe operation of vehicles, trailers, and vessels; computer operation and technical writing; and managing a field and laboratory research team to conduct scientific research. Ability to: plan, organize, coordinate, and manage a program of scientific research; collect, record, and analyze scientific data; perform strenuous field duties in adverse conditions using SCUBA and advanced dive techniques; effectively supervise people, foster teamwork, establish and maintain effective working relationships; understand, apply and formulate rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; prepare written reports, publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and present scientific methods and results to non-scientific audiences; maintain AAUS certification; and travel extensively for fieldwork. JOB LOCATION: St. Petersburg, Florida (Pinellas County) JOB BENEFITS: Paid annual and sick leave, 10 paid holidays, low cost health and life insurance and an excellent deferred compensation and retirement program DEADLINE: November 15, 2002. Applications must be RECEIVED by this date. Download a State Application from: HOW TO APPLY: Submit a completed State of Florida Employment Application Form to: Florida Marine Research Institute Personnel Office 100 8th Avenue S.E. St Petersburg, FL 33701-5020 SPECIAL NOTE: Must have SCUBA certification and be able to acquire a valid State of Florida driver's license. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2002 11:17:14 -0500 From: "Laura Kracker" To: Jim Hendee CC: coral-list Jim- Don't let them get the better of you. You always do a great job and we appreciate your time and effort!! Laura ps. make sure this one gets posted -ok? Jim Hendee wrote: > Dear Coral-Listers, > > For the time being, I'm going to have to moderate the list to make > sure I can screen for any possible incidence of spreading computer > viruses, worms, varmits, etc. I apologize ahead of time if your message > does not make it to the list in as timely a fashion as you might wish. > > Cheers, > Jim Hendee > coral-list admin > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Laura M. Kracker, Ph.D., Geographer NOAA National Ocean Service Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research 219 Fort Johnson Road Charleston, SC 29412-9110 843-762-8640 Phone 843-762-8700 Fax laura.kracker@noaa.gov http://www.chbr.noaa.gov >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Subject: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 11:50:17 -0500 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list Dear Coral-Listers, For the time being, I'm going to have to moderate the list to make sure I can screen for any possible incidence of spreading computer viruses, worms, varmits, etc. I apologize ahead of time if your message does not make it to the list in as timely a fashion as you might wish. Cheers, Jim Hendee coral-list admin ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 12:27:21 -0500 From: To: Jim Hendee CC: coral-list Jim- Don't let them get the better of you. You always do a great job and we appreciate your time and effort!! Laura ps. make sure this one gets posted -ok? Jim Hendee wrote: > Dear Coral-Listers, > > For the time being, I'm going to have to moderate the list to make > sure I can screen for any possible incidence of spreading computer > viruses, worms, varmits, etc. I apologize ahead of time if your message > does not make it to the list in as timely a fashion as you might wish. > > Cheers, > Jim Hendee > coral-list admin > > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Laura M. Kracker, Ph.D., Geographer NOAA National Ocean Service Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research 219 Fort Johnson Road Charleston, SC 29412-9110 843-762-8640 Phone 843-762-8700 Fax laura.kracker@noaa.gov http://www.chbr.noaa.gov >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: virus got through Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2002 08:22:43 -0500 From: coral-list admin To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov My apologies, it does appear as though virus got through the backdoor. However, since all messages to the list will now go through me, rather than directly to coral-list, this should stop the problem for now (I hope). I should also mention that we are looking to install a new listserver software that has better security features and better thread and archiving utilities. Take care... Cheers, Jim Hendee coral-list admin ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: SEVENTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COELENTERATE BIOLOGY Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2002 14:26:51 -0600 (CST) From: FAUTIN DAPHNE G To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Information, registration, and abstract submission are now available for the Seventh International Conference on Coelenterate Biology (ICCB) at www.nhm.ukans.edu/inverts/iccb/ ICCB7 will occur 6-11 July 2003 at the University of Kansas, Lawrence. This will be the first ICCB to be held in the US, and one session (or more) will be the 2003 North American meeting of the International Society for Reef Studies. Themes of the meeting are "Biogeography and environmental biology of coelenterates" (anticipated sessions include those on freshwater biology, bioinformatics, coral reefs, and deep-sea ecology), "Evolutionary and developmental biology of coelenterates" (anticipated sessions include those on taxonomy and systematics, reproduction and development, and life cycles), and "Coelenterate anatomy, physiology, and behavior" (anticipated sessions include those on neurobiology, cnidae, and gametogenesis). Integration of presentations is an overarching goal of the meeting. Workshops will follow the ICCB for 1-2 days, depending on topic and number of participants. Those being planned include "Electronic sources of information about anthozoans," and "Octocorallian systematics." Graduate student members of ISRS who are citizens of a developing country and are enrolled in graduate study in a developing country are eligible to apply for a travel grant from ISRS and the ICCB7. We hope to see you in Kansas in July! Daphne G. Fautin Professor, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Curator, Natural History Museum and Biodiversity Research Center Haworth Hall University of Kansas 1200 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence, Kansas 66045-7534 USA telephone 1-785-864-3062 fax 1-785-864-5321 for e-mail, please use fautin@ku.edu website www.nhm.ku.edu/~inverts 7th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COELENTERATE BIOLOGY 6-11 July 2003 for details, go to http://web.nhm.ukans.edu/inverts/iccb/index.html direct to database of hexacorals, including sea anemones newest version released 15 July 2002 *** http://www.kgs.ku.edu/Hexacoral/Biodata/ *** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: The virus (help) Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2002 22:48:35 -0000 From: "David Nettleton" To: OK, now that we've all been infected with Win32.funlove or whatever, = does anyone know of how I can get my WINDOWS/SYSTEM/msconfig.sys file = out of quaranteen???? Help Dave ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Virus attack Date: Thu, 07 Nov 2002 21:15:06 -0500 From: "Louis Florit" To: coral-list Good evening coral-listers: It would seem, unfortunately, that a computer virus has managed to penetrate the list server and has probably been transmitted to many of the list subscribers. It appears the virus was delivered before our virus scanners managed to update their virus definition files. The virus is a particularly nasty version called 'Bridex', also known as Bride or I-Worm. It is a Windows based virus that has the ability to execute itself when recieved by Microsoft Outlook through a vulnerability in the operating system (usually you have to open the attachment for infection to occur). The program is called README.EXE and once that is run it ties itself into various places in your system and starts delivering copies of itself to all the email addresses in the address book. It has the nasty habit of crashing Windows if you try to run antivirus programs after it has infected the system. The following website has more details about the virus: https://www.europe.f-secure.com/v-descs/bridex.shtml I would advise you to have a virus scanner installed as a normal course of operating your computer. If you have any questions, please contact me at this email address. Louis Florit Coral-List Tech Admin -- All programmers are optimists -- Frederick P. Brooks, Jr. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: News Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2002 04:47:56 -0500 From: eric wolanski To: The January-February 2003 issue of American Scientist will publish a paper entitled “Mud, marine snow and coral reefs”, by Eric Wolanski, Robert Richmond, Laurence McCook and Hugh Sweatman. Eric, Laurence and Hugh are at the Australian Institute of Marine Science, and Robert is at the Marine Science Laboratory of the University of Guam. The paper builds up a predictive model of the impact of human activities on adjoining river catchments on the health of coral reefs. The model combines hydrology, oceanography, meteorology, and reef ecology. It includes larval recruitment. It applies this model to the Great Barrier Reef. By using field data from the long-term monitoring study for model calibration, it quantifies the impact of human activities on the health of the Great Barrier Reef. It concludes that the survival of coral reefs requires integrated watershed-based management activities and marine conservation. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Kind regards, Eric Dr. Eric Wolanski, FTSE, ARSOM Leading Scientist Australian Institute of Marine Science PMB No. 3, Townsville MC, Qld. 4810, Australia Web Page: http://www.aims.gov.au/ibm Ph: 61-(0)7-47534243 Fax: 61-(0)7-47725852 E-mail: e.wolanski@aims.gov.au ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: antivirus resources Date: Fri, 8 Nov 2002 07:32:51 -0500 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov In answer to David Nettleton's query, there are several anti-virus sites that allow you to try their downloads for evaluation purposes. Here are some sites: http://www.europe.f-secure.com/download-purchase/ http://download.mcafee.com/ http://www.symantec.com/downloads/ Or, you can even more through google.com. cheers, Jim -------- Original Message -------- Subject: The virus (help) Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2002 22:48:35 -0000 From: "David Nettleton" To: OK, now that we've all been infected with Win32.funlove or whatever, = does anyone know of how I can get my WINDOWS/SYSTEM/msconfig.sys file = out of quaranteen???? Help Dave ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Virus Attack Follow Up Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2002 12:16:01 -0500 From: "Louis Florit" To: coral-list Dear coral-listers: I've recieved some questions regarding the nature of the virus and would like to offer some more details: The virus that was sent out over the list infects Windows operating systems only; this includes Windows 95/98/2000/NT and XP. If you use a Macintosh or UNIX based system you should not have an infection, as this virus targets Windows only. The virus automatically installs itself if loaded through an unpatched version of Microsoft Outlook via the IFrame vulnerability; if you have updated your system regularly it would have not infected your system automatically. The update from Microsoft can be found here: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/critical/q323759ie/default.asp If you use Eudora, Netscape, Pine, or any other email client, the only way to be infected is by accidentally opening and excuting the attached virus. If you deleted the message, you should be ok. Finally, this virus, and various others, forge the sender address. This means you may have recieved a notice (or several hundred) that you sent someone a virus, when in fact you haven't. If you start recieving a multitude of messages rejecting infected email, and you have scanned your system with the latest virus definitions, it is likely that this is what occured and you are not infected. If I can answer any further questions, please do not hesistate to contact me at this email address. Thank you. Louis Florit Coral-List Tech Admin -- All programmers are optimists -- Frederick P. Brooks, Jr. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: faculty position in environmental geoscience Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 11:38:56 -0500 From: Andrea Grottoli To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCE faculty position The Department of Earth and Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for an assistant professorship in environmental geoscience. The research interests of the candidate should complement and broaden established research programs in the Department. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program while teaching graduate courses in his/her research specialty, and undergraduate courses in environmental studies, geology, paleobiology, and oceanography. Further information about programs in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania may be sought at . Applicants should submit resumes, statements of research and teaching interests, names and contact information of three references, and a selection of representative reprints to: Robert Giegengack, Environmental Geoscience Search Committee, Department of Earth and Environmental Science, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6316 USA (earth@sas.upenn.edu). The Search Committee will begin to evaluate applications in January 2003; the search will remain open until the position is filled. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal-opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. ******************************************************* Andrea G. Grottoli, Assistant Professor University of Pennsylvania Department of Earth and Environmental Science 240 South 33rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19104-6316 tel: 215-898-9269 (office) fax: 215-898-0964 email: grottoli@sas.upenn.edu http://www.sas.upenn.edu/~grottoli/ and Woodland House Faculty Fellow University of Pennsylvania http://woodland.house.upenn.edu/ ******************************************************* ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Virus Attack Follow Up Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 11:39:57 -0500 From: "David Nettleton" To: "Louis Florit" , "coral-list" Dear All, Following Louis's suggestions I have been able to eradicate the Bride virus manually by removing the mystey help and explorer files from my desktop, regedit.exe from my windows/system folder and Bride.exe. It appears to have gone for now anyway, I think I was lucky in not having the funlove worm spread (my anti-virus software caught it)- the funlove identifying flcss.exe never appeared. In order to stop windows crashing i prevented certain software like antivirus and norton software from booting up with windows ( switched them off in safe mode). I hope this may help anyone in trouble. I still need to find a backup copy of msconfig.exe, which does not appear to be on the windows cdrom, if anyone has the answer please let me know. regards David Nettleton ----- Original Message ----- From: "Louis Florit" To: "coral-list" Sent: Friday, November 08, 2002 5:16 PM Subject: Virus Attack Follow Up > Dear coral-listers: > > I've recieved some questions regarding the nature of the virus and would > like to offer some more details: > > The virus that was sent out over the list infects Windows operating > systems only; this includes Windows 95/98/2000/NT and XP. > > If you use a Macintosh or UNIX based system you should not have an > infection, as this virus targets Windows only. > > The virus automatically installs itself if loaded through an unpatched > version of Microsoft Outlook via the IFrame vulnerability; if you have > updated your system regularly it would have not infected your system > automatically. The update from Microsoft can be found here: > > http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/critical/q323759ie/default.asp > > If you use Eudora, Netscape, Pine, or any other email client, the only > way to be infected is by accidentally opening and excuting the attached > virus. If you deleted the message, you should be ok. > > Finally, this virus, and various others, forge the sender address. This > means you may have recieved a notice (or several hundred) that you sent > someone a virus, when in fact you haven't. If you start recieving a > multitude of messages rejecting infected email, and you have scanned > your system with the latest virus definitions, it is likely that this is > what occured and you are not infected. > > If I can answer any further questions, please do not hesistate to > contact me at this email address. Thank you. > > Louis Florit > Coral-List Tech Admin > > -- > All programmers are optimists -- Frederick P. Brooks, Jr. > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: ISRS abstracts available on ReefBase Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 11:40:58 -0500 From: "Oliver, Jamie (WorldFish)" To: "Coral List (E-mail)" Dear Coral-Listers The volume of abstracts for the recent European Meeting of the International Society for Reef Studies held in Cambridge in September is now available for download on ReefBase. Here is the direct link: http://www.reefbase.org/pdf/Abstracts%20ISRS%20European%20mtg,%202002.pdf You can also find the document by going to the References:Literature section and typing Brooks into the Author field and ISRS into the keywords field. Full Reference within ReefBase: Brooks, S., T. Spencer, K. Teleki and M. Taylor (2002). Abstracts Volume. European Meeting of the International Society for Reef Studies (ISRS), University of Cambridge, England, 4th-7th September 2002. Best Wishes Jamie Oliver =================================================================== ReefBase is a project of the International Coral Reef Action Network (ICRAN) www.icran.org =================================================================== =============================== Jamie Oliver Senior Scientist (Coral Reef Projects) WorldFish Center PO Box 500, Penang 10670 Phone: (604) 626 1606 Fax: (604) 626 5530 email: J.Oliver@cgiar.org visit ReefBase on: www.reefbase.org =============================== ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Faculty Position in Physiology Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 12:14:41 -0500 From: Danny Gleason To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Please note that our search for a physiologist has been extended to Dec. 2, 2002. The Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position as outlined below. Requirements for tenure-track positions: proficiency in English, ability to work with diverse populations. Ph.D. required at the time of application, postdoctoral experience preferred. We seek applicants who can collaborate with our faculty, secure external funding and contribute to the department's broad research emphasis on coastal biology. In addition to specific courses listed below, positions require participation in introductory courses and upper level courses in applicant's area of expertise. Starting date is 1 August 2003. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Molecular Physiologist: Comparative physiologist using modern molecular methods to investigate the function and regulation of major organ systems in animals. Preference given to individuals working with estuarine/marine organisms, but will consider individuals concentrating on other groups as well. Teaching duties will include a freshman/sophomore Cellular Biology class for biology majors equivalent to a one semester general biology course. Search Chair: Dr. Jonathan Copeland. THE DEPARTMENT AND THE UNIVERSITY The Department of Biology has a commitment to teaching and research excellence and provides an integrative biology program leading to B.A., B.S., and M.S. degrees. The Department has 29 faculty members, 600 undergraduate majors, and 40 M.S. degree students (http://www.bio.gasou.edu/). Department affiliations include the Institute for Arthropodology and Parasitology, Smithsonian Institution's National Tick Collection, Savannah Science Museum Herpetological Collection, Georgia Southern Botanical Garden and Herbarium, and Applied Coastal Research Laboratory on Skidaway Island. Georgia Southern University, is the largest center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia (http://chronicle.com/jobs/profiles/911.htm). APPLICATION INFORMATION Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, and contact information for three references to the Search Chair (shown above), Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University, P.O. Box 8042, Statesboro, GA 30460-8042, USA. Application postmark deadline is 1 November 2002 (has been extended to 2 December 2002). Georgia is an open records state. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search process should notify the search chair. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. ************************************** Daniel Gleason Department of Biology Georgia Southern University P.O. Box 8042 Statesboro, GA 30460-8042 Phone: 912-681-5957 FAX: 912-681-0845 E-mail: dgleason@gasou.edu http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html ************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Keys' coral reefs gain protection [Becomes first Date: Thu, 14 Nov 2002 10:02:33 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: "Gelber Adam" , "Zimmer Beth" , "Henry Mark" , "Deis Don R." internationall y protected nautical zone in the United States and only the fifth worldwi de] (Palm Beach Post, 11/14/02). Date: Thu, 14 Nov 2002 08:04:29 -0600 Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list Dear Coral-List: FYI - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keys' coral reefs gain protection By Larry Lipman Washington Bureau Palm Beach Post http://www.pbpost.com Thursday, November 14, 2002 http://gopbi.com/partners/pbpost/epaper/editions/thursday/news.html www.gopbi.com/partners/pbpost/epaper/editions/today/news_d33d0364b28a52c6009 7.html WASHINGTON -- The delicate coral reefs around the Florida Keys have become the first internationally protected nautical zone in the United States and only the fifth worldwide. The designation by the International Maritime Organization was announced Wednesday. The 3,000-square-nautical-mile zone is designed to protect the fragile coral from anchors, groundings and collisions from large international ships. The zone stretches from Biscayne National Park to the Dry Tortugas and encompasses all of the 2,500-square-nautical-mile Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, which was created a dozen years ago. Gov. Jeb Bush called the zone's designation "yet another step to ensure that our international shipping community is aware of the protections we have put in place for this unique ecosystem. Florida has an important natural resource that must be protected." The waters around the Keys are among the world's most heavily trafficked shipping areas, with more than 40 percent of the globe's commerce passing through the Florida Straits each year. Since 1984, 10 large ships have run aground in the zone, and large ships or freighters improperly anchoring in the zone have damaged coral 17 times since 1997. Beginning Dec. 1, ships longer than 164 feet will be advised to avoid four areas along the Keys and prohibited from anchoring in three areas around the Dry Tortugas. There are areas where large ships can approach reach Key West. Future nautical charts are expected to show the zone -- known as the Florida Keys' Particularly Sensitive Sea Area -- and include information about the restrictions. "This protective status makes the international shipping community aware of the coral reefs and increases compliance with domestic measures already in place to protect the area, while not hindering trade and commerce," said Samuel Bodman, deputy secretary of the U.S. Commerce Department. A Commerce Department agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, announced the designation made by the International Maritime Organization. The organization, a U.N. agency, oversees international shipping issues. The American shipping industry hailed the designation as a balanced approach to protecting nature while allowing continued commerce. "It is imperative that the maritime industry support environmental protection initiatives that maintain the ability to continue efficient, effective and environmentally responsible marine transportation," said Joe Cox, president of the Chamber of Shipping of America, which represents 21 U.S.-based shipping companies. The U.S. has declared no-anchoring areas in the Dry Tortugas since 1997, but many foreign vessels traveling through the area do not carry American- made charts designating the zone. The new designation means the zone now will appear on international navigation charts. The four other particularly sensitive sea areas are: the Great Barrier Reef, Australia; the Sabana-Camaguey Archipelago, Cuba; Malpelo Island, Colombia; and the Wadden Sea off Denmark, the Netherlands and Germany. larryl@coxnews.com http://gopbi.com/partners/pbpost/epaper/editions/thursday/news.html www.gopbi.com/partners/pbpost/epaper/editions/today/news_d33d0364b28a52c6009 7.html - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Web Site: Scientific Center of Monaco Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2002 14:24:57 +0100 From: Allemand To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear All I am pleased to announce the official release of the english version of the website of the Scientific Center of Monaco. See http://www.centrescientifique.mc Happy surfing, Denis Allemand -- Professeur Denis Allemand Directeur/Director Centre Scientifique de Monaco Avenue Saint Martin MC-98000 Monaco Principality of Monaco Tel.: (377) 93 30 12 11 ou/or (377) 92 16 79 83 Fax.: (377) 93 50 52 97 E-Mail : allemand@centrescientifique.mc Web : www.centrescientifique.mc ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Position Announcement, State of Florida Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2002 09:59:03 -0500 From: "Hackett, Keith" To: coral-listers, This announcement was originally posted on 11/6/02... the original deadline of Nov. 15 has been extended to Nov. 22, 2002. Please do not reply to me, I am merely the messenger. An application can be obtained at http://www.myflorida.com/dms/hrm/jobsdirect/app.pdf=20 The online announcement can be viewed at http://www.myflorida.com/owa_jobs/owa/www_cv.jobvac.detail?pvac_key=3D326= 7&pregion=3DSW Please be sure to include a CV with the application. Note that applications must be RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 22, 2002. Good luck, Keith Hackett ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This position is being advertised "PENDING APPROVAL" of reclassification from Select Exempt to the Career Service. =20 SUPERVISOR: Jennifer Wheaton, Natural Science Manager-L2 SECTION: Ecosystem Assessment & Restoration/Coral Reefs & Hardbottoms =20 POSITION TITLE: BROADBAND TITLE: FISH & WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS - L4=20 BROADBAND CODE: 19-1023-4 Associate Research Scientist (FLORIDA MARINE RESEARCH INSTITUTE) =20 Class code: 5064 =09 POSITION NUMBER: 70372, Career Service =20 =20 SALARY RANGE: $1,566.63 to $3,916.58 biweekly; $40,732.48 to $101,831.19 annually. Starting rate is $1,730.77 biweekly; $45,000.02 annually. =20 DUTIES: =09 Oversee and participate in activities of research group for coral reefs and hardbottoms. Coordinate and participate in coral community field research programs requiring extended travel. Provide expertise in coral community systematics and ecology including identification of marine benthic taxa in underwater visual surveys. Supervise monitoring and research staff. Manage grants, contracts and budgets. Compile, analyze, and present project data in reports and peer reviewed journals =20 PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:=20 Bachelor's degree in one of the physical or natural sciences plus 5 years experience in marine benthic ecology. Knowledge of: marine benthic ecology and systematics of reef organisms; principles of SCUBA DIVING; data collection methods; word processing, spreadsheet, and database software; terminology, principles, and techniques used in ecological research, analysis, and reporting; management and supervisory principles, practices, and procedures; principles and techniques related to benthic resource management principles; and basic seamanship. Skill in: use of scientific, laboratory, field and SCUBA equipment; seamanship and safe operation of vehicles, trailers, and vessels; computer operation and technical writing; and managing a field and laboratory research team to conduct scientific research. Ability to: plan, organize, coordinate, and manage a program of scientific research; collect, record, and analyze scientific data; perform strenuous field duties in adverse conditions using SCUBA and advanced dive techniques; effectively supervise people, foster teamwork, establish and maintain effective working relationships; understand, apply and formulate rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; prepare written reports, publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and present scientific methods and results to non-scientific audiences; maintain AAUS certification; and travel extensively for fieldwork. =20 JOB LOCATION: St. Petersburg, Florida (Pinellas County) =20 JOB BENEFITS: Paid annual and sick leave, 10 paid holidays, low cost health and life insurance and an excellent deferred compensation and retirement program =20 DEADLINE: November 22, 2002. Applications must be RECEIVED by this date. Download a State Application from: =20 =20 HOW TO APPLY: Submit a completed State of Florida Employment Application Form to:=20 Florida Marine Research Institute=09 Personnel Office 100 8th Avenue S.E.=09 St Petersburg, FL 33701-5020 =20 SPECIAL NOTE: Must have SCUBA certification and be able to acquire a valid State of Florida driver's license. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Summer 03 Field Class in Coral Reef Ecology of the GBR Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2002 10:42:54 -0700 From: Phil Pepe To: Coral-list > Please post the following Phoenix College and Great Barrier Reef Institute of > TAFE program: Phoenix College course for undergraduate students: > SUMMER SESSION - CORAL REEF ECOLOGY & MARINE PARKS MANAGEMENT JUNE 16 - 30, > 2003. CANNONVALE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA > Registration is open. > Prerequisites: Ability to swim. > Visit our website: > http://www.pc.maricopa.edu/departments/Biology/au/auweb.htm > For More Information Contact: DR. PHILIP PEPE (602) 285-7106 > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Paperback Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2002 09:10:21 -0500 (EST) From: Ron Karlson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Coral listers and BEMers: Thanks to the many respondents expressing interest in the paperback edition of Dynamics of Coral Communities. This effort took 3 years to be successful. Kluwer should be contacting respondents shortly. Other interested individuals can go to: http://www.wkap.nl/prod/b/1-4020-1046-X for more information. Ron Karlson ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Looking for Dr. Salim M. Al-Moghrabi in Jordan Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2002 13:03:58 -0500 From: Stephen C Jameson To: Dear Coral Listers, I am looking for the coordinates of Dr. Salim M. Al-Moghrabi in Jordan. If anyone knows where he is working now I would greatly appreciate an email. Thanks!! Best regards, Dr. Stephen C. Jameson, President Coral Seas Inc. - Integrated Coastal Zone Management 4254 Hungry Run Road, The Plains, VA 20198-1715 USA Office: 703-754-8690, Fax: 703-754-9139 Email: sjameson@coralseas.com Web Site: www.coralseas.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: sea urchin spine lengths Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 07:54:51 +0800 From: "Laurie Raymundo" To: Hello, all: I have a student who has made an interesting observation regarding = variation in spine length in two populations of Tripneustes sea urchins = in seagrass beds of varying plant density. We would like to do a quick = study to see if the variation in spine length is significant and = possibly correlated with seagrass density, but have heard of no = references regarding environmental influences on, or natural variation = in, spine length in urchins. If anyone out there knows of references, = or has done some work on the topic, we would deeply appreciate reprints = or citations. We are very far from a decent library! Thank you. Laurie Raymundo ----------------------------------- Laurie J. Raymundo, Ph.D. Silliman University Marine Laboratory Dumaguete City 6200 Philippines ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Harvard Law Article on Coral Reefs Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 09:45:26 -0800 (PST) From: Mary Davidson To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I corresponded with many of you during my research on legal protections for coral reefs. The article was published this summer by the Harvard Environmental Law Review. It is now available at http://oshadavidson.com/coral_reef_laws.pdf Thank you all for your responses to my queries for information. Mary Gray Davidson 301 E. Maryland Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85012 Tel: 602.263.5582 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Fw: Reef Balls Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2002 10:58:45 -0500 From: "Alessandra Vanzella-Khouri" To: > This message was originally submitted by Ron Goodridge > [mailto:Coastal_Planner@coastal.gov.bb] to GCFINet. > > Colleagues, > > Has anyone come across any articles (peer-reviewed or otherwise) on the > impact of Reef Balls on the marine environment. I think their use as > FADs has been well documented. However, I have had a hard time finding > any information on the impact of Reef Balls on other coastal processes. > > Please point me in the right direction. Thanks in advance for your > assistance. > > Best regards, > > Ron Goodridge > Coastal Planner > Coastal Zone Management Unit > Bay Street, St. Michael > Barbados, West Indies > Tel. (246) 228-5950/1/2 > Fax. (246) 228-5956 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Web site on Fungiidae and their gastropod associates Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2002 17:51:47 +0100 From: "Hoeksema, B.W." To: Due to an error in the web site address mentioned in the previous message, not everyone may have been able to access the site. Underneath is the corrected version. Sorry for the inconvenience. Bert > http://home.hetnet.nl/%7Eascidians/oio/mainframe.htm > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Web site on Fungiidae and their gastropod associates Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2002 16:02:24 -0500 From: "Hoeksema, B.W." To: CC: "Zeeteam" Dear coral-listers We are studying the evolutionary history of mushroom corals (Fungiidae) and some of their associated symbionts, gastropods belonging to Epitoniidae (wentletraps) & Leptoconchus spp. See: http://home.hetnet.nl/%7Eascidians/oio/mainframe.htm). Their DNA will be sequenced, using specimens from various places throughout the Indo-Pacific. We would appreciate help from people who have access to living material and who are willing to send us samples in ethanol 96%. The mollucs can be stored completely, whereas from the corals we only need fragments or soft tissue samples. More information on the animals and the sampling is given in the web site. In case you can help, please let us know what you need from us (vials, ethanol, etc.). Bert W. Hoeksema Adriaan Gittenberger Dr. Bert W. Hoeksema Head, Department of Invertebrates Coordinator Marine Research National Museum of Natural History Naturalis P.O. Box 9517 2300 RA Leiden The Netherlands Tel. +31.71.5687631 Fax +31.71.5687666 E-mail: Hoeksema@naturalis.nnm.nl ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Ship accused of crushing coral [Cargo ship smashed more than 1,000 rare corals by dropping its massive anchor in prohibited area] Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2002 16:04:27 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: Coral-list (Pal m Beach Post, 11/2202) Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2002 13:46:29 -0600 Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Ship accused of crushing coral By Marc Caputo Staff Writer Palm Beach Post http://www.pbpost.com Friday, November 22, 2002 http://gopbi.com/partners/pbpost/epaper/editions/friday/news.html www.gopbi.com/partners/pbpost/epaper/editions/friday/news_d3dd8bda513960cd00 2e.html KEY WEST -- A world-roaming cargo ship smashed more than 1,000 rare corals at one of Florida's most pristine dive spots when, officials say, it dropped its massive anchor in a prohibited area. A survey of the 6,500-square-foot damage site, completed last week, stunned researchers with the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The 15-ton anchor flipped over corals that weigh more than 1,000 pounds and began forming their star-shaped clusters before explorer Ponce de Leon sailed over them. "This is some of the greatest destruction of living coral I've ever seen in my life," said Harold Hudson, a biologist who conducted the survey. "It was heartbreaking." For two decades, Hudson has surveyed some of the worst ship groundings along the Keys -- the world's third largest barrier reef, which was placed under federal protection in 1997. Just last week, the 3,000-square-mile sanctuary received international recognition as a no-anchor zone for large ships. So from now on, all new charts printed anywhere in the world are supposed to list five no-anchor zones around the globe -- including the waters around the Keys. The designation was too late for the 853-foot-long MSC Diego. Cargo vessel cited On Oct. 2, a Coast Guard patrol saw a big blip on its radar screen smack in the middle of the Tortugas Ecological Reserve. The site, off the Dry Tortugas 70 miles west of Key West, borders a sought-after dive spot known as Sherwood Forest, so named because the ancient corals look like mushrooms and leafy plants. It is considered so environmentally sensitive that even fishing is prohibited. The Coast Guard crew boarded the MSC Diego and informed the captain that the area was a no-anchor zone, according to a Coast Guard report. The captain of the Panamanian-flagged vessel said he was "unaware" of the rule because the zone wasn't listed on his chart, according to the report. The vessel was then cited for anchoring in violation of federal law. Mediterranean Shipping Co., the second-largest cargo shipping firm in the world, owns the MSC Diego. Officials with the Geneva-based company declined to comment. Its attorney did not return repeated calls. The marine sanctuary's superintendent, Billy Causey, said the company has been cooperative, having hired divers to help right the corals "jelly-side up" to save them. The damage at the Dry Tortugas was not publicized. Causey acknowledged that the sanctuary doesn't want to damage its good relations with Mediterranean Shipping. The company faces two maximum penalties of $119,000 for anchoring illegally and ruining coral. However, it could be liable for millions of dollars in damages, Causey said. "We don't try to crucify companies or people," Causey said. "Our job is focusing on restoration as quick as we can for the U.S. public because it's their coral, their sanctuary, that we're talking about here." Declared sensitive area Causey said last week's international designation of the sanctuary as a "Particularly Sensitive Sea Area" should help prevent damage like that caused by the MSC Diego. The initiative was pushed by the International Maritime Organization, a United Nations division. "Now, there are really no excuses for things like this," Causey said. "This literally puts us on the global map." It's a necessity, Causey said, considering that 40 percent of all global shipping traffic flows through the Florida Straits between Key West and Havana. In the case of the MSC Diego, the captain was heading to Freeport, Bahamas after departing New Orleans. Officials couldn't explain why the ship was anchored for about three days before it was spotted by the Coast Guard. All along, the anchor skipped along the bottom while the giant chain links - - weighing up to 100 pounds each -- swung in a windshield-wiper motion as wind and current shifted the boat. The Dry Tortugas, instrumental in the Union's maritime strategy in the Civil War, has long been a spot for container ships to anchor and await instructions on how to proceed. All along, the bordering reefs have been a nuisance for ships. But it's only benefited Florida and the Keys. In the 19th century, Key West became one of the wealthiest cites in the nation by salvaging vessels wrecked on the reef. Today, the reef provides a prime tourist destination for thousands of divers flocking to the area known as the "rain forests of the ocean." Corals, which are invertebrates, take years to grow, especially if they form external skeletons as with brain, star and elkhorn corals. They can only exist in warm, clean waters. Those conditions don't always exist off the Keys, where scientists have documented diseases linked to runoff from Palm Beach County sugar farms and Keys septic tanks. As a result, average coral cover decreased from 10 percent of the sanctuary to 6.5 percent from 1996 to 2000. The spot where the MSC Diego dropped its anchor had up to 60 percent coral coverage. One reason: There's little pollution and fewer divers to step on, snap off and anchor to the coral. The nonprofit environmental group Reef Relief, which led the charge to save the reef from anchor damage, says there's hope. Founder Craig Quirolo says coral stands off the Keys, decimated by the disease White Pox that he discovered, are coming back. Quirolo said the damage at the Dry Tortugas, however, might be irreparable. "We're talking about hundreds of years of life getting plowed up because some captain wasn't paying attention or didn't know where he was," Quirolo said. Still, marine sanctuary biologist Hudson said all's not lost. Dive teams began flipping the corals right-side-up almost immediately after authorities learned of the damage. In some cases, divers had to inflate giant plastic bags to help lift the heaviest corals. Until the MSC Diego's anchoring, the worst destruction along the reef happened off the Lower Keys in 1997, when the 600-foot container ship Houston ran aground in stormy weather, gouging 7,600-square-feet of bottom habitat. Hudson said corals there are starting to come back. But, he says, he fears more accidents on the horizon -- even with the new international maps demarcating the no-anchor zone. "In the end, people make mistakes," Hudson said. "And regulations, sad to say, aren't always going to stop that. Unfortunately, it will probably happen again." # # # marc_caputo@pbpost.com http://gopbi.com/partners/pbpost/epaper/editions/friday/news.html www.gopbi.com/partners/pbpost/epaper/editions/friday/news_d3dd8bda513960cd00 2e.html - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Reef Balls Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2002 15:55:16 +0200 From: "Shimrit Perkol" To: Are there any scientific papers on Reef Balls performance? I f there are, I would appreciate the references. Cheers! Shimrit Perkol PhD Student Faculty of Life Science Department of Zoology Tel - Aviv University Ramat- Aviv, 69978 Tel-Aviv, Israel ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Reef Balls Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2002 12:01:05 -1100 From: "mikerking" To: "Shimrit Perkol" , Some papers and information on studies concerning Reef Balls can be found at: http://www.artificialreefs.org/ScientificReports/research.htm Hope this helps Mike King CORL www.corl.org ----- Original Message ----- From: "Shimrit Perkol" To: Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2002 2:55 AM Subject: Re: Reef Balls > Are there any scientific papers on Reef Balls performance? I f there > are, I > would appreciate the references. > > Cheers! > > Shimrit Perkol > PhD Student > Faculty of Life Science > Department of Zoology > Tel - Aviv University > Ramat- Aviv, 69978 Tel-Aviv, Israel > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 15:09:00 -0000 From: "Spencer Shute" To: Hello, I am interested in any records of coral disease off the UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi in particular). Does anyone know of any sources of such information (I understand white, yellow and black band disease has been identified in the area). Thanks very much, Spencer Spencer Shute Marine Ecologist Emu Ltd Head Office 1 Mill Court The Sawmills Durley Southampton Hants SO32 2EJ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral steroid extraction Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 16:39:06 -0000 From: Katrien Van Look To: "'coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" Dear all, I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice/direct me to publications concerning the extraction of steroids from corals. I have been trying to extract oestradiol from a soft coral (Sinularia sp.) using methanol or diethyl ether. I partly followed the method of Ann Tarrant (Comp. Biochem. Physiol. A, 1999), but did not use the celite columns - is this a critical step? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Katrien ------------------------------------------------- Dr. Katrien Van Look Institute of Zoology Zoological Society of London Regent's Park London NW1 4RY United Kingdom Tel.: 020-74496640 Fax: 020-75862870 E-mail: katrien.vanlook@ioz.ac.uk ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: International Society for Reef Studies - Elections 2002 Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 12:19:05 +1000 From: Terry Done To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I am happy to announce the results of elections for The International Society for Reef Studies, held in September 2002. New officers and council members will take up duties on January 1st 2003. President: Nicholas V. C. Polunin Vice President: Richard B. Aronson Corresponding Secretary: Peter J. Mumby Councillors: Katharina Fabricius Ove Hoegh-Guldberg Tim McClanahan Michel Pichon Helmut Schuhmacher Makoto Tsuchiya Continuing officers and council members (until Dec 31 2004) Treasurer - John Ware Recording Secretary - Peter Edmunds Jaime Garzon-Ferreira Hajime Kayanne Lucien Montaggioni Kathleen Sullivan-Sealey Helge Peter Vogt Robert Van Woesik Dr Terry Done President International Society for Reef Studies c/- Australian Institute of Marine Science PMB #3 Mail Centre, Townsville Qld 4810 Australia Phone 61 7 47 534 344 Fax 61 7 47 725 852 email: tdone@aims.gov.au Society Website www.uncwil.edu/isrs. WEBSITE for 9th International Coral Reef Symposium www.nova.edu/ocean/9icrs ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Proceedings 9ICRS Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 15:28:50 +1000 From: Terry Done To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral listers, I am happy to announce that the Proceedings for the 9th International Coral Reef Symposium will be printed in January 2003. The Proceedings will be provided without extra cost to full registrants. Other copies will also be available for purchase, and for donation to institutions in developing countries. Commencing December 2, 2002 please see www.aims.gov.au/9icrs for: Online purchase Change of address forms Donation request form (developing countries) Table of Contents Proceedings of the Ninth International Coral Reef Symposium, Bali, Indonesia, October 23-27 2000. M.K. Kasim Moosa, S.Soemodihardjo, A.Nontji, A.Soegiarto, K. Romimohtarto, Sukarno and Suharsono. (Editors) Published by the Indonesian Institute of Sciences in cooperation with the State Ministry for Environment'. The proceedings will be published in two volumes totaling around 1300 pages and 200 papers. They are available from February for persons who paid for full registration at the Symposium (at no extra cost), and for sale at Aus$300. A limited number is also available for donation to institutions in developing countries, through the generosity of the Indonesian Organizing Committee, the Government of Indonesia, and the International Society for Reef Studies. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Coral Diseases observed in the UAE Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 11:52:39 -0600 From: Bradley.A.Tarr@saj02.usace.army.mil To: spencer.shute@emulimited.com, coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Spencer, We observed some black coral disease along with massive bleaching during reef assessments off Abu Dhabi in September 1997. Some references that might be of assistance to you are listed below: Korrubel, J. (1966) A New Coral Disease from the Southern Arabian Gulf. http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/themes/korrubel.html. Riegl, B. (2001) Effects of the 1996 and 1998 positive sea-surface temperature anomalies on corals, coral diseases and fish in the Arabian Gulf (Dubai, UAE). Mar. Biol., vol. 140, pp. 29-40. Antonius, A. (1988) Distribution and dynamics of coral diseases in the eastern Red Sea. Proc. Sixth Int. Coral Reef Symposium, 8-12 August 1988, Townsville, Australia, vol. 2, Contr. Papers Mini-Symposium, 1-10-14, pp. 293-298. Antonius, A. (1985) Coral diseases in the Indo-Pacific: A first record. P.S.Z.N.I:-Mar.-Ecol.. vol. 6, no. 3, pp. 197-218. Cooney, R. P., O. Pantos, M. D. A. Le Tissier, and J. C. Bythell (2002) Characterisation of the bacterial consortium associated with Black Band Disease in coral using molecular microbiological techniques. In: Brooks, S., T. Spencer, K. Teleki, and M. Taylor (eds.), Abstract Volume, European Meeting of the International Society for Reef Studies (ISRS), University of Cambridge, England, 4-7 September 2002, p. 20. Kline, D. , M. Breitbart, N. Knowlton, and F. Rohwer (2002) Growth characteristics of the coral associated bacterial community in healthy, stressed, and diseased corals. In: Brooks, S., T. Spencer, K. Teleki, and M. Taylor (eds.), Abstract Volume, European Meeting of the International Society for Reef Studies (ISRS), University of Cambridge, England, 4-7 September 2002, p. 54. Brad Tarr U.S.Army Corps of Engineers Planning Division, Environmental Branch P.O. Box 4970 Jacksonville, FL 32232-0019 -----Original Message----- From: Spencer Shute [mailto:spencer.shute@emulimited.com] Sent: Monday, November 25, 2002 10:09 AM To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Hello, I am interested in any records of coral disease off the UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi in particular). Does anyone know of any sources of such information (I understand white, yellow and black band disease has been identified in the area). Thanks very much, Spencer Spencer Shute Marine Ecologist Emu Ltd Head Office 1 Mill Court The Sawmills Durley Southampton Hants SO32 2EJ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ------_=_NextPart_001_01C29574.9CB50850 Content-Type: text/html Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable RE: Coral Diseases observed in the UAE

Spencer,

We observed some black coral disease along with = massive bleaching during reef assessments off Abu Dhabi in September = 1997. Some references that might be of assistance to you are listed = below:

Korrubel, J. (1966) A New Coral Disease from the = Southern Arabian Gulf.
http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/themes/korrubel.html.

Riegl, B. (2001) Effects of the 1996 and 1998 = positive sea-surface
temperature anomalies on corals, coral diseases and = fish in the Arabian Gulf
(Dubai, UAE). Mar. Biol., vol. 140, pp. = 29-40.

Antonius, A. (1988) Distribution and dynamics of = coral diseases in the
eastern Red Sea. Proc. Sixth Int. Coral Reef = Symposium, 8-12 August 1988,
Townsville, Australia, vol. 2, Contr. Papers = Mini-Symposium, 1-10-14, pp.
293-298.

Antonius, A. (1985) Coral diseases in the = Indo-Pacific: A first record.
P.S.Z.N.I:-Mar.-Ecol.. vol. 6, no. 3, pp. = 197-218.

Cooney, R. P., O. Pantos, M. D. A. Le Tissier, and J. = C. Bythell (2002)
Characterisation of the bacterial consortium = associated with Black Band
Disease in coral using molecular microbiological = techniques. In: Brooks, S.,
T. Spencer, K. Teleki, and M. Taylor (eds.), = Abstract Volume, European
Meeting of the International Society for Reef = Studies (ISRS), University of
Cambridge, England, 4-7 September 2002, p. = 20.

Kline, D. , M. Breitbart, N. Knowlton, and F. Rohwer = (2002) Growth
characteristics of the coral associated bacterial = community in healthy,
stressed, and diseased corals. In: Brooks, S., T. = Spencer, K. Teleki, and M.
Taylor (eds.), Abstract Volume, European Meeting of = the International
Society for Reef Studies (ISRS), University of = Cambridge, England, 4-7
September 2002, p. 54.

Brad Tarr
U.S.Army Corps of Engineers
Planning Division, Environmental Branch
P.O. Box 4970
Jacksonville, FL 32232-0019

-----Original Message-----
From: Spencer Shute [mailto:spencer.shute@emulim= ited.com]
Sent: Monday, November 25, 2002 10:09 AM
To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject:


Hello,

I am interested in any records of coral disease off = the UAE (Dubai and
Abu Dhabi in particular). Does anyone know of any = sources of such
information (I understand white, yellow and black = band disease has been
identified in the area).

Thanks very much,

Spencer

Spencer Shute
Marine Ecologist
Emu Ltd
Head Office
1 Mill Court
The Sawmills
Durley
Southampton
Hants
SO32 2EJ
~~~~~~~
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digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html = .

------_=_NextPart_001_01C29574.9CB50850-- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Job posting: marine debris specialists Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 09:59:24 -1000 From: "Kevin Wong" To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii JIMAR/NMFS CORAL REEF/MARINE DEBRIS SPECIALIST - ID# 22596 CG#-3888 Hawaii - Oahu - (Honolulu) Close Date: 12/27/02 Job Summary: School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST), Joint Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research (JIMAR). Twelve (12) Regular, Full-Time, limited term of approximately eight (8) months to start approximately March 1, 2003, RCUH Non-Civil Service positions, located at the National Marine Fisheries Service Honolulu Laboratory (NMFS-HL) in Honolulu, Hawaii. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, and availability of funds. Minimum Monthly Salary: $2,425.00. Duties: Coordinates and plans logistics for field research and marine debris removal activities of the Honolulu Laboratory's multi-agency program to assess, monitor, restore and protect coral reef ecosystems of the U.S. Pacific Islands. Prepares, maintains, and troubleshoots research equipment including scuba diving gear, digital video cameras, small boats and motors, and other scientific equipment needed for field operations including oceanographic moorings. Conducts underwater surveys of reef fish, benthic habitat, and marine debris using snorkeling and SCUBA and towed diving sleds. Processes, scores and analyzes digital video footage of underwater urveys and prepares summary reports. Assists with marine debris removal activities and prepares and delivers presentations for educational outreach. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Marine Science, Marine Biology, Zoology, Biology, Botany, Oceanography, Geography (GIS), Computer Sciences, or related field involving studies of marine science or coral reef ecosystems. At least one (1) year of experience in marine research which included utilizing marine underwater survey techniques. Previous experience at sea for extended periods of time (2 weeks or more) aboard oceanographic research or fisheries vessels. Working knowledge of and ability to identify marine organisms and quantify abundances using underwater survey techniques. Knowledge of routine statistical procedures to perform data analyses. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and graphics programs. Must complete NOAA diver and NOAA working diver certification which includes meeting the physical, watermanship, academic, and experience requirements. Ability to work independently and make decisions ensuring that dive operations are conducted safely. Possess a valid driver's license. Must possess strong interpersonal skills to work with research crews consisting of government and non-government multi-agency employees and protocol. Must be able to pass forklift and small boat operator training. Able to work long hours outdoors at various captive facilities and remote locations, aboard research vessels and aboard small boats (15-20') in coastal and oceanic waters. Able to lift up to 50 pounds of scuba gear and equipment. Must be able to obtain medical clearance for working on NOAA research vessels or other appropriate vessels and for NOAA diving requirements. Qualifications Desired: Previous experience in small boat handling, maintenance, and repair. Experience with outboard motors, SCUBA compressors, and repair of each. Experience with underwater videography. Ability to assist in esigning underwater biological and habitat surveys. Experience with identifying marine reef fish underwater, particularly Indo-Pacific species. Working knowledge of ArcView geographic information system (GIS), MS Word or WordPerfect, Excel, and Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience with Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers and data. Education: College Degree. Salary: $2,425.00 Month Position Type: Full-time Inquiries: Kevin Higaki, 956-7729 (Oahu). Application Requirements: Send cover letter (note ID#22596) and referral source with narrative on your qualifications for the position, resume with salary history, the names, phone numbers, and addresses of three supervisory references, and copy(ies) of degree(s)/transcripts/certificate(s) used to qualify for position via: 1) email: rcuhhrapply@rcuh.com 2) fax: (808) 956-5022 or 3) mail: Director of Human Resources, Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii, 2530 Dole Street, Sakamaki Hall D-100, Honolulu, HI 96822. See www.rcuh.com for additional information on employment. Closing Date: December 27, 2002. EEO/AA Employer. Contact Information: Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii2530 Dole Street, Sakamaki Hall, D-100, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822, Phone: 808-956-3100, Fax: 808-956-5022, E-mail: rcuhhrapply@rcuh.com Web Site: http://www.rcuh.com Apply on line: http://www.careergiant.com Job ID = 3888 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: ICRS 2004 Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 16:37:20 +0800 From: 10th ICRS To: Dear Sir/Madam, We are honored to be the host of 10th International Coral Reef Symposium(ICRS). The 10th ICRS is scheduled from June 28 to July 2, 2004 in Okinawa, Japan. We have the pleasure to invite you to participate in the activities of the symposium. You can find the details of this symposium at http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004. Through this site, a pre-registration and a proposal for a mini-symposium are being accepted. Deadline on a proposal for a mini-symposium is on 30 January, 2003, and the program of the symposium and call-for individual papers will be shown around June 2003 at the same site. Please visit our site and we are looking forward to receive your participation at the 10th ICRS in Okinawa. Thank you. Sincerely yours, ---------------------------------------------------------- Secretariat for 10th ICRS Plando Japan Inc. 401 Daimon Urbanist, 2-3-6 Shibadaimon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0012, Japan Tel: 81-3-5470-4401@Fax: 81-3-5470-4410 e-mail: icrs@plando.co.jp Web site: http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004 ---------------------------------------------------------- ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: ReefDispatch: Protections Asked for Gulf of Mexico Groupers Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2002 10:03:45 -0400 From: ReefKeeper International To: List / Coral list R E E F D I S P A T C H ----------------------- For Immediate Release: November 27, 2002 **************************************************************** * Protections Asked for Gulf of Mexico Groupers * * Conservation Group Requests Comprehensive Grouper Management * **************************************************************** Miami, Florida -- Precautionary and comprehensive management for groupers in the Gulf of Mexico is being called for by ReefKeeper International, the coral reef conservation organization. The public interest group has formally petitioned the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council and the National Marine Fisheries Service for further protection of these species, including spawning season fishing closures and no-take zones. "Groupers need enhanced and unified management now in order to provide greater protection to species that are at risk of becoming overfished or even endangered," stated ReefKeeper Director Alexander Stone. Action on the ReefKeeper requests is under consideration by the Gulf Council, but their acceptance is uncertain. To generate public support for protective grouper management, the conservation group is hosting a Save America's Groupers internet petition campaign at http://www.reefguardian.org. According to a November 2000 study by the American Fisheries Society, the country's oldest and largest fisheries science organization, 11 of the 15 grouper species in the Gulf of Mexico are now vulnerable to extinction. "The best scientific information available indicates that most grouper stocks in the Gulf of Mexico are at serious risk of collapse," stated ReefKeeper's Stone. "Precautionary fishery management measures must be put in place now, before it is too late," he added. ReefKeeper International has presented the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council with formal requests to implement a unified set of precautionary management measures for all grouper species until further scientific information is available to manage each species individually. The conservation group has asked that all Gulf of Mexico grouper species be provided with science-based overfishing limits, partial spawning season fishing closures, no-take zones centered around spawning aggregation sites, and scientific stock assessments to determine the current condition of their populations. In addition, ReefKeeper has also asked for adoption of rebuilding plans for badly overfished Nassau and Goliath grouper stocks. The group's requests are under consideration as part of the Gulf Council's present development of Amendment 18 to its Reef Fish Fishery Management Plan. "The federal legal deadline for establishing overfishing limits and developing rebuilding plans came and went four years ago," complained Stone. "No further delays should be tolerated," he continued. Out of the 15 grouper species fished in the Gulf of Mexico, only red grouper, gag grouper and yellowedge grouper have ever had their population conditions assessed. The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council Council does not actually know the present condition of any other grouper stocks under its jurisdiction. Due to limited staff and resources, it would take many years to close that information gap. "To compensate for the lack of stock information on individual grouper species, we're asking that management measures be applied collectively to all shallow-water groupers as one multi-species complex, and to deep-water groupers as another," commented ReefKeepr Director Stone. "Fishing quotas and management decisions for each of the 2 complexes could then be based on the known population condition of an indicator species in each of the 2 complexes," Stone explained. Groupers tend to aggregate in large groups during spawning months, which makes them easy targets for fishermen. There is concern that this decreases the reproductive success of groupers each year, leading to further annual declines in their populations. ReefKeeper has called for complex-wide grouper fishing closures during part of the Spring shallow-water grouper complex spawning season as well as part of the Fall deep-water grouper complex spawning season. "These closures would protect each and every Gulf grouper species during some part of its spawning season, leading to greater reproductive success and increases in grouper populations," said the ReefKeeper spokesman. In addition, ReefKeeper International has requested that no-take closed areas be considered now as a complementary management tool for grouper species in the Gulf of Mexico. According to the group, precautionary measures such as closed areas are needed to offset management risk for the many grouper species with population condition assessments still pending. The ReefKeeper grouper management requests are being considered for adoption under Amendment 18 to the Gulf of Mexico Reef Fish Fishery Management Plan. To generate public support for the requests, ReefKeeper is seeking sign-ons to a Save America's Groupers petition at http://www.reefguardian.org/Campaigns/SaveOurReefFishGRP/PetitionGRP.html. "America's groupers need greater protection now, before they are all overfished or put at risk of extinction," ReefKeeper Director Alexander Stone concluded. # # # Contacts: ReefKeeper International / Alexander Stone, Director (305) 358-4600 or a_stone@reefkeeper.org Gulf of Mexico Fishery Mgmt Council / Wayne Swingle, Executive Director (813) 228-2815 or Wayne.Swingle@gulfcouncil.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: New Member Date: Thu, 28 Nov 2002 17:27:32 -0200 From: "Clauber Bonalume" To: "Lista Coral Reef" Hi, as a new member of this list I would like to introduce myself and = ask some help, if available. I'm an assistant (dive) instructor an also a Chemist. I just passed the = exams to master degree in one great university here in Campinas = (Brazil), the UNICAMP. My area is physical chemistry and I'd like to work with something = related to the environment but in my area of expertise. I was told that = many of the members of this list are scientists so I'd like to ask if = any of you have a suggestion for my tesis' subject. Is there anything = that a physical chemist can do to help coral reef? Appreciate any help. Thank you, Clauber Bonalume. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: coral tissue stainning Date: Sun, 1 Dec 2002 16:10:24 -0500 From: "Juan Torres" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello coral listers, I would like to know if anyone have some information about how to stain coral tissue (specially gonads) without going through the whole process of histology. The idea is to use a dissecting microscope instead of a compound one. Any information will be appreciated. Thanks, Juan L. Torres University of PR Dept. Marine Sciences ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: MANAGEMENT OF CORAL DISEASES Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2002 08:23:16 -0500 From: "Andy Bruckner" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral List Readers, NOAA Fisheries has published a NOAA Technical Memorandum on coral diseases entitled “Priorities for Effective Management of Coral Diseases”. This paper was originally developed as a white paper was for the Coral Disease and Health Consortium workshop held in Charleston last January, and it is also available as a PDF file on the new CHAMP coral disease website (http://www.coral.noaa.gov/coral_disease). The paper summarizes much of the available information on coral disease epizootiology, including a compilation of all disease names that have appeared in the literature, information on the distribution and prevalence of the major coral diseases affecting Western Atlantic coral reefs, rates of tissue loss reported for these coral diseases and monitoring approaches that have been used to study disease epizootiology. The paper is divided into two sections: 1) Key priorities for effective management; and 2) proposed strategies to address management needs for coral diseases. Each of these sections is broken down into seven major themes: 1) Early warning systems 2) The spatial distribution and temporal variations of coral disease outbreaks 3) Relationships with environmental factors, anthropogenic stresses and natural disturbances 4) Standardized nomenclature to describe, identify and differentiate diseases 5) Factors that facilitate the occurrence, spread and transmission of pathogens 6) Effects on population dynamics, community structure and ecosystem function 7) Measures to mitigate disease impacts Anyone that is interested in receiving a hard copy of the paper please contact : Andy Bruckner NOAA/NMFS Office of Protected Resources 1315 East West Highway Silver Spring, MD 20910 andy.bruckner@noaa.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Univ of Hawaii faculty position in marine resources and the Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2002 08:29:16 -0500 From: "Dr. Robert A. Kinzie III" Pacific To: Coral-List Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list Dear coral list: Please respond to the address in the ad not to me. Aloha Bob Kinzie _________________________________________________________________________ The University of Hawaii Department of Geography seeks to fill a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty position in the area of marine resources with a regional focus on the Pacific. The appointment is expected to be at the level of assistant professor, is to start August 2003, and is contingent on position clearance and funding. Applicants with any combination of interests and expertise consistent with the foregoing will be viewed with great interest. The Department is particularly keen to receive applications from those working at the interface of the natural and social sciences, or able to apply such sciences to policy- or management-relevant questions. Applicants are expected to hold a doctorate in geography or a relevant field at the time of appointment. Salary range: $36,720-54,336 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications should include a letter of introduction describing the candidate's research and teaching interests, a CV, and the names and contact information of three individuals who can provide references. Review of applications will begin on January 20, 2003, and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be addressed to: Chair of the Personnel Committee Dept. of Geography Saunders Hall 445 Honolulu, HI 96822. EEO/AA employer. Also posted at http://workatuh.hawaii.edu. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Allergy to corals? Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2002 08:31:18 -0500 From: "Micky V. Schoelzke" To: "coral list" Hello to the list, I have a question that some people on the list may be able to answer. I have, like all people involved in coral physiology studies, been crushing up, boiling and "water-picking" coral samples. Once, I have been stung by a jellyfish (A mediterranean Noctiluca) and had a strong reaction to it (cold sweating, shivering, headache, nausea). The next day, I cleaned the coral tanks I was working on (Stylophora pistillata) and my arms became very swollen, red and I felt I was going to pass out. After that, I had to wear gloves to handle coral samples and crush them up for analysis. Only the smell of broken corals made me sneeze and my eyes became irritated. I was wondering if the jellyfish sting had something to do with the reaction: if yes, it would be the Cnidarian venom that was the cause of the whole thing. Maybe some researchers of the list would have details about the physiological resaons for that or would have had the same problem. As even a sting from a very small jellyfish triggers the reaction (and all you people you have been night-diving know that it is not easy to avoid small zooplancton jellys), I would be interested to know if there would be a cure... thanks for your answers, feedback and advices, Micky Schoelzke ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Marine Biologist Position - Hawaii Date: Wed, 04 Dec 2002 08:23:44 -1000 From: Robert Kinzie To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral list: Please respond to the address in the ad not to me. Aloha Bob Kinzie _________________________________________________________________________= The Department of Zoology at the University of Hawaii invites marine biologists to apply for a tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR position. Research interests and experience should include tropical marine animals, and complement present departmental strengths; desirable areas include community or population ecology and evolutionary biology. Teaching responsibilities include a new undergraduate course in the biology of marine organisms, an advanced course in the individual's specialty and participation in a topics course in marine biology. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in biological sciences, evidence of significant research accomplishments, and commitment to quality teaching in a new undergraduate marine biology degree program. To apply send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching philosophy and the names, addresses, and email of three references to: Marine Biologist Search Committee, Department of Zoology, 2538 McCarthy Mall; University of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI 96822. Direct inquiries to zoology@hawaii.edu. To receive full consideration, applications must be received by February 1, 2003; however, review of applications will continue until position is filled. EEO/AA Employer. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Ichthyology Position - Hawaii Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2002 07:01:33 -0500 From: Robert Kinzie To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral list: Please respond to the address in the ad not to me. Aloha Bob Kinzie _________________________________________________________________________ The Department of Zoology at the University of Hawaii invites marine ichthyologists to apply for a tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR position. Research interests and experience should include tropical marine fishes and complement existing department strengths; desirable areas include community or population ecology, and evolutionary biology and systematics. Teaching responsibilities will include an introductory undergraduate ichthyology course, and an advanced course in the individual's specialty. Applicants must have a Ph.D., evidence of significant research accomplishments, and a commitment to teaching. To apply send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research accomplishments and goals, statement of teaching philosophy and the names, addresses, and email contacts of three references to: Ichthyology Search Committee, Department of Zoology, 2538 McCarthy Mall; University of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI 96822. Direct inquiries to zoology@hawaii.edu. To receive full consideration, applications must be received by February 1, 2003; however, review of applications will continue until position is filled. EEO/AA Employer. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: A. Bruckner's Disease Manuscript link Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2002 08:58:51 -0500 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Listers, Some of you have had trouble locating the exact link for Andrew W. Bruckner's NOAA Technical Memorandum NMFS-OPR-22, entitled "Priorities for Effective Management of Coral Diseases." Please be advised that the more precise link is: http://www.coral.noaa.gov/coral_disease/cdhc/man_priorities_coral_diseases.pdf I hope this helps. Cheers, Jim Hendee ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Fluorescent organisms on reef - identification help needed Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2002 22:10:27 -0500 From: "Charles Mazel" To: Dear Coral List, My group is engaged in research on fluorescence effects in marine organisms. As part of recent fieldwork we observed and photographed several instances of fluorescence (or non-fluorescence) in various sponges, crabs, shrimp, tunicates, etc. Some we have identified, but the range of diversity puts many of the organisms outside our area of direct expertise. I would appreciate any help that any of you might be able to offer in making better identifications. You can find a list of the specimens we need immediate help with, with links to pages with photographs and location information, at http://www.psicorp.com/mazel/database/helpsummary.htm. Please respond directly to me so as not to burden the group. I welcome any dialogue on the sources or functions of fluorescence in any of these organisms. Regards, Charles Mazel ---------------------------------------------- Charles Mazel Principal Research Scientist Physical Sciences Inc. 20 New England Business Center Andover, MA 01810 (978) 738-8227 (direct) (978) 689-0003 (switchboard) (978) 689-3232 (fax) ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Allergy to corals? Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2002 22:13:28 -0500 From: EricHugo@aol.com To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Apologies to the list if I am forgetting an earlier thread from coral-list, but I can't recall if it was posted or whether I got an email directly on this subject in the past. I am responding to the list because this is the second time I have heard of what appears to be aerosolized antigens from corals inducing allergic response. The first was from a gentleman who had boiled corals to clean their skeleton. I'm curious about others inputs here as I did not initially suspect that the first case could have been as was described, but this post now gives me pause. Micky, I am aware of numerous people who have developed hypersensitivity to cnidarians ad other marine venoms, including polychaetes. I don't know if Meredith Peach is on this list, but I believe she stated in an email she became hypersensitive to Goniopora toxin (secondary metabolite, not nematocysts). Also, following fire coral envenomations, type IV delayed hypersensitivity reactions (poison oak-ish) seem pretty common judging by the number of emails I have gotten from people being stung and having symptoms months afterwards. Also, during a field trip with a class to Belize, four of about fifteen students were stung by Cassiopeia (many had ripe gonads at the time) and developed anaphylaxis and were overnighted in a hospital. That's a huge percentage. What kind of therapy you would use depends on the hypersensitivity reaction - some are IgE mediated, with antigen cross-linking IgE's bound to mat cells and basophils causing degranulation and setting off cascades. Type II are IgG mediated cytotoxic hypersensitivity where antibody directed against cell surface antigens mediates cell destruction via complement or ADCC, but this is probaby not likely to be what is happening in your case. Type III are immune complex mediated hypersensitivities where antigen-antibody complexes are depostied in tissues and induce complement activiation with an inflammatory response characterized by large scale neutrophil invasion. Type IV are cell-mediated hypersensitivities where special T cells release cytokines activating macrophages or Tc cells that cause the response. Because three of these may describe what you have, and each has its own characterisitics, an hence different treatments, I'd probably visit an immunologist and get some blood work done to determine the best course of therapy. Hopefully manageable without carrying epi-pens with you from this point onward. Hope this was of some help. Good luck. Eric Borneman Department of Biology and Biochemistry Program in Ecology and Evolution University of Houston ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Position for a Cell BIologist to work on Corals Date: Fri, 6 Dec 2002 08:12:16 -0500 From: Tony Larkum To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Position announcement: Cell Biologist to Work on Coral Symbiosis School of Biological Sciences and Electron Microscope Unit, University of Sydney We are seeking to fill a short-term graduate/postdoctoral position (6-12 months) in the area of marine cell biology. The project focuses on the mechanisms of recognition and signaling between the membranes of cnidarian hosts and their algal intracellular symbionts, as well as on break-down in these mechanisms (coral bleaching).The position will be offered, based on experience. A BS/BSc degree in marine biology, cell biology or related fields is a minimum. Required: excellent experimental skills in the preparation and handling of biological samples and extensive experience in isolation and characterization of membrane components, particularly gel electrophoresis, immuno-labelling, fluorescence-labelling, etc. Also preferably experience with or willingness to learn microarray and proteomic technologies, and light (confocal) and TEM microscopy skills. Experience in field-work on coral reefs and diving qualifications would be helpful but are not required. Applicants with any combination of interests and expertise consistent with theforegoing will be viewed with great interest. Appointment will be for 6-12 months beginning Jan to Mar, 2003 Salary range:AU $30,000-45,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications should include a letter of introduction describing the candidate's research experience relevant to the project, interests, a CV, and the names and contact information of at least two individuals who can provide references. Letters of application to: Professor Anthony Larkum Heydon-Laurence Building (A08) School of Biological Sciences University of Sydney NSW 2006, Australia Email: alark@mail.usyd.edu.au Fax: +61 2 9351 4119 Prof. A.W.D. Larkum Acting Director, Sydney University Biological Informatics and Technology Centre (SUBIT) School of Biological Sciences Heydon-Laurence Building (A08) University of Sydney NSW 2006 Australia Tel 61 2 9351 2069 Fax 61 2 9351 4119 http://www.bio.usyd.edu.au/SUBIT/ http://www-personal.usyd.edu.au/~alark http://www.bio.usyd.edu.au/SOBS/admin/staff/larkum.html http://www.com.univ-mrs.fr/IRD/cyano http://www.larkumnet.freeserve.co.uk/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral trade Date: Fri, 6 Dec 2002 08:14:15 -0500 From: "Ruby Moothien Pillay" To: Dear coral list, I know of a company eagerly wishing to take coral fragments (all species) from the wild and grow them for the export market. Any comments? Examples of such activity elsewhere? Does it work without too much impacting on the reef? Thanks Ruby Moothien Pillay Project Officer Mauritius Oceanography Institute 4th floor, France Centre, Victoria Avenue Quatre Bornes, Mauritius Tel:+427 4434 Fax: +427 4433 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: coral-list-digest V7 #99 Date: Fri, 6 Dec 2002 10:27:23 -0500 From: Jack Sobel To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov The announcement of the new CHAMP Coral Disease Web-site and NOAA Fisheries publication of Andrew Bruckner's "Priorities for Effective Management of Coral Reef Diseases" caught my eye and I was able to locate both. I gave both a quick look and they appear very worthwhile, but raised a question in my mind. Both the site's coverage (below) and the report's coverage of Environment and Coral Diseases seemed to recognize the potential linkage between anthropogenic impacts/decline in environmental quality (especially water quality) and coral disease, list a number of potential water quality stressors that may be responsible and state limited data to support these, but fail to raise fishing or overfishing impacts as having similar potential linkages to coral disease outbreaks, although these too have been suggested in published literature. Shouldn't this potential linkage also be a priority for research....especially for a fisheries agency? If fishing impacts are connected to coral disease outbreaks, either independently of or synergistically with water quality, data may remain limited until they are investigated. >From CHAMP Coral Disease Site: Environment and Coral Diseases One of the most important, yet least understood, aspects of coral disease is the relationship between disease incidence and the environment. While it has been suggested that the recent increase in coral diseases is associated with a decline in reef environmental quality, very little quantitative work has been carried out in this area. We now know that five coral diseases are positively correlated with high water temperature - these are bacterial bleaching, black band disease, plague, aspergillosis and dark spots disease. Nutrient (sewage) input, sedimentation, and runoff have all been cited as correlated with disease incidence, however in almost all of these reports no data are provided. Only two quantitative studies to date have revealed statistical relationships between water quality factors and disease prevalence. Kim and Harvell (2002) demonstrated positive correlations between the prevalence of aspergillosis and both elevated dissolved inorganic nitrogen and slightly lower water clarity. Kuta and Richardson (in press) found that black band disease incidence was correlated with elevated concentrations of nitrite (and lower concentrations of soluble reactive phosphate). This research area is critical. A. Bruckner's Disease Manuscript link ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2002 08:23:16 -0500 From: "Andy Bruckner" Subject: MANAGEMENT OF CORAL DISEASES Dear Coral List Readers, NOAA Fisheries has published a NOAA Technical Memorandum on coral diseases entitled "Priorities for Effective Management of Coral Diseases". This paper was originally developed as a white paper was for the Coral Disease and Health Consortium workshop held in Charleston last January, and it is also available as a PDF file on the new CHAMP coral disease website (http://www.coral.noaa.gov/coral_disease). The paper summarizes much of the available information on coral disease epizootiology, including a compilation of all disease names that have appeared in the literature, information on the distribution and prevalence of the major coral diseases affecting Western Atlantic coral reefs, rates of tissue loss reported for these coral diseases and monitoring approaches that have been used to study disease epizootiology. The paper is divided into two sections: 1) Key priorities for effective management; and 2) proposed strategies to address management needs for coral diseases. Each of these sections is broken down into seven major themes: 1) Early warning systems 2) The spatial distribution and temporal variations of coral disease outbreaks 3) Relationships with environmental factors, anthropogenic stresses and natural disturbances 4) Standardized nomenclature to describe, identify and differentiate diseases 5) Factors that facilitate the occurrence, spread and transmission of pathogens 6) Effects on population dynamics, community structure and ecosystem function 7) Measures to mitigate disease impacts Anyone that is interested in receiving a hard copy of the paper please contact : Andy Bruckner NOAA/NMFS Office of Protected Resources 1315 East West Highway Silver Spring, MD 20910 andy.bruckner@noaa.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ------------------------------ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral trade (cont) Date: Fri, 6 Dec 2002 11:59:09 -0500 From: "Ruby Moothien Pillay" To: Dear Coral list Iam getting quite a lot of response from my posting on the coral trade issue. I am so very concerned because Mauritius was one of the few islands in the Indian Ocean that was mildly affected by the 1998 bleaching event. If such kind of trade is now going to have huge impacts on the corals, then not only the corals are going to be more susceptible to all sorts of environmental perturbations , but would also no longer be a potential source of larval supply to the region (if Mauritius still escapes future bleaching episodes as it did last time). Iam told that CITES does not permit trade in corals, so does this mean that such kind of trade does not exist any where else in the world ? Ruby Moothien Pillay Project Officer Mauritius Oceanography Institute=20 4th floor, France Centre, Victoria Avenue Quatre Bornes, Mauritius=20 Tel:+427 4434 Fax: +427 4433 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Central Pacific Coral Reef Sounds Date: Fri, 06 Dec 2002 14:01:38 -1000 From: "Andy Collins" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Aloha All, I am looking for underwater recordings of Central Pacific coral reefs. Preferrably on good recording media, without scuba or other external sounds. Basically the ambient sound of the reef, that kind of static cacophany most of you probably are well familiar with. If anyone has recordings of this please contact me, we are looking to use this material in a Coral Reef Learning Center we are building in Hilo, Hawai`i. Thanks, -- Andy Collins Education and Outreach Coordinator/Webmaster NOAA/NOS Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve 6700 Kalaniana'ole Hwy. # 215 Honolulu, HI 96825 --------------------------- Ph: (808)397-2659 Cell (808)347-8144 Fx: (808)397-2662 http://hawaiireef.noaa.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: coral farms Date: Fri, 6 Dec 2002 21:03:16 -0500 From: "Janet Ley" To: Ruby & coralisters, There was a demonstration coral farm set up in the Philippines, and = a small book has been written about it. It seems to me that the growing = should be good enough that after first getting fragments from the wild, they don't have = to keep taking more from the wild. Because that would be a coral fishery = in disguise, not a coral farm. One problem is that any transplanting = always has a proportion of colonies die. Anyhow, the reference to the booklet = is: Heeger T, Sotto F (2000) Coral Farming: a tool for reef rehabilitation = and community ecotourism. German Ministry of Environment. 94 pages. CITIES doesn't forbid trade in corals, mainly because individual = coral species are by and large not endangered (reefs are, not most coral = species, at least not yet). So for instance, Indonesia exports hundreds of tons of corals per year for use in = aquariums in the US and Europe. However, CITIES permits are required from the = governments of both exporting and importing countries. The idea was to support governments = in their attempts to control the trade and keep it from destroying reefs. If coral farms work as they are intended, they should be able to not = take anything but starting stock from the reefs, and even produce corals to re-plant damaged reefs with. As to whether anyone has been able to do = that, that may be an open question. An alternative for coral farming might be to put out objects such as tiles or artificial reefs for coral larvae to settle on, then move them = to the farm. This would require no damage to existing corals and would add to the total living corals, but would require more time and one could not pick which species would settle. A related strategy would be to harvest from the = artificial reefs. There is also the possiblity of using spawn slicks to = provide large numbers of larvae, if there is mass spawning and spawn slicks can = be found. -Doug Fenner Australian Institute of Marine Science ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Coral trade Date: Fri, 6 Dec 2002 16:08:58 -1100 From: "mikerking" To: "Ruby Moothien Pillay" , Ruby Have them give me a call at CORL's USA office 616-363-6991 our web site is www.corl.org We help many coral farms to get started and have been developing a program that uses the marine ornamental industry to pay for reef recovery projects and would be glad to lend them a hand if possable. Michael R. King Director of CORL The Coalition of Reef Lovers ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ruby Moothien Pillay" To: Sent: Friday, December 06, 2002 2:14 AM Subject: Coral trade > Dear coral list, > > I know of a company eagerly wishing to take coral fragments (all > species) from the wild and grow them for the export market. Any > comments? Examples of such activity elsewhere? Does it work without > too much impacting on the reef? > > Thanks > > Ruby Moothien Pillay > Project Officer > Mauritius Oceanography Institute > 4th floor, France Centre, Victoria Avenue > Quatre Bornes, Mauritius > Tel:+427 4434 Fax: +427 4433 > ~~~~~~~ > For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the > digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Date: Sat, 7 Dec 2002 08:52:53 -0500 From: "Mike Risk" To: "Janet Ley" Subject: Re: coral farms Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list There are coral farms and coral culture schemes all over the world now. I worked with an ADB team in Indonesia on the COREMAP project in 1995. When we worked out the economics of coral farming as an alternative employment scheme for migratory tribes like the Bugis and Badjo, we estimated that the rate of return on investment from a properly-run farm (larvae on tiles) was 50% per annum. This is somewhat better than the North American stock market has done, in recent times... All the more reason to shut down illegal wild-harvesting. All the Indonesian trade is illegal-plus ca change. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Volunteer needed Date: Sun, 8 Dec 2002 15:04:23 -0500 From: "David Zakai" To: Israel Nature & Parks Authority and the InterUniversity Institute for Marine Sciences in Eilat are seeking for a volunteer to work on a coral reproduction project and conservation. The project is involved maintenance and measurements of coral reproduction output in the lab and field (Northern Red-Sea/Gulf of Aqaba). Qualifications needed: Diving license with good buoyancy skills Basic technical skills Accuracy and diligence The project is for 6 months period starting from end of December 2002 beginning of January 2003. We cover: dormitory housing, insurance and transportation during the work time. We do not cover: Airfare in and out from Eilat or Israel and meals. Academic internship credit is possible. Please send your CV via email to D. Zakai dudu.zakai@nature-parks.org.il ASAP. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: economic valuation coral reefs Date: Mon, 9 Dec 2002 10:59:32 -0500 From: Herman Cesar To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear coral listers, I am currently putting together a data-base with all the economic valuation studies on coral reefs. Below is a list of all the articles we have collected so far. If you know of any other article, please let me know. We will eventually put the data-base on the web (www.ceec.nl). I am working with Bob Leeworthy at NOAA who has already a similar data-base on the web (www.marineeconomics.noaa.gov/Reefs/reeflit1.html ) and who will expand this database also based on this coral-list request. Here is the list. Thanks for any additions (please send to herman.cesar@ivm.vu.nl). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Arin, T. (1998), Estimating the Tourist Demand……… 2 Attzs, M. ( 2001), Economics and Coral Reef……….. 3 Bappenas (1996), Recreation values of tourists……….. 4 Barbier, E.B. (2000) The values of wetlands: ……… 5 Bell, Bonn, Leeworthy (1998) Economic Impact and Importance ……… 6 Berg, H.; Ohman, M.C. et al. (1998) Environmental Economics of Coral …….. 7 Brock, R.E. (1994) Beyond fisheries enhancement: ……. 8 Brown, N. A. (1995) Revenue Generation for Marine ……… 9 Bunce, L. Gustavson, K. R. (1998) Coral Reef Valuation: A Rapid ……….. 10 Bunce, L, Gustavson, K., et al. (1999) The Human Side of Reef Management:.. 11 Car, L.//Mendelsohn, R. (2001) Valuing coral reefs: A travel cost ………. 12 Cartier, C. Ruitenbeek, J. (2000) Montego Bay Pharmaceutical ……… 13 Cesar, Herman (1996) Economic Analysis of Indonesian…….. 14 Davis, Derrin; Tisdell, Clem (1995) Recreational scuba diving …… 15 Davis, Derrin; Tisdell, Clem (1996) Economic Management of ……… 16 Davis, Derrin; et al. (1995) Scuba divers, economics, ecology……. 17 de Groot, R.S. (1992) Functions of nature: evaluation of ……… 18 Dharmaratne, Gerard., Brathwaite, A.E. (1998) Economic valuation of the coastline… 19 Dixon, J. A., Scura, L. F., van't Hof, T. (1993) Meeting Ecological and Economic… 20 Dixon, J. A. (1993) Economic Benefits of Marine Prot….. 21 Dixon, J.A.; Scura, L.F., et al.an't Hof (1995) "Ecology and Microeconomics as…. 22 Downie, D.L. et al. (1996) Protecting coral reefs in Aqaba: …. 23 Driml, S. (1999) Dollar Values and Trends of Major …. 24 Driml, Sally. (1994) Protection for Profit: Economic …. 25 English, D. B. K., Kriesel, et al. (1996) Economic Contribution of Recreation.. 26 Farrow, Scott (1996) Marine protected areas: emerging … 27 Fernandes (1995) Integrating economic, environmental …. 28 Font, Antoni Riera (2000) "Mass Tourism and the Demand … 29 GEF/UNDP/IMO (1999) Total economic valuation: coastal … 30 Goodman, S.L.,Seabrooke, W., et al. (1998) Considering Conservation Value in … 30a Graham, T. (1998) The Value of Diving and the Impact of Coral bleaching...... 31 Gustavson, K. R. (2001) Economic Production from the … 32 Gustavson, K.R. (1998) Values Associated with the Local … 33 Gustavson, K., Richard, M. H., et al. (2000) Integrated Coastal Zone ….. 34 Hatcher, A.I., Wright,G.D.,Hatcher, B.G. (1990) Resolving the conflict between …. 35 Hawkins, J.P.//Roberts, C.M. (1993) Effects of recreational scuba diving…. 36 Hoagland et al. (1995) A methodological review of net … 37 Hodgson, G.//Dixon, J. (1988) Logging Versus Fisheries and …. 38 Hodgson, Gregor and Dixon, John A. (1992) "Sedimentation Damage to Marine …. 39 Hundloe, T.A, Vanclay, F.M., Carter, M. (1987) Economic and Socio-Economic …. 40 Hundloe, Tor (1990) Measuring the Value of the Great …. 41 Johns, G. M, Leeworthy, V. R. et al. (2001) Socioeconomic Study of Reefs in … 42 King, Kenneth//Giesen, Wim (1997) Incremental costs of wetland …. 43 King, Oliver (1995) Esimating the value of marine …. 44 Kinhill Economics (1997) Dollar Values and Trends of Major …. 45 Leeworthy, V. R.Vanasse, P. (1999) Economic Contribution of …. 46 Leeworthy, V. R. Wiley, P. C. (1997) A Socioeconomic Analysis of the …. 47 Leeworthy, V. R. Wiley, P. C. (2000) Proposed Tortugas 2000 …. 48 Leeworthy, V. R.//Wiley, P. C. (1996) Importance and satisfaction ratings …. 49 Leeworthy, Vernon R. (1991) Recreational Use Value for John …. 50 Leeworthy, Vernon R. Bowker, J. M. (1997) Nonmarket Economic User Values…. 51 Lipton, D. W.Wellman, K. F. (1995) Economic valuation of natural …. 52 Mathieu, L. (1998) The economic value of marine …. 53 McAllister, Don E. (1988) Environmental, Economic and …. 54 McClanahan (1999) Is there a future for coral reef…. 55 McManus, JW (1992) Social and Economic Aspects …. 56 McManus, JW (?) Future Prospects for Artificial …. 57 Medio, D.,Ormond, R.,Pearson, M. (?) Effect of briefings on rates of …. 58 Moberg, F.; Folke, C. (1999) "Ecological Goods and Services…. 59 Moncur, J.E.T. (?) The value of recreation areas… 60 Ngazy, Z.M. et al. (2001) Recreational coral bleaching and the … 61 Othman, J. (2001) Estimating the recreational benefits…. 62 Peachy, A. (1998) An economic analysis of water…. 63 Pendleton, L.H. (1995) Valuing coral reef protection 64 Pet, J.S. et al. (1997) Catch, effort and sampling strategies … 65 Pet-Soede, C., H.Cesar, J.S. Pet (1999) An economic analysis of bla st fishing… 66 Pham, K.N.//Tran, T.H.S. (2001) Analysis of the recreational value of… 67 Polunin, N.V.C, C.M. Roberts (1993) Greater biomass and value of target…. 68 Rijsberman, F. Westmacott, S. (2000) Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Coral …. 69 Riopelle, Mark (1995) The Economic Valuation of Coral …. 70 Rudd, M.A. Tupper, M.H. (2002) The impact of Nassau Grouper size…. 71 Rudd, M.A. (2001) The non-extractive economic value…. 72 Rudd, M.A. et al. (?) Are marine protected areas in the …. 73 Ruitenbeek, J. et al. (?) Interventions for coral reef…. 74 Ruitenbeek, J. et al. (1999) Optimization of economic policies…. 75 Sawyer, D. (1992) Taka Bone Rate: Management, … 76 SeenPrachawong, U. (2001) An economic analysis of coral … 77 SeenPrachawong, U. (?) Putting a price on paradise:… 78 Spash, Clive, et al. (2000) Lexicographic Preferences and … 79 Spurgeon, James P. G. (1992) The Economic Valuation of Coral Reefs 80 Spurgeon, James P. G. (1998) The socio-economic costs and…. 81 Stoll, John R. Ditton, Robert B. (2002) Sport Diving and It's Economic…. 82 Subade, R.F. and W.L. Campos (1999) Valuation of coral reef systems: …. 83 Sudara, S. et al. (?) Tourism for economic gain in the …. 84 Tabata, R.S. Reynolds, E. (1995) Hawaii's recreational dive industry:…. 85 Usher, Gramham (1997) How much are Indonesia's reefs worth? 86 Vogt, H. (?) The economic benefits of tourism …. 87 Weber et al. (1996) Managing a coral reef ecosystem in …. 88 Westmacott, S//Rijsberman, F. (2000) Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Coral …. 89 White, Alan T., Barker, et al. (1997) Using Integrated Coastal Management… 90 White, A.T.; Vogt, H.P. et al. (2000) "Philippine Coral Reefs Under Threat:… 91 White, Alan (1989)Two community-based marine…. 92 White, Alan (1987) Coral Reefs: Valuable resources…. 93 Wilkinson et al. (1999) Ecological and socio-economic… 94 Wright, Matthew G. (1994) "An Economic Analysis of Coral …. 95 Yeo, B.H. (2001) The recreational benefits of coral…. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Best regards, Herman Cesar ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: The Three Screen Doors Date: Mon, 9 Dec 2002 13:14:42 -0500 From: Stephen C Jameson To: Dear Coral-Listers, Just a note to let you know the article: Jameson SC, Tupper MH, Ridley J (2002) The three screen doors: can marine "protected" areas be effective? Marine Pollution Bulletin 44(11):1177-1183. is now out in the November issue of the Marine Pollution Bulletin. If you would like a reprint or PDF version via email please let me know. Abstract The great majority of marine protected areas (MPAs) fail to meet their management objectives. So MPAs can be effective conservation tools, we recommend two paradigm shifts, the first related to how they are located and the second related to how they are managed. MPAs are unlikely to be effective if they are located in areas that are subject to numerous, and often uncontrollable, external stressors from atmospheric, terrestrial, and oceanic sources, all of which can degrade the environment and compromise protection. MPA effectiveness is also limited by low institutional and community capacity for management and inappropriate size with respect to ecological needs. In particular, the check list approach to management does not ensure that key threats are dealt with, or that management expenditures provide a quantifiable return. We recommend a business planning approach to MPA management, in which managers focus on the viability of the management system, i.e. the ability of the MPA to provide ecological goods and services to its target users over the long term. Best regards, Dr. Stephen C. Jameson, President Coral Seas Inc. - Integrated Coastal Zone Management 4254 Hungry Run Road, The Plains, VA 20198-1715 USA Office: 703-754-8690, Fax: 703-754-9139 Email: sjameson@coralseas.com Web Site: www.coralseas.com ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Course Announcement Date: Tue, 10 Dec 2002 10:38:35 -0500 From: Erich Mueller To: Coral List Advanced Courses in Tropical Marine Sciences Mote Marine Laboratory's Center for Tropical Research 12-20 July, 2003 The following course is being offered for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Working professionals desiring to gain current information in these topic areas are also encouraged to apply. The course will be limited to 12 students. ************************************************************************* Diseases of Corals and Other Reef Organisms Esther C. Peters, Ph.D., Tetra Tech, Inc. Robert B. Jonas, Ph.D.George Mason University Description: During the last two decades, the potential for severe impacts to coral reef populations and communities from the effects of various diseases has been recognized. Diseases have been described affecting corals, fish, coralline algae, and sea urchins, sometimes with wide-ranging effects. This course will introduce students to the field of pathobiology of marine organisms. The focus of lectures, dives and laboratory sessions will be on diseases affecting hard corals, but information will also be presented on diseases of other reef organisms. Methods of studying diseases will include collection of field monitoring data and physiological, histological and microbiological techniques. The course will provide students with a state-of-the-art overview of reef pathobiology, experience with relevant techniques, and an understanding of the need for a multidisciplinary approach to its study. Prerequisites: College level biology courses and SCUBA certification are required. Divers must meet AAUS standards for "Diver-in-Training" status. This includes medical clearance, completion of forms and acceptance by the Mote Marine Laboratory Diving Safety Officer. Divers coming from AAUS institutions will need a letter of reciprocity from their Dive Safety Officer attesting to their dive status. All divers will have an in-water check-out prior to final approval for course diving. Courses in invertebrate zoology, microbiology, ecology, chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, histology or marine sciences will be very helpful. Credit: Mote Marine Laboratory does not offer credit, however, it may be possible to arrange credit through your home institution for directed studies, research courses, etc. Consult your faculty advisor. It is also possible to obtain 3 credit hours from George Mason University, Fairfax, VA. For information on credit requirements, contact Dr. Peters (epeters2@gmu.edu) and contact Dr. Jonas (rjonas@gmu.edu)concerning registration procedures and tuition fees. Costs: The course fee of $1,100.00 US includes all course materials, accommodations, meals (dinner, 7/12 through breakfast on 7/20), SCUBA costs and weights. Participants should provide mask, fins and snorkel and, if diving, their own regulator, BCD and weight belt (rentals can be arranged if required). Key Dates 28 March, 2003 Application receipt deadline. 18 April, 2003 Email notification of acceptance and packets, including dive forms, mailed out. 2 May, 2003 Deposit ($300.00) receipt date. 13 June, 2003 Last day to withdraw with deposit refund. Balance and dive forms due. 12 July, 2003 Course starts. The application form may be printed (or copied and emailed) from our Website: http://www.mote.org/~emueller/ctrhome.phtml For more information or to submit applications, contact: Course Director email: ctr-info@mote.org Mote Marine Laboratory Center for Tropical Research 24244 Overseas Highway Summerland Key, FL 33042 <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Erich Mueller, Ph.D., Director Phone: (305) 745-2729 Mote Marine Laboratory FAX: (305) 745-2730 Center for Tropical Research Email: emueller@mote.org 24244 Overseas Highway (US 1) Summerland Key, FL 33042 Center Website-> http://www.mote.org/~emueller/CTRHome.phtml Mote Marine Laboratory Website-> http://www.mote.org Remarks are personal opinion and do not reflect institutional policy unless so indicated. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Request for Photographs Date: Tue, 10 Dec 2002 11:22:13 -0500 From: To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov We would be very grateful for any photographs on the following topics. We are developing some public information materials for distribution to our member dive centres so we would require permission by you to use these photos. If you could attach low resolution images to an email and then at a later date perhaps we could arrange transfer of a larger file or negatives. Of course we would credit any pictures used. Thanks in advance Underwater pictures of snorkellers trampling on the reef or walking over the reef table. Pictures of Reef Fish and Invertebrates for Sale Pictures of reef curios for sale Beaches or underwater scene strewn with plastic rubbish A beach or underwater clean-up group Anchors on the reef A cut open shark stuffed with plastic bags A turtle eating a plastic bag Any other amazing images you want exposure for. William Templeman The Moonwrasse Programme ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral mining in Okinawa, Japan Date: Thu, 12 Dec 2002 10:34:17 -0500 From: Anita Daley To: Hello Listers, I am wondering if anyone has any environmental impact data on harvesting coral from "above the sea" in Okinawa, Japan (also known as Sango Coral). More specifically, I am wondering if the process of mining coral calcium from dead coral (that is harvested from the land) harms the living reefs. Data on the process of vacuuming broken off coral from the ground around live reefs (below water) would be great as well. There are a lot of coral calcium retailer web sites that say this vacuuming process is actually good for the reef, helping the reefs "grow faster" but I'm picturing sediment issues, disturbance of habitat and other potential side effects of this vacuuming. I know the topic of coral mining went around a while ago and my apologies if this is a revisited subject. Any leads and/or contacts would be much appreciated. Thanks, Anita Daley Ps- the Status of Coral Reefs of the World: 2002 was just released. Here's the link: ___________________________________________________________ Anita Daley International Coral Reef Information Network (ICRIN) Manager The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) 417 Montgomery Street, Suite 205 San Francisco, California 94104 USA Tel: (415) 834-0900, ext. 313 Fax: (415) 834-0999 "Working together to keep coral reefs alive." CORAL site ICRIN site: ___________________________________________________________ Have you updated your organization's information in our on-line "International Directory of Coral Reef Organizations" database? Please do! This is a free resource for non profit groups, scientists, international institutions/agencies, funders and educators who work on coral reef (and related ecosystems) issues. Please visit: http://directory.coralreef.org/ ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Oil rigs produce fish, coral, live rock, and endangered species Date: Fri, 13 Dec 2002 08:09:45 -0500 From: "stevekolian" To: habitat Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list Dear Listers, We collected still photos from videos filmed below offshore oil and gas = platforms in Gulf of Mexico and put them on the website below. The = videos contain many interesting events. We tried to pick some still = photos from the video that represent our findings. Someday we'll post = the videos on the site.=20 http://www.towersoflife.com/ecorigs The photos demonstrate that coral, protected invertebrates, ~30 species = of federally managed fish, and endangered sea turtles colonize offshore = platforms in significant numbers. We have recorded 7 species of = Damselfish Pomacentridae which are laying eggs on the platforms and = because of the location of the platforms, the fish rely on the = artificial structures for the duration of the lives. We are observing a = large and diverse community of Caribbean fish and invertebrates. The interesting point is that there are no natural reef recruitment = areas near the platforms on film. They exist on thousands of sq miles of = turbid ocean floor. Its possible that larvae may drift to the platforms = from the Flower Gardens, however it is unlikely that adult obligatory = reef species are traveling 50-100 km to these platforms.=20 We are finding that platforms are serving as a surrogate nesting grounds = to the drifting larvae of several species of Wrasse Labridae, = Parrotfishes Scaridae, Butterflyfish Chaetodontidae, Anglefish = Pomacanthidae, and Surgeonfish Acanthuridae. We are recording = post-larval, juveniles, and large populations of adults. There is much more, please take a look and click on http:// www.towersoflife.com/ecorigs If you have any questions or you see any mistakes, please inform me by = email: Best Regards, Steve Kolian Environmental Scientist Rm 5514 Louisiana Dept of Environmental Quality P.O. Box 82178=20 Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70884-2178 225-765-0339 work 225-292-9514 home steve_k@deq.state.la.us stevekolian@cox.net ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: NOAA Economic Statistics Book link Date: Fri, 13 Dec 2002 09:53:16 -0500 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Greetings, I thought you'd be interested in looking at the following publication, the NOAA Economic Statistics Book, which has many useful statistics that you can use in your research and publications: http://www.publicaffairs.noaa.gov/worldsummit/pdfs/economicstats.pdf Cheers, Jim ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: coral reef courses announcement Date: Fri, 13 Dec 2002 12:14:35 -0500 From: Richard Zingmark To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov ANNOUNCEMENT! CORAL REEF FIELD COURSES OFFERED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA SUMMER SESSION 1 (JUNE 3 - JULY 3, 2003) MARINE SCIENCE (BIOLOGY) 577 - Ecology of Coral Reefs (4 hours) Dick Zingmark, Professor (Prerequisite: consent of instructor). Structure, productivity, biological diversity, and geographic distribution of coral reef, seagrass, and mangrove communities, with emphasis on their sensitivity, stability, and sustainability. Five lecture hours per week plus daily field-laboratory exercises. MARINE SCIENCE 585 - Coastal Tropical Oceanography (4 hours) Bjorn Kjerfve, Professor (Prerequisite: consent of instructor). Descriptive oceanography of mangrove and coral reef coasts with emphasis on physical processes. WANT A DIFFERENT KIND OF SUMMER SCHOOL EXPERIENCE? HOW ABOUT A 8 HOURS OF MAJOR CREDIT COURSES THAT COMBINE CLASSROOM LECTURES WITH FIELD LABORATORY AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCES AT A PREMIER CARIBBEAN REEF LOCATION? SUCH EXPERIENCES ARE POSSIBLE, IF YOU REGISTER FOR BIOL OR MSCI 577 AND MSCI 585 DURING SUMMER 1. LECTURES WILL BE GIVEN ON CAMPUS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA, COLUMBIA FOR 2 WEEKS, FOLLOWED BY A 2 WEEK FIELD TRIP TO AKUMAL, MEXICO (YUCATAN PENNINSULA). COSTS: The cost for enrollment in this program is expected to be $1,500 plus University of South Carolina tuition and laboratory/technology fees. The course fee covers round trip air travel from Columbia, local transportation, room, board, diving and other course expenses at our destination. All USC students, regardless of which campus they normally attend, must register for these summer courses through the Columbia campus. Currently, summer tuition for undergraduates at USC-Columbia is $178 per credit hour for residents of South Carolina, $457 per credit hour for non-residents and $244 per credit hour for non-resident scholarship recipient. Current tuition for resident and non-resident graduate students is $209 and $443 per credit hour respectively, and a total per semester cost of $389 for graduate assistants. An additional $41 will be assessed each student for each course to cover mandatory USC laboratory and technology fees. SCUBA AND SNORKELING OPPORTUNITIES: SCUBA diving and snorkeling opportunities will be part of the field experience. SCUBA certification is required for diving but is not a prerequisite for nor a requirement of the courses. Students interested in diving are urged to complete an approved SCUBA certification course prior to 1 June. Each snorkeling participant is expected to bring a mask, snorkel, fins, and snorkeling vest. SCUBA participants must bring the above items plus regulator, buoyancy compensator (BCD) weight belt, depth gauge, and underwater watch. Tanks, backpacks, and weights are furnished. APPLICATION: Participation in these courses is limited to 18 students; thus, early application is urged. A check deposit of $500 must accompany applications due on Friday, February 14, 2003. Space in the courses cannot be guaranteed to late applicants, although late applications will be considered until spaces are filled. Checks should be made payable to the University of South Carolina and mailed/given to Ms Shannon Gilbert, Marine Science Program, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208. Deposits will be refunded if the course is canceled for some unlikely, unforeseen reason. Deposits are otherwise not refundable if a student at a later date decides not to enroll in the courses. The $1,000 balance of the enrollment fee is due on or before 3 May. In the unlikely event that air fares or other field fees increase significantly before our departure, a surcharge may be added. Tuition and lab fees will be billed separately by the Office of Records and Registration at the University of South Carolina. Surplus funds remaining after course expenditures are satisfied will be used to subsidize future coral reef courses. FURTHER INFORMATION: Contact Dr. Richard Zingmark at (803) 777-4873, his office (EWS 601), or zingmark@sc.edu , or Dr. Bjorn Kjerfve at (803) 777-2572, his office (EWS 508), or bjorn@msci.sc.edu WEB SITE: http://www.msci.sc.edu/Classes/SumI2003.asp ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: White plague pathogen is a new genus Date: Fri, 13 Dec 2002 14:01:10 -0500 From: Laurie Richardson To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov > Dear coral listers - for those interested in coral diseases, we have > a new paper out in IJSEM (International Journal of Systematic and > Evolutionary Microbiology) in which we describe the pathogen of white > plague as a new bacterial genus (and species). The link (from the > IJSEM homepage, and fully citeable) is below. Please note that the > pathogen, described earlier as "most closely related to the genus > Sphingomonas", has now been fully characterized and is formally called > Aurantimonas coralicida. Laurie Richardson > Aurantimonas coralicida gen. nov., sp. nov., the causative agent of > white plague type II on Caribbean scleractinian corals, by E. B. M. > Denner, G. Smith, H.-J. Busse, P. Schumann, T. Narzt, S. W. Polson, W. > Lubitz & L. L. Richardson. IJSEM Papers in Press, published online 13 > December 2002. DOI 10.1099/ijs.0.02359-0 > ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Coral Tissue Slide Reading Workshop Date: Sat, 14 Dec 2002 10:52:56 -0500 From: McCarty and Peters To: Coral Reef List Server Dear All, A 3-day workshop on reading histoslides of coral tissues will be presented following the course "Diseases of Corals and Other Reef Organisms." The workshop will be held at Mote Marine Laboratory's Center for Tropical Research (CTR), Summerland Key, Florida. It will begin on Monday, July 21, and end on Wednesday, July 23, 2003. These dates were selected to accommodate travel plans for those who might be attending the 7th International Conference on Coelenterate Biology (July 7-11) and the disease course (July 12-20), although slight shifts in scheduling might be possible. Based on availability of microscopes, at this time the session is limited to five participants. Students attending the disease course will be accepted first, then others. Lecture and slide-reading sessions will alternate, to cover the following topics: Introduction to histology and histopathology Techniques for the preparation of coral tissues for light and electron microscopic examination Coral anatomy and histology Histopathology of diseased corals Participants are encouraged to bring their own histoslides for discussion. Scleractinian corals will be the primary focus, but other tropical cnidarian groups could also be discussed. Cost of the workshop will be $460 for professionals and $320 for students (includes instructor fee, materials, CTR daily lab fee). Rooms will be available at CTR for an additional $30 per night plus taxes. The participant will be responsible for paying for all meals and travel expenses to/from CTR. Please let me know if you would like to participate in this workshop. (DO NOT REPLY TO THE CORAL-LIST, send to: mccarty_and_peters@compuserve.com) Esther Peters, Ph.D. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Aquarium Trade Monitoring at ITMEMS 2 Date: Mon, 16 Dec 2002 13:19:18 -0500 From: Craig Shuman To: coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, The recent postponement of ITMEMS 2 till March has given us the opportunity to change the session previously entitle "Collection Fisheries" to one that is focused exclusively on monitoring for the marine aquarium trade. We would like to use this opportunity to discuss the monitoring program that has been developed for MAC certification and how it is being applied to ensure the sustainable extraction of marine ornamentals. We welcome all interested parties to take part in this session as we feel there is much to be learned from the international application of the monitoring methods. Please let me know if you are interested in participating in this case study so I can make the appropriate arrangements with the ITMEMS 2 organizing committee. In addition, please help distribute this message to other interested parties. Thank you, Craig Shuman <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Craig Shuman Reef Check Scientist Reef Check-UCLA Institute of the Environment 1362 Hershey Hall Box 95-1496 University of California at Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90095-1496 USA Tel: 310-869-6574 Fax: 310-825-0758 Email: cshuman@ucla.edu Web: www.ReefCheck.org --===================== ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Tropical Biology Summer Field Course Date: Tue, 17 Dec 2002 11:07:47 -0500 From: Norman Quinn To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I would like to invite list members wishing to learn more about tropical invertebrates to consider participating in the course offered below. The course is a 2nd year university level course. Tropical Marine Invertebrate Biology Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory University of the West Indies 29 June - 14 July 2003 Faculty: Prof. Peter F. Newell, Former Head of Dept of Biology, University of the South Pacific Dr. Barbara L. Kojis, Division of Fish and Wildlife, Virgin Islands Dr. Norman J. Quinn, Discovery Bay Marine Lab, University of the West Indies Dr. George F. Warner, Center for Marine Science, University of the West Indies Course Aims: To increase students' knowledge of the biology and biodiversity of marine invertebrate animals and of methodologies for marine biological fieldwork through intensive, direct experience. At the end of the course the students will be able to identify marine species within a range of invertebrate phyla. They will understand aspects of the biological relationships between these species and their environments and will be able to apply field and laboratory techniques to study these relationships. They will become proficient at scientific record keeping. Instruction by a widely experienced faculty will be by extensive fieldwork, lectures, and laboratory practicals. This is a 4 credit 2nd year University of the West Indies course and may be transferable to other universities. Application: The course is open to undergraduates and graduates who have taken at least one year of biology - invertebrate zoology and ecology are recommended. All students must be confident of their swimming skills. Students with scuba certification are encouraged to enroll and will be able to utilize those skills in field activities. Applications should include a cover letter with a paragraph describing why you are interested in the course, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation. Applications will be reviewed on 20 April 2003. Late applications will be considered if space permits. Applications may either be sent by post or email. Scholarships are available to assist those who have trouble meeting the full tuition fees. Facilities: The Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory is a research and teaching institution of the University of the West Indies, ideally located for studies of coral reef environments. It has easy access to a shallow-water lagoon, rocky shores, shallow and deep coral reefs and fossil Pleistocene coral reefs. Diving equipment includes scuba tanks, several boats, compressors, a double lock hyperbaric chamber, digital imaging lab, wet lab, several dry labs, library and workshops. Accommodations include a 10 room dormitory and apartment block. Research space is available to investigators, students and courses from other institutions. For details of fees and space availability contact: Norman J. Quinn, Ph.D. Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory PO Box 35 Discovery Bay, St. Ann Jamaica phone + (876) 973-2241 fax +(876) 973-3091 replay nquinn@uwimona.edu.jm ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Contact information for Cruz Matos Date: Tue, 17 Dec 2002 11:49:25 -0500 From: "Lindsey C Williams" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello- I am currently trying to track down an address for Cruz Matos, one of the authors of the Puerto Rico report in The State of Coral Reef Ecosystems of the US and Pacific Freely Associated States: 2002. I seem to have exhausted all my leads so far. Please contact me if you have a mailing address or an e-mail address. Thank you for your help. Best, Lindsey Lindsey Williams Coral Reef Conservation Program NOAA's National Ocean Service Lindsey.C.Williams@noaa.gov ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: pelagic larval durations of reef fish Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2002 07:54:34 -0500 From: "Mark Tupper" To: , "Scientific forum on fish and fisheries" Apologies for cross-postings. Dear Listers, I am looking for information on pelagic larval durations for the following species. Due to the passage of Supertyphoon Pongsona, our library is currently closed, so any information you could provide would be most helpful. Mulloidichthys flavolineatus Parupeneus multifasciatus Acanthurus lineatus Acanthurus triostegus Naso lituratus Also, if anyone has any information on the fecundity of the two goatfishes, that would be useful as well. Thanks for your time, Mark Tupper Dr. Mark Tupper, Assistant Professor Chair, Graduate Program in Biology University of Guam Marine Laboratory UOG Station, Mangilao, Guam 96923, USA tel (671) 735-2185; fax (671) 734-6767 http://www.uog.edu/marinelab/tupper.html Coordinator, Marine Protected Areas Research Group http://www.uog.edu/marinelab/mpa/index.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Land-Based Sources of Pollution Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2002 11:38:30 -0500 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Listers, At the 8th Meeting of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF), October 2-3, 2002 (San Juan, Puerto Rico), the USCRTF adopted seven resolutions (see http://coralreef.gov/dec2002.cfm), the first of which was "Improving Procedures of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force." Realizing that one of the procedures was a need to prioritize the 13 goals originally stipulated in the Coral Reef National Action Plan (see http://coralreef.gov/CRTFAxnPlan9.PDF), they decided the following areas should be endorsed as Focus Areas for 2003-2006: a. Land-based Sources of Pollution b. Overfishing c. Lack of Public Awareness (focus on user groups) d. Recreational Overuse and Misuse e-1. Climate Change and Coral Bleaching, and e-2. Disease Considering more than half of the U.S. population (141 million people) resides within 50 miles of a coast*, it is obvious that "Land-based Sources of Pollution" is well-placed in this list. As informed and concientious researchers and protectors of the coral reef environment, I am hoping that you can help to better identify these land-based sources of pollution and perhaps help to formulate means of correcting or identifying specific problem areas (but mainly US coral reefs). Thus, with this message I am hoping to generate a thread that will be of use to those in the USCRTF that can draw upon your expertise. Such a thread, if successful, will be posted on the CHAMP (http://www.coral.noaa.gov) and NOAA CoRIS (Coral Reef Information System, http://www.coris.noaa.gov) Web Pages. Also, if these threads are successfully generated, perhaps we can continue on down the list with the other Focus Areas (but let's just stick to this one, for now). Many thanks, and Happy Holidays! Cheers, Jim Hendee coral-list admin ~~~~ * Trends in U.S. Coastal Regions, 1970-1998: Addendum to the Proceedings, Trends and Future Challenges for U.S. National Ocean and Coastal Policy, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). August 1999. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: RE: Land-Based Sources of Pollution Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2002 12:13:16 -0500 From: "Brad Rosov" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov An obvious land based source of pollution would be poorly treated sewage. At least one previous study in the Florida Keys (Rose et al., 1999) have cited high levels of enterococcus bacteria and viral pathogens in canal waters. It was strongly suspected that the source stemmed from leaky septic tanks built upon the porous limestone foundation of the Keys. Preliminary results from a similar study was released today (see keysnews.com) in local Florida Keys newspapers. This study, conducted by The Nature Conservancy, showed that extremely high levels of enterococcus bacteria were present in canals immediately following a heavy rain event. It is theorized that accumulated wastewater can be flushed out following a heavy rain or high tidal surge. I do not know of any direct effects of sewage on the coral reef tract, however there seems to be that possibility. Brad Rosov Marine Conservation Program Manager The Nature Conservancy of the Florida Keys brosov@tnc.org (305) 745-8402 office (305) 304-6275 cell -----Original Message----- From: owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov [mailto:owner-coral-list@aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Jim Hendee Sent: Wednesday, December 18, 2002 11:38 AM To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Subject: Land-Based Sources of Pollution Dear Coral-Listers, At the 8th Meeting of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF), October 2-3, 2002 (San Juan, Puerto Rico), the USCRTF adopted seven resolutions (see http://coralreef.gov/dec2002.cfm), the first of which was "Improving Procedures of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force." Realizing that one of the procedures was a need to prioritize the 13 goals originally stipulated in the Coral Reef National Action Plan (see http://coralreef.gov/CRTFAxnPlan9.PDF), they decided the following areas should be endorsed as Focus Areas for 2003-2006: a. Land-based Sources of Pollution b. Overfishing c. Lack of Public Awareness (focus on user groups) d. Recreational Overuse and Misuse e-1. Climate Change and Coral Bleaching, and e-2. Disease Considering more than half of the U.S. population (141 million people) resides within 50 miles of a coast*, it is obvious that "Land-based Sources of Pollution" is well-placed in this list. As informed and concientious researchers and protectors of the coral reef environment, I am hoping that you can help to better identify these land-based sources of pollution and perhaps help to formulate means of correcting or identifying specific problem areas (but mainly US coral reefs). Thus, with this message I am hoping to generate a thread that will be of use to those in the USCRTF that can draw upon your expertise. Such a thread, if successful, will be posted on the CHAMP (http://www.coral.noaa.gov) and NOAA CoRIS (Coral Reef Information System, http://www.coris.noaa.gov) Web Pages. Also, if these threads are successfully generated, perhaps we can continue on down the list with the other Focus Areas (but let's just stick to this one, for now). Many thanks, and Happy Holidays! Cheers, Jim Hendee coral-list admin ~~~~ * Trends in U.S. Coastal Regions, 1970-1998: Addendum to the Proceedings, Trends and Future Challenges for U.S. National Ocean and Coastal Policy, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). August 1999. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: FW: New study finds Keys canals polluted (two stories) Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2002 16:11:27 -0500 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: "'Brad Rosov'" Subject: New study finds Keys canals polluted (two stories). Dear Coral- List: Below are copies of the news articles that Brad mentioned in his earlier email. Happy holidays... Bill William F. Precht Ecological Sciences Program Manager PBS&J Miami - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Key West Citizen, www.keysnews.com Nature Conservancy study reveals contaminated Keys canals BY MANDY BOLEN keysnews.com The idyllic scenario of a home on a canal became less than picture perfect this week when scientists from The Nature Conservancy released the results of water quality testing conducted on 17 canals from Boca Chica to Key Largo. The tests showed extremely high levels of enterococcus bacteria in 10 of the 17 sites immediately after the heavy rains of Dec. 9 and 10. The Environmental Protection Agency has established a guideline of 104 colony-forming units of enterococcus as an acceptable level in 100 milliliters of water. Four Keys canals showed more than 2,000 CFUs, with the canal at Saddlebunch Keys in the Bay Point subdivision registering 9,139 CFUs. The same sites averaged significantly less enterococcus bacteria in August, September and October when the highest reading of 384 CFUs was taken at the canal on Cudjoe Key at Cutthroat Estates. The 17 sites were selected to provide a cross-section of various types of canal structures throughout the Keys. "It is not surprising to see elevated bacterial levels after heavy rains, but the magnitude of contamination following last week's rainfall was startling," said Brad Rosov, the marine conservation program manager for The Nature Conservancy. Rosov also explained that enterococcus itself is not necessarily harmful, and is found in both humans and animals. It is, however, an indicator of viral pathogens that are harmful. The spike in contamination after rain has long been thought to be caused by an accumulation of wastewater in dry ground, which is then flushed out into the water by heavy rains, said Jody Thomas, director of the conservancy's South Florida and Florida Keys programs. With the contamination identified, The Nature Conservancy will now work to locate its source and determine whether the contaminants are coming from humans or animals as the next step of the testing program known as Florida Keys Watch. It is very likely that the pollution could be coming from leaking sewer pipes that allow the wastewater to seep into the ground, Rosov said. The conservancy hopes to know the source of the contamination in January, Thomas said. "And if it appears to be coming from human waste and wastewater, then our recommendation would be, as always, to have the county make significant progress in infrastructure improvements," Thomas said, supporting the installation of Advanced Wastewater Treatment to limit pollutants. As for the safety of the contaminated canals, Dr. Jake Rutherford, administrator of the Monroe County Health Department, said that his agency does not officially have jurisdiction over canals, and he cannot issue advisories about areas that the health department did not test. Rutherford did, however, commend The Nature Conservancy for its testing initiatives, and said that he, as a private citizen, would not swim in the contaminated canals. He also applauded the conservancy for taking steps to inform residents of the areas near the canals of the test results and their implications. mbolen@keysnews.com The canals in the following locations were tested for bacteria last week with the following results. The EPA has set a guideline of 104 colony-forming units as an acceptable, although not perfect, level in 100 milliliters of water. Boca Chica, Boca Chica Ocean Shores -- 8,527 CFUs Big Coppitt, Porpoise Point -- 5,497 CFUs Saddlebunch Keys, Bay Point Subdivision -- 9,139 CFUs Sugarloaf Key, Sugarloaf Shores -- 3,282 CFUs Cudjoe Key, Cudjoe Gardens -- 394 CFUs Cudjoe Key, Cutthroat Estates -- 521 CFUs Big Pine Key, Eden Pines -- 97 CFUs Big Pine Key, Whispering Pines -- 140 CFUs Marathon, 27th Avenue -- 10 CFUs Marathon, Dolphin Drive -- 52 CFUs Duck Key -- 10 CFUs Conch Key -- 52 CFUs Port Antigua -- 30 CFUs Tavernier, Banyan Lane -- 412 CFUs Key Largo, Rock Harbour -- 85 CFUs Key Largo, Pimlico Lane -- 335 CFUs Key Largo, Sexton Cove Estates -- 2,459 CFUs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- This story published on Wed, Dec 18, 2002 http://www.keysnews.com/276577435031370.bsp.htm Florida Keys Keynoter, www.keynoter.com Publication Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2002 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Another study points to sewage in canals More testing planned A Nature Conservancy program designed to shed light on water quality in Keys canals shows extremely high levels of enterococcus bacteria in canals after recent rains, according to the environmental group. Conservancy members said that since August, the group has been testing canal water every two weeks at 17 sites throughout the Keys. The program, known as Florida Keys Watch, calls for water samples to be measured for enterococcus bacteria, dissolved oxygen, salinity and temperature levels. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has set a recommended guideline of 104 "colony forming units" of enterococci per 100 milliliters of water. Samples taken after last week's heavy rains showed levels as high as 9,139 per 100 milliliters of water, according to the Conservancy. During the first three months of sampling during the dry season, the Nature Conservancy found about 18 percent of the 17 sites averaged more than 104 CFU. Samples collected after last week's heavy rains showed 59 percent were above that level, some bacterial levels registering into the thousands. "It is not surprising to see elevated bacterial levels after heavy rains, but the magnitude of contamination observed following last week's rainfall was startling," said Brad Rosov, marine conservation program manager for The Nature Conservancy. Letters with the test results are being sent to residents who live where the samples were taken, the Monroe County Health Department, the EPA and the state Department of Environmental Protection. Florida Keys Watch is a two-part water quality testing program that was started to determine the levels of bacteria in Keys canals and locate the source of the contamination through viral pathogen screening. "People have asked legitimate questions about whether humans were part of the water-quality problem in the Keys. Florida Keys Watch was started to answer those questions," said Jody Thomas, director of the South Florida/Keys program of The Nature Conservancy. In early January, the Conservancy will select the six sites that demonstrate the highest continuous levels of enterococcus bacteria to be screened further for the presence of viral pathogens. By documenting the presence of viral pathogens, scientists can determine whether human waste is the source of the bacteria contamination, Thomas said. The test results released this week are a follow-up to a 1999 University of South Florida study that found viral pathogens were linked to human waste in Keys canals. About the canal program Following are details about The Nature Conservancy's Florida Keys Watch Program, provided by the group: The Nature Conservancy tests water from canals throughout the Keys for bacteria using Idexx Laboratory's Enterolert system. Results showing consistently high levels of enterococci bacteria from an individual canal will serve as a red flag for poor canal water quality. Canals that consistently contain high levels of enterococci will be further tested for the presence of viral pathogens and their source. Samples will be analyzed through the University of South Florida's independent testing lab, Biological Consulting Service of North Florida. The Conservancy will sample canal water for one year at 17 fixed sites throughout the Keys, from multiple sites within three neighborhoods, and episodically following rainstorms. Brad Rosov, the Conservancy's marine conservation program manager, is administering the program. He has a bachelor's degree in neuroscience from the University of Delaware and a master's in marine biology from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He will be advised by scientists at the University of South Florida. The Conservancy will send a quarterly report to the University of South Florida, the Biological Consulting Services lab, Monroe County Health Department, the state Department of Environmental Protection, Technical Advisory Committee of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, the EPA and the public. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: 10ICRS mini-symposium proposal Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 05:43:53 -0500 From: Hajime Kayanne To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov CC: tsuchiya@sci.u-ryukyu.ac.jp, nadaoka@mei.titech.ac.jp, seysuzu@ipc.shizuoka.ac.jp, nakamori@dges.tohoku.ac.jp, tatsuo@mud.biglobe.ne.jp, kayanne@eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp icrs@plando.co.jp Sender: owner-coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Precedence: list Dear coral-list, The number of proposals for mini-symposiums at 10ICRS is not enough. The dead-line date is 30 January 2003. We welcome your participation in coordinating mini-symposium, which is the main body of the ICRS. Please visit our web site http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/, through which you can submit. All the proposals will be reviewed by Scientific Program subcommittee under International/Local Organizing Committee, 10ICRS, and the program will be shown in the second circular as well as the web site. For those who wish to hold somewhat closed workshops or business meetings, please contact with the secretary at icrs@plando.co.jp. Best wishes and see you at Okinawa Hajime Kayanne (Secretariat General) -- ---- Hajime KAYANNE ---- Department of Earth & Planetary Science, University of Tokyo Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan Tel: 81-3-5841-4573 Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358 ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Lava flow & corals Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 05:45:48 -0500 From: Jean Pascal QUOD To: Dear Coral-listers Reunion Island (SW Indian Ocean) has an active volcano and lava flow reaches the ocean twice this year. Understanding the patterns that drive coral settlement and other vertebrates/invertebrates appear an interesting and challenging deal for us. We are so looking for anyone who has been yet working on that item, who is interested for a future collaboration. We have yet find references dealing with Hawaii but more should have been done in other places. Many thanks and merry Xmas, Best regards, _______________________________________________ Dr. Jean Pascal QUOD E-mail : jpquod.arvam@wanadoo.fr ARVAM (Agence pour la Recherche et la Valorisation Marines) 14, Rue du Stade de l'Est, 97490 Sainte Clotilde, La R=E9union, France Tel : 02 62 28 39 08 (int. : (262) 2 62 28 39 08) Fax: 02 62 28 08 81 (int. : (262) 2 62 28 08 81) Email: arvam@wanadoo.fr / URL: http://www.arvam.com ________________________________________________ CORDIO Indian Indian Ocean Islands co-ordinator COral Reef Degradation in the Indian Ocean Jeanpascalquod@cordio.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: [Fwd: Land-Based Sources of Pollution] Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 13:17:36 -0500 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov It has come to my attention that the word "pollution" is most likely too politically charged and would not help us to get to the underlying problem. (After all, what is an acceptable or legal definition of "pollution" in this context?) For instance, sewage and/or industrial outfall may have been permitted by law many years ago and to now call it "pollution" immediately throws fuel on a fire of controversy. Our purpose should perhaps be to identify what the anthropogenic factors are that influence reefs, then let the chips fall where they may. For instance, have certain levels of nutrients been shown to affect coral physiology or the reef ecosystem, and if so, where are those levels found? What is the minimum amount of light a coral reef needs to sustain growth, and if that level is not being met, where in the world is that happening and what is the cause? Do certain levels of dissolved pharmaceuticals affect, say, coral reproduction, and if so, where are those levels found. Do tons of lost and cast off fishing lines and nets affect the well-being of a coral reef ecosystem, and if so where is that happening (and is this what we traditionally call "pollution")? In short, perhaps a better way to get at the problem is to seek "effects of anthropogenic waste" in its form as a big relentless signal impacting the coral reef ecosystem. Then again, maybe this thread is trying to pull too much basic research out of the literature for the purpose of a list-server. Just a thought... Cheers, Jim -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Land-Based Sources of Pollution Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2002 11:38:30 -0500 From: Jim Hendee To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-Listers, At the 8th Meeting of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF), October 2-3, 2002 (San Juan, Puerto Rico), the USCRTF adopted seven resolutions (see http://coralreef.gov/dec2002.cfm), the first of which was "Improving Procedures of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force." Realizing that one of the procedures was a need to prioritize the 13 goals originally stipulated in the Coral Reef National Action Plan (see http://coralreef.gov/CRTFAxnPlan9.PDF), they decided the following areas should be endorsed as Focus Areas for 2003-2006: a. Land-based Sources of Pollution b. Overfishing c. Lack of Public Awareness (focus on user groups) d. Recreational Overuse and Misuse e-1. Climate Change and Coral Bleaching, and e-2. Disease Considering more than half of the U.S. population (141 million people) resides within 50 miles of a coast*, it is obvious that "Land-based Sources of Pollution" is well-placed in this list. As informed and concientious researchers and protectors of the coral reef environment, I am hoping that you can help to better identify these land-based sources of pollution and perhaps help to formulate means of correcting or identifying specific problem areas (but mainly US coral reefs). Thus, with this message I am hoping to generate a thread that will be of use to those in the USCRTF that can draw upon your expertise. Such a thread, if successful, will be posted on the CHAMP (http://www.coral.noaa.gov) and NOAA CoRIS (Coral Reef Information System, http://www.coris.noaa.gov) Web Pages. Also, if these threads are successfully generated, perhaps we can continue on down the list with the other Focus Areas (but let's just stick to this one, for now). Many thanks, and Happy Holidays! Cheers, Jim Hendee coral-list admin ~~~~ * Trends in U.S. Coastal Regions, 1970-1998: Addendum to the Proceedings, Trends and Future Challenges for U.S. National Ocean and Coastal Policy, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). August 1999. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Land-Based Sources of Pollution Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 16:49:32 -0500 From: "Michael Risk" To: "Brad Rosov" , coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Hello Brad (-list). The direct effects of sewage on reefs are well-known, and can be assessed via bioindicators and measured via a variety of isotopic techniques. Some time ago, there was a meeting in the Florida Keys to evaluate the various monitoring programs that were under way there. At that meeting, there was some concern voiced about the lack of coverage of bioerosion: bioerosion responds directly to nutrient loadings in sea water, and accounts (on healthy reefs )for about 50% of the carbonate budget-programs looking only at coral are missing the boat. The FMRI monitoring program, an excellent one run by a troika of Jaap, Porter and Wheaton, asked us if we could devise a rapid assessment protocol they could fold into their program. This became the thesis research of Christine Ward-Paige, and the rest is history. We based the technique on results that date from the mid-1980's, notably a paper by Rose and Risk on the effect of point-source fecal input (turtle poop) on the reefs of Grand Cayman. That work showed that amounts of Cliona delitrix, an aggressive, bright-orange boring sponge, were related to % fecal bacteria in the water. As far as I am aware, this is the only reef organism that has been shown to respond so directly to sewage. (Why the reef community has been so slow to pick up on the use of this bioindicator is yet another question.) Christine's early results were presented this summer at the Victoria ASLO meeting-the Abstract may be read on their website. By using archival videos and recent surveys, she has shown that the amounts of C delitrix have increased as the coral cover has dropped-most of the List by now is probably aware that there is a regional mass extinction under way in Florida. Analyses of 15-N ratios link the sponge nutrition to terrestrial sources. I also recommend the wonderful work Kate Holmes did in Barbados, which she and Evan Edinger (and others) then applied in Indonesia. She found a direct relationship between water quality and boring sponge abundance in coral rubble. This is a field technique which can be taught to villagers in about 2 hours. As far as the broader question, the importance and assessment of land-based sources: methods to asess sewage and sediment stress are available, and in some cases have been known (but not generally applied) for decades. The Toolbox paper in the Proc. Ft Lauderdale conf. outlines some of the main techniques-also, in that same ASLO conference, I present a way to assess the relative importance of sewage and sediment stress on reefs. The response of the coral reef research community to land-based threats has not been salutory. I see resume-building at the expense of ecosystem-saving; and I also see a near-fatal reluctance to adopt common methodology, coupled with a lack of firm guidance from federal agencies. It may not be too late. Some of the methods produce results in a few days. What seems to be required are programs with firm political backing, which are fundamentally interdisciplinary in scope and composition. I recently was asked to evaluate reef proposals to an un-named agency of an un-named nation, for an un-named but large amount of money. I saw with amazement that, to some organisations, an "interdisciplinary" team was 25 biologists-BUT all working in different fields! Please. (I should point out here that I am a biologist, lest I be accused of parochiality.) It is time to recognise that geochemistry is capable of providing real answers. ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: [Fwd: Land-Based Sources of Pollution] Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 16:53:35 -0500 From: "Mark Eakin" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov I agree with Jim that the term "pollution" is politically charged. However, the Federal Administration representatives did adopt "Land-based Sources of Pollution" as a focus area for 2003-2006. Under the "Joint USDA-EPA Proposal on Land Based Sources of Pollution", it was announced that "Within 45 days, USDA and EPA will produce the framework to more fully develop this proposal". It sounds to me like the Administration is accepting this moniker for a problem that needs to be addressed. While I concur with Jim that the basic science needs to address specific threats and potential solutions for these, that should not mean that we abandon the broad issue of "Land-based Sources of Pollution" as a political framework. It is usually most constructive to use a political banner that the Administration has already accepted. At least with "Land-based Sources of Pollution", we have a moniker that is recognized and understood by those in high political positions. I guess what I am suggesting is that we should use the term "Land-based Sources of Pollution" to promote a suite of activities that the scientific issues such as nutrient increases and light reduction are a part. Just my humble opinion, which is not an official position of NOAA or the U.S. government. Cheers, Mark Jim Hendee wrote: >It has come to my attention that the word "pollution" is most likely too >politically charged and would not help us to get to the underlying >problem. (After all, what is an acceptable or legal definition of >"pollution" in this context?) For instance, sewage and/or industrial >outfall may have been permitted by law many years ago and to now call it >"pollution" immediately throws fuel on a fire of controversy. Our >purpose should perhaps be to identify what the anthropogenic factors are >that influence reefs, then let the chips fall where they may. For >instance, have certain levels of nutrients been shown to affect coral >physiology or the reef ecosystem, and if so, where are those levels >found? What is the minimum amount of light a coral reef needs to >sustain growth, and if that level is not being met, where in the world >is that happening and what is the cause? Do certain levels of dissolved >pharmaceuticals affect, say, coral reproduction, and if so, where are >those levels found. Do tons of lost and cast off fishing lines and nets >affect the well-being of a coral reef ecosystem, and if so where is that >happening (and is this what we traditionally call "pollution")? > >In short, perhaps a better way to get at the problem is to seek "effects >of anthropogenic waste" in its form as a big relentless signal impacting >the coral reef ecosystem. > >Then again, maybe this thread is trying to pull too much basic research >out of the literature for the purpose of a list-server. Just a >thought... > > Cheers, > Jim > >-------- Original Message -------- >Subject: Land-Based Sources of Pollution >Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2002 11:38:30 -0500 >From: Jim Hendee >To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov > >Dear Coral-Listers, > > At the 8th Meeting of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF), >October 2-3, 2002 (San Juan, Puerto Rico), the USCRTF adopted seven >resolutions (see http://coralreef.gov/dec2002.cfm), the first of which >was "Improving Procedures of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force." Realizing >that one of the procedures was a need to prioritize the 13 goals >originally stipulated in the Coral Reef National Action Plan (see >http://coralreef.gov/CRTFAxnPlan9.PDF), they decided the following areas >should be endorsed as Focus Areas for 2003-2006: > > a. Land-based Sources of Pollution > b. Overfishing > c. Lack of Public Awareness (focus on user groups) > d. Recreational Overuse and Misuse > e-1. Climate Change and Coral Bleaching, and e-2. Disease > > Considering more than half of the U.S. population (141 million >people) resides within 50 miles of a coast*, it is obvious that >"Land-based Sources of Pollution" is well-placed in this list. > > As informed and concientious researchers and protectors of the coral >reef environment, I am hoping that you can help to better identify these >land-based sources of pollution and perhaps help to formulate means of >correcting or identifying specific problem areas (but mainly US coral >reefs). Thus, with this message I am hoping to generate a thread that >will be of use to those in the USCRTF that can draw upon your >expertise. Such a thread, if successful, will be posted on the CHAMP >(http://www.coral.noaa.gov) and NOAA CoRIS (Coral Reef Information >System, http://www.coris.noaa.gov) Web Pages. Also, if these threads >are successfully generated, perhaps we can continue on down the list >with the other Focus Areas (but let's just stick to this one, for now). > > Many thanks, and Happy Holidays! > > Cheers, > Jim Hendee > coral-list admin >~~~~ >* Trends in U.S. Coastal Regions, 1970-1998: Addendum to the >Proceedings, Trends and Future Challenges for U.S. National Ocean and >Coastal Policy, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). >August 1999. >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . >~~~~~~~ >For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the >digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . > > > -- C. Mark Eakin, Ph.D. Chief of NOAA Paleoclimatology Program and Director of the World Data Center for Paleoclimatology NOAA/National Climatic Data Center 325 Broadway E/CC23 Boulder, CO 80305-3328 Voice: 303-497-6172 Fax: 303-497-6513 Internet: mark.eakin@noaa.gov http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/paleo/paleo.html ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Re: Land-Based Sources of Pollution Date: Sat, 21 Dec 2002 10:57:25 -0500 From: "charles sheppard" To: Jim, As an avid reader of coral-list, I was interested in your email just now on 'Pollution'. You say "For instance, sewage and/or industrial outfall may have been permitted by law many years ago and to now call it "pollution" immediately throws fuel on a fire of controversy." I don't think that matters at all. Times change. What a village beside the estuary could do last century may not have mattered at all, but that village then grew into a city, and... You go on to say "Our purpose should perhaps be to identify what the anthropogenic factors are that influence reefs, then let the chips fall where they may." I completely agree. I am editor of "Marine Pollution Bulletin". Now, ages ago I tried to get that title changed to reflect the evolution of the subject, to something like 'Marine Environmental Science', or something less old-fashioned sounding, though I never gave it too much thought! Many associate 'pollution' with being a 70s subject: lead in tissues, or E. coli in water, so that global climate change etc etc doesn't really fit it. But the publishers wouldn't let me - 'Never change the title of a successful journal as libraries will happily drop a journal to save costs but wont necessarily buy a new one'! What I mean is: we shouldn't get bogged down in these definitions. I'll publish what is interesting and important to marine habitats etc. If over-fishing somewhere is a problem to the marine environment, then that counts. A boring account of lead in an urchin's gonads is not likely to get in, even if it fits older definitions of 'pollution' better. Actually, MPB publishes quite a lot of papers on corals/reef, and more on associated tropical systems too. You do an excellent job with coral-list. I (amongst many) am very grateful! Happy Christmas holidays Charles Sheppard ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: JOB: HI data analyst postition Date: Sat, 21 Dec 2002 14:30:40 -1000 From: "HCRI Research Program" To: The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) and the State of Hawaii's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) has just opened a data analyst position to assist with upgrading DAR's coral reef ecosystem monitoring and data handling capabilities and to develop and apply statistical analyses to existing coral reef research and monitoring. Closing date is January 22, 2002. About HCRI-RP: www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri About DAR: www.hawaii.gov/dlnr/dar/index.html Kristine Davidson Program Manager HCRI-RP >>>>>>>>> Subject: e-mail contact? Date: Sun, 22 Dec 2002 07:56:11 -0400 From: "James M. Cervino" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear List, Can anyone acknowledge this to be the correct e-mail for Dr. Steve Oakley: tracc@tm.net.my If not, can anyone provide the proper e-mail contact? Thanks James Cervino -- ************************************ James M. Cervino PhD. Program Marine Science Program University of South Carolina e-mail:cnidaria@earthlink.net ************************************* ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: The Dust Hypothesis: Why Caribbean coral reefs have suffered dur ing the 1970's through the early 1990's Date: Mon, 23 Dec 2002 10:01:05 -0600 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral List: For those following the "dust" for the past few years I thought you might find these tidbits of interest. Have a great holiday! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Dust Hypothesis Question: Why have coral reefs that are bathed in clear oceanic waters throughout much of the Caribbean suffered algal infestation, coral diseases, and near extinction of herbivorous sea urchins almost simultaneously during the 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s? The best known factors detrimental to coral reefs include sewage, run-off from land, dredging, UV light, etc. These factors do not apply for many affected reefs where human population is low. Is there an alternative way to spread nutrients and diseases? (Contineud) http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/ Online mini-movie Watch USGS scientists Ginger Garrison, Gene Shinn, Chuck Holmes, and Dale Griffin in "The Effects of Globally Transported African and Asian Dust on Coral Reef and Human Health" http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/documentary/ National Public Radio interview Project scientists Gene Shinn and Ginger Garrison were interviewed along with geologist/novelist Sarah Andrews on National Public Radio station KQED in San Francisco on the popular morning talk show "Forum" on January 15, 2002. Listen to the interview. www.kqed.org/audioarchive/frameset/forum/2002/01/2002-01-15b-forum.html //////////////// Mercury From China Rains Down on California Environmental News Service (ENS) http://ens-news.com/ December 20, 2002 SANTA CRUZ, California, - Industrial emissions in Asia are a major source of mercury in rainwater that falls along the California coast, a new study suggests. The mercury in rainwater is not in itself a health threat, but mercury pollution is a problem in San Francisco Bay and other California waters because the toxic element builds up in the food chain. State regulatory agencies are looking for ways to reduce the amount of mercury entering the state's waters from various sources. It is not just the mercury itself but a whole cocktail of atmospheric pollutants that contribute to the deposition of mercury in rainfall. Elemental mercury behaves as a gas in the atmosphere and is not washed out in rain until it has been oxidized into a charged ionic form that can be captured by water droplets. Ozone, a major component of urban and industrial smog, plays a key role in this oxidation process, said Douglas Steding, lead author of a paper published Thursday in the online edition of the "Journal of Geophysical Research - Atmospheres." The report by Steding and other researchers from the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) will appear in a later print edition of the journal. "There is a relatively large reservoir of mercury in the atmosphere, and it's the rate of oxidation that determines how much of it gets deposited in rainfall," Steding said. Mercury is a trace contaminant of most coal, and emissions from coal burning power plants are a major source of mercury pollution in many parts of the world. In the Pacific Basin, the main source of atmospheric mercury is coal combustion in China. China relies on coal as a fuel and accounts for about 10 percent of the total global industrial emissions of mercury. Air pollution in China also generates ozone, which peaks during the winter due to increased fuel consumption for heating. Air loaded with mercury and ozone moves off the continent into the Western Pacific, where it is incorporated into developing storms. "The mercury we measured in rainwater results from a combination of mercury emissions and ozone production, as well as meteorological factors - the storm tracks that transport the pollutants across the Pacific," Steding said. Steding collected rainwater samples at two sites in central California: on the coast at UCSC's Long Marine Laboratory and at Moffett Field near San Jose, on the inland side of the Santa Cruz Mountains. For each rainfall event, the researchers used air mass trajectories calculated by a national climate lab to trace the movement of the storms across the Pacific from Asia. Rainwater collected at the coastal site showed the background concentrations of mercury in storms as they arrived off the Pacific Ocean. Those measurements were about three times higher than estimates of the natural, preindustrial level, Steding said. Rainwater from the inland site showed mercury concentrations 44 percent higher than at the coastal site. Steding attributed the difference between the two sites to ozone in Bay Area smog, rather than local emissions of mercury. "There is a local influence of urban smog on the mercury oxidation rate. We see a background signal of mercury blowing off the Pacific, then a local enrichment that's probably due to urban smog," Steding said. "If we want to reduce mercury deposition, it's not enough to shut down local emissions of mercury, because other pollutants influence how much of the mercury in the atmosphere ends up in rainwater." Steding said people should not worry about health effects from the mercury in rainwater, because the concentrations are very low. But the deposition in rain does add mercury to surface waters, where the toxin enters the food chain and builds up to high levels in certain kinds of fish. State health officials have issued advisories warning people not to eat fish from more than a dozen bodies of water in California, including San Francisco Bay. # # # http://ens-news.com/ens/dec2002/2002-12-20-09.asp#anchor1 /////////////////// Steding, Douglas J.; Flegal, A. Russell Mercury concentrations in coastal California precipitation: Evidence of local and trans-Pacific fluxes of mercury to North America 10.1029/2002JD002081 19 December 2002 http://www.agu.org/pubs/toc2002/jd.shtml#dec //////////////// Mercury In California Rainwater Traced ... ScienceDaily News Release ... Steding emphasized that people should not worry about health effects from the mercury in rainwater, because the concentrations are very low. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2002/12/021220075156.htm - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ***************************************** Season's Greetings from NOAA's CHAMP! ***************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Keys marine sanctuary settles damage case for almost $1 million Date: Mon, 23 Dec 2002 10:02:36 -0600 From: "Precht, Bill" To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear Coral-List: Another news flash of interest. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Miami Herald, www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald Posted on Sat, Dec. 21, 2002 Keys sanctuary case is settled for $969,000 Tug ran aground there in May '93 Associated Press The nation's largest dredge company has agreed to pay a record $969,000 to help restore coral and seagrass damaged when a tugboat ran aground in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary nearly 10 years ago. Money from the settlement announced Friday will cover reef repairs and help reimburse government agencies for their response to the Florida Bay grounding. ''This adds to our authority to collect damages in these cases, so it will definitely help us in obtaining settlements in the future,'' said Cheva Heck, spokeswoman for the sanctuary protecting the longest barrier reef after Australia and Belize. The Justice Department said in a release it was the largest settlement ever negotiated for a grounding in the sanctuary. Calls to the company and its lawyer were not returned. A judge initially ordered Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. to pay $368,797. But both the company and the government appealed in a test of Commerce Department powers under the 1972 National Marine Sanctuaries Act. The appeals court voided the original amount and sided with the federal agency, opening up Great Lakes to a potentially larger bill if the case were retried. Sharon Shutler, attorney for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, said she was ''thrilled'' with the agreement. ``Now we finally have the means to restore these important sanctuary resources.'' The sanctuary plans to combine the money from Oak Brook, Ill.-based Great Lakes with a $618,485 settlement reached with Coastal Marine Towing, a tug company involved in the grounding in May 1993. Great Lakes hired Coastal Marine Towing to carry 500-foot pipes around the tip of Florida. One of the pipes came loose and left a 13-mile scar on the bottom of the bay separating the Florida peninsula and the Keys. The tug hauling the errant pipe was slowed by the drag. A second of four tugs traveling together tried to pass but ran aground, damaging nearly two acres of coral and grass. The pipe track recovered naturally in three years. But experts estimated damage from the grounding would take 70 years to heal with human intervention and more than 100 years naturally. The tug, Captain Joe, ran aground in water seven feet deep in a section of the bay where the deepest water is 11 feet. Intermixed mud flats can be as shallow as six inches. ''Groundings in the sanctuary are a huge problem. We have an average of 600 reported groundings per year,'' Heck said. ``It's everything from small boats running aground in seagrass beds to major groundings in coral.'' The sanctuary plans to spend more than $1 million at the grounding site and $405,000 at other damage sites in the 2,800-square mile sanctuary, which was created in 1990. Keys waters are popular with fishermen, divers and recreational boaters. The reefs, perhaps the biggest draw, protect fish and other marine life. http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/news/state/4786450.htm NOAA Press Release on settlement: NOAA 02-167 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 20, 2002 Charles Miller, ENRD 202.514.2007 Cheva Heck, NOAA 305.292.0311, x26 305.304.0179, cell TUG COMPANY TO PAY NEARLY $1 MILLION FOR SEAGRASS DAMAGE Settlement to Restore Seagrass & Coral in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary WASHINGTON, D.C. Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company of Oak Brook, Ill., will pay nearly $1 million for damages to seagrass and other natural resources in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, the Justice Department and the Commerce Department's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced today. The $969,000 settlement reached on behalf of NOAA and the State of Florida is the largest ever obtained for damages to seagrass in the sanctuary. The funds, combined with an earlier $618,485 settlement obtained from co-defendant Coastal Marine Towing, will help restore the injured areas and reimburse NOAA for response costs. "We are pleased with the settlement," said Sharon Shutler, attorney for the NOAA General Counsel for Natural Resources. "We have wanted to restore this site since the groundings occurred in 1993. After many years of litigation, we finally have the means to restore these ecologically significant sanctuary resources." In May 1993, four tug boats owned by the two companies were transporting heavy dredging equipment and dredge pipes from the Boca Grande Channel off Florida's west coast to Green Cove Spring on the east coast. Before the flotilla reached Seven Mile Bridge off Marathon, Fla., one or more of the dredge pipes being towed by one of the tugs came loose and dragged across the bottom of Florida Bay, causing a scar 13 miles long and destroying 196,764 square feet of seagrass and other sanctuary resources. The dragging pipe caused the tug to slow, and another tug attempted to pass her. The other vessel ran hard aground, creating a massive hole and destroying 80,675 square feet of seagrass and coral, about one and a half times the size of a football field, at an area called Red Bay Banks off Marathon. While the coral reefs are the sanctuary's most famous resource, seagrass meadows and other habitats, such as the mixed seagrass and finger coral bottom at Red Bay Banks, are critical to fish and other marine life populations. Seagrass also filters and stabilizes sediments, helping to create clear waters. "One of our highest priorities is the restoration of our natural resources, such as the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary," said Tom Sansonetti, Assistant Attorney General for the Justice Department's Environment and Natural Resources Division. "The funds provided as a result of today's settlement will help us achieve that goal." The National Marine Sanctuaries Act authorizes NOAA to seek damages from the responsible party in a grounding to cover response costs, injury and damage assessment costs, costs to restore or replace the damaged habitat or acquire equivalent habitat, and costs to compensate the public for the value of the damage resources until they fully recover. NOAA developed a restoration strategy that involved stabilizing the blowhole and transplanting seagrasses into off-site areas damaged by boats to compensate for the lost services provided by the resources destroyed in the incident. NOAA sought the cost of the restoration and assessment costs from the two companies, eventually filing suit in Federal District Court. Both the Federal District Court and the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals found Great Lakes strictly liable for the injuries to sanctuary resources. Both courts upheld NOAA's methodologies for determining the appropriate amount of compensatory restoration, however, the courts had not agreed on the proper measure of damages necessary to restore the bank. As a result, a settlement was reached with the two companies. The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, designated in 1990, protects 2,896 square nautical miles of critical marine habitat, including coral reef, hard bottom, seagrass meadows, mangrove communities and sand flats. NOAA and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection manage the sanctuary. For more information about the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, visit: http://www.fknms.nos.noaa.gov. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ***************************************** Season's Greetings from NOAA's CHAMP! ***************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Bioeconomic model Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2002 07:17:46 -0500 From: aharris@nimbus.geog.ox.ac.uk To: coral-list@coral.aoml.noaa.gov Dear all, I am currently engaged in looking for a bioeconomic model that has been successfully applied (in practice) to the economic analysis and management of a coral reef fishery. I would be very grateful if anyone with knowledge of a case where such a model has been used - either for scenario-analyses or otherwise - could forward to me details or references relating to the model. Many thanks and happy hogmanay! Al Harris. ***************************************** Season's Greetings from NOAA's CHAMP! ***************************************** ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html . Subject: Position available with Coral Cay Conservation Ltd. Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2002 11:39:26 -0500 From: "Simon Harding" To: Dear list members, Position available: Director - Science Department, Coral Cay Conservation (CCC) Ltd. Re-advertised post with amended Terms of Reference (AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST) Coral Cay Conservation Ltd. is an award winning not-for-profit NGO that currently runs terrestrial and marine conservation projects in Fiji, Honduras and The Philippines. We are seeking an experienced postgraduate (PhD preferred) to manage the CCC Science Department. The successful applicant will have a background in managing and research of both marine and terrestrial science based projects, with proven experience of 24 months fieldwork. The position is at Director level, thus a considerable amount of management experience will be needed. Applications: Covering letter / CV (email only) to: Mr. Craig Turner, Terrestrial Science Co-ordinator, Coral Cay Conservation: ct@coralcay.org. Work is London-based with international travel. Closing date for applications is January 31st 2003. Previous applicants need not apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Thank you. Simon Harding Ph.D. Marine Science Co-ordinator -- Coral Cay Conservation, 13th Floor, The Tower, 125 High Street, Colliers Wood, London, SW19 2JG, UK Direct dial: +44- (0) 208-545-7721 General switchboard: +44 (0) 870-750-0668 Fax: +44 (0) 870-750-0667 www.coralcay.org ~~~~~~~ For directions on subscribing and unsubscribing to coral-list or the digests, please see http://www.coral.noaa.gov/lists/coral-list.html .