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Ocean acidification thresholds for decapods are unresolved

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: A published analysis of ocean acidification thresholds for decapod crustaceans highlights data showing the negative effects of low pH on many species. However, the methods used in the paper have substantial flaws that call into question the proposed thresholds. The quantitative metrics calculated for the meta-analysis are uninformative with respect to pH sensitivity, which raises concerns about the validity of the thresholds developed by the expert opinion process. We recommend against using the published thresholds and for a reanalysis of the data to identify new thresholds.

Source: Frontiers in Marine Science

DOI: 10.3389/fmars.2024.1449345

Authors: Paul McElhany, D. Shallin Busch

Institutions: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service Northwest Fisheries Science Center

Language: English

Topic: Ocean Acidification Effects and Responses

Subfield: Oceanography

Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Life below water

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,295