The density of the bivalve Spondylus limbatus in Agua Verde-Tembabiche Gulf of California, Mexico
Year: 2019
Type: article
Abstract: This study estimated the population density of Spondylus limbatus at six fishing banks that are representative of the Gulf of California, Mexico. Each bank was identified in July 2011. There were significant differences in density between banks, and a steady north-to-south decrease in density that was fitted to a potential model. At low densities, S. limbatus showed a lower variability in size. Since the densities of S. limbatus are suitable for commercial exploitation, sustainable extraction can be performed under a population recovery approach. Also, this study represents a baseline for the evaluation and monitoring of populations of this species through time and contributes to set general guidelines for the assessment of commercial feasibility and exploitation criteria.
Institutions: Instituto Politécnico Nacional, University of Havana
Language: English
Subfield: Aquatic Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Life below water
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $350
OpenAlex ID: W2995452182