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Effects of diving and swimming behavior on body temperatures of Pacific Leatherback Turtles in tropical seas
Author(s):Southwood, A.L., Jones, D.R., Paladino, F.V., Andrews, R.D.
Year: 2005
Notes: Physiological and Biochemical Zoology, 78, 285-297, 2
Held at: SPC
ASFA Subject(s): Water temperature, Tropical environment, Thermoregulation, Swimming, Mathematical models, Diving, Data loggers, Body temperature, Aquatic reptiles
LC Subject(s): Sea turtles
Taxonomic Descriptor(s): Dermochelys coriacea
Control No.: 00013122.nul
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The importance of Vibrios and related bacteria in tropical waters
Author(s):Roberts, S.
Year: 1997
ISSN: 1013-9877
Notes: South Pacific Journal of Natural Science, 15, 1-19
Held at: USP
ASFA Subject(s): Taxonomy, Microorganisms, Marine molluscs, Shellfish, Water temperature, Public health, Sewage, Brackish water, Fresh water, Sea water, Tropical environment
Abstract: Vibrios and related microorganisms are an important source of infection, both in temperate and tropical waters. Many of these organisms can survive in seawater and freshwater without a host, particularly in areas of high sewage outfall. In addition, these organisms can be accumulated by bivalve molluscs and if eaten raw or semi-cooked, can pose a serious health threat. Water temperature may also be an important factor, as vibrios of medical importance tend to be more prevalent in tropical than temperate waters. Brackish waters may support the growth of vibrios, an area which can also support the growth of bivalve molluscs. This article outlines the taxonomy, isolation and identification of vibrio-type microorganisms and examines the possible implications of these organisms in aquatic tropical and semi-tropical regions.
Control No.: 00013846.nul
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The productivity and public health considerations of the urban women's daytime subsistence fishery off Suva Peninsula, Fiji
Author(s):Quinn, N.J., Davis, M.T.
Year: 1997
ISSN: 1013-9877
Notes: South Pacific Journal of Natural Science, 15, 63-92
Held at: USP
ASFA Subject(s): Taxonomy, Microorganisms, Marine molluscs, Shellfish, Water temperature, Public health, Sewage, Brackish water, Fresh water, Sea water, Tropical environment
Control No.: 00013848.nul
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