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Open AccessFactors associated with the differential distribution of cetaceans linked with deep habitats in the Western Mediterranean Sea
Deep-habitat cetaceans are generally difficult to study, leading to a limited knowledge of their population. This paper assesses the differential distribution patterns of three deep-habitat cetaceans (Sperm wh...
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Open AccessEffect of climatic oscillations on small pelagic fisheries and its economic profit in the Gulf of Cadiz
Several studies have shown the effect of climatic oscillations on fisheries. Small pelagic fish are of special global economic importance and very sensitive to fluctuations in the physical environment in which...
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North Atlantic Oscillation Effect on the Biology and Fisheries of Tuna Species in the Alboran Sea
Tunas species are considered high migrating species (HMS). In the Mediterranean Sea, there are important areas for the spawning of many of these HMS. The Alboran Sea is an important hotspot for tuna species. M...
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Introduction: Thinking the Future from Now
The Alboran Sea in the Mediterranean region is characterized by their multiples and different connections: atmospheric and oceanographic linking Mediterranean and Atlantic regions, geological between the commo...
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Biogeographical and Macroecological Context of the Alboran Sea
A complex geological history, a critical geographical location, and the existence of permeable biogeographical barriers at both ends of its longitudinal range, the Strait of Gibraltar and the hydrographic fron...
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Marine Megafauna and Charismatic Vertebrate Species
Marine megafauna typically include large pelagic sharks, sea turtles, seabirds, and marine mammals. These megafauna are mainly associated with pelagic ecosystems through which they undertake long-distance migr...
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Marine Protected Areas and Key Biodiversity Areas of the Alboran Sea and Adjacent Areas
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) are important tools for preserving species, habitats and ecological-geological-oceanographical processes. Nowadays, more than 10% of the Alboran ...
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Sustainable Development and Blue Growth in the Alboran Sea: Enabling Ocean Health and Ecosystem Services Through Ocean Science and Equitable Governance
Humanity is facing formidable environmental and social changes and challenges related to climate change, food security, loss of territories, loss of biodiversity, etc. In this context, it is necessary to creat...
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The North Atlantic Oscillation affects the quality of Cava (Spanish sparkling wine)
This study explores the possible effects of the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) on the quality of Spanish Cava. We found a significant negative relationship between the mean NAO for the months of March throug...
