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Comparative foraging ecology of five species of Pacific seabirds : multi-scale analyses of marine habitat use

Creator:

Suryan, Robert

Abstract:

Seabirds are an integral component of marine ecosystems, however, because humans typically observe only snapshots of their lives at sea, our understanding of seabird foraging ecology is often limited. A more complete understanding of the ecological roles of seabirds and identification of critical foraging habitats requires the ability to follow...

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Dissertation

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the success of research programs from which this dissertation resulted. First, I must thank David
The relationships between fluctuations in oceanographic conditions, forage fishes, predatory fishes, predator food habits, and juvenile salmonid marine survival off the Columbia River

Creator:

Emmett, Robert L.

Abstract:

Salmonid run sizes are strongly affected by their early marine stage. Fully understanding the life history of salmonids means understanding how they interact with their marine environment and with other fishes. Changes in the biological and physical environment off the Columbia River region affects the distribution and abundance of predatory...

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Dissertation

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(Oncorhynchus kisutch) and Chinook salmon (O. tshawytscha), the dependent variable. Future research should