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Sequential isotopic analysis to characterize ontogenetic shifts and growth dynamics of loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta)

Creator:

Ramirez, Matthew D.

Abstract:

Ontogenetic niche theory predicts that as organisms grow they make size-specific changes in habitat use and diet to optimize growth and survival. A variety of factors contribute to growth and survival in different habitats, ultimately leading to variation in life history that can affect population dynamics. An understanding of the...

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Masters Thesis

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stages, such as the loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta). Isotopic analysis of
Defining habitat preferences of pelagic loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta) in the North Atlantic through analysis of behavior and bycatch

Creator:

McCarthy, Abigail L.

Abstract:

For many species of marine turtle the characteristics that define pelagic habitat have yet to be fully identified. A better understanding of these habitat characteristics is critical to reduce high seas fisheries interactions with turtles, especially as the status of many turtle populations has placed them on the threatened or...

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Masters Thesis

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............................................................51 CHAPTER 1 HABITAT PREFERENCES OF PELAGIC LOGGERHEAD TURTLES IN THE NORTH ATLANTIC