Study finds vulnerability in pelagic ecosystems
Fish and sharks living in the open ocean are impacted more by human pressure than their seabed-dwelling counterparts, according to a new study from The University of Western Australia.
Fish and sharks living in the open ocean are impacted more by human pressure than their seabed-dwelling counterparts, according to a new study from The University of Western Australia.
Plants & Animals
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Environment
Feb 28, 2024
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Social Sciences
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Political science
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Plants & Animals
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Political science
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Earth Sciences
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Economics & Business
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Social Sciences
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Earth Sciences
Jan 31, 2024
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