Lesion Regeneration in the Branching Coral Acropora Palmata: Effects of Colonization, Colony Size, Lesion Size, and Lesion Shape
Lirman D. 2000. Lesion Regeneration in the Branching Coral Acropora Palmata: Effects of Colonization, Colony Size, Lesion Size, and Lesion Shape. Marine Ecology Progress Series
This study examined "the regeneration of lesions casued by the fragmentation of Acropora palmata colonies" in Elkhorn Reef, Biscayne National Park, FL. "The lesions monitored in this study were all produced by the detachment of ... branches from adult colonies as a result of storms or boat impacts." "Results of this study support previous studies suggesting that the regeneration process is sustained by a limited, initial amount of energy that may be determined by the extent of damage experienced by the colony." A picture, a table and several graphs present the data.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Lirman, Diego
- Units
- BISC
- Keywords
- Acropora, Acropora palmata, Biscayne National Park, Coral, coral fragmentation, Elkhorn coral, Elkhorn Reef, FL, Health, Mortality, Stony corals