Adaptation of Australia’s Marine Ecosystems to Climate Change : Using Science to Inform Conservation Management
Joint Authors
Johnson, Johanna E.
Holbrook, Neil J.
Source
International Journal of Ecology
Issue
Vol. 2014, Issue 2014 (31 Dec. 2014), pp.1-12, 12 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2014-02-25
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
12
Main Subjects
Natural & Life Sciences (Multidisciplinary)
Biology
Abstract EN
The challenges that climate change poses for marine ecosystems are already manifesting in impacts at the species, population, and community levels in Australia, particularly in Tasmania and tropical northern Australia.
Many species and habitats are already under threat as a result of human activities, and the additional pressure from climate change significantly increases the challenge for marine conservation and management.
Climate change impacts are expected to magnify as sea surface temperatures, ocean chemistry, ocean circulation, sea level, rainfall, and storm patterns continue to change this century.
In particular, keystone species that form the foundation of marine habitats, such as coral reefs, kelp beds, and temperate rocky reefs, are projected to pass thresholds with subsequent implications for communities and ecosystems.
This review synthesises recent science in this field: the observed impacts and responses of marine ecosystems to climate change, ecological thresholds of change, and strategies for marine conservation to promote adaptation.
Increasing observations of climate-related impacts on Australia’s marine ecosystems—both temperate and tropical—are making adaptive management more important than ever before.
Our increased understanding of the impacts and responses of marine ecosystems to climate change provides a focus for “no-regrets” adaptations that can be implemented now and refined as knowledge improves.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Johnson, Johanna E.& Holbrook, Neil J.. 2014. Adaptation of Australia’s Marine Ecosystems to Climate Change : Using Science to Inform Conservation Management. International Journal of Ecology،Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448933
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Johnson, Johanna E.& Holbrook, Neil J.. Adaptation of Australia’s Marine Ecosystems to Climate Change : Using Science to Inform Conservation Management. International Journal of Ecology No. 2014 (2014), pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448933
American Medical Association (AMA)
Johnson, Johanna E.& Holbrook, Neil J.. Adaptation of Australia’s Marine Ecosystems to Climate Change : Using Science to Inform Conservation Management. International Journal of Ecology. 2014. Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448933
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-448933