Document of bibliographic reference 312808

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Bibliographic resource

Type of document

Journal article

BibLvlCode

AS

Title

Nematode response to metal, PAHs and organic enrichment in tourist marinas of the Mediterranean Sea

Abstract

The structure of nematode assemblages was investigated in the sediments of two different tourist marinas in the Mediterranean Sea and related to pollution variables. Nematode densities and generic compositions were determined, as were concentrations of heavy metals, PAHs and organic matter. Results showed different assemblages at the two marinas, with a dominance of the genera Paralongicyatholaimus and Daptonema. Significant correlations between nematodes and concentrations of environmental contaminants were found. In particular, Paralongicyatholaimus showed a significant negative correlation with Cu concentrations and was almost absent at the stations where higher Cu concentrations were found. The presence of sensitive/tolerant nematode genera represents a promising tool to identify areas subjected to a higher level of disturbance and to define the correct environmental management strategy for harbors.

WebOfScience code

https://www.webofscience.com/wos/woscc/full-record/WOS:000269142000023

Bibliographic citation

Moreno, M.; Albertelli, G.; Fabiano, M. (2009). Nematode response to metal, PAHs and organic enrichment in tourist marinas of the Mediterranean Sea. Mar. Pollut. Bull. 58(8): 1192-1201. https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.marpolbul.2009.03.016

Topic

Marine

Is peer reviewed

true