Evidence of ontogenetic migration from mangroves to coral reefs by black-tail snapper Lutjanus fulvus: stable isotope approach

Nakamura, Yohei; Horinouchi, Masahiro; Shibuno, Takuro; Tanaka, Yoshiyuki; Miyajima, Toshihiro; Koike, Isao; Kurokura, Hisashi; Sano, Mitsuhiko

doi:10.3354/meps07234

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“…These results supported the hypothesis that the major spring peak of pink shrimp recruitment into the South Florida offshore fisheries is fueled by ontogenetic migration from seagrass meadows. Nakamura et al (2008) used a similar bulk muscle d 13 C approach to infer black-tail snapper (Lutjanus fulvus) movement from coastal mangroves to coral reefs around Ishigaki Island, Japan. The authors identified distinct mangrove (223% to 217%) and coral reef (216% to 28%) habitat signatures using local prey and congeneric resident fish, mangrove red snapper (Lutjanus argentimaculatus) and humpback red snapper (Lutjanus gibbus), respectively.…”

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A review of ecogeochemistry approaches to estimating movements of marine animals

McMahon

Hamady

Thorrold

2013

Limnology & Oceanography

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Ecogeochemistry-the application of geochemical techniques to fundamental questions in population and community ecology-has been used in animal migration studies in terrestrial environments for several decades; however, the approach has received far less attention in marine systems. This review includes comprehensive meta-analyses of organic zooplankton d 13 C and d 15 N values at the base of the food web, dissolved inorganic carbon d 13 C values, and seawater d 18 O values to create, for the first time, robust isoscapes for the Atlantic Ocean. These isoscapes present far greater geographic variability in multiple geochemical tracers than was previously thought, thus forming the foundation for reconstructions of habitat use and migration patterns of marine organisms. We review several additional tracers, including trace-element-to-calcium ratios and heavy element stable isotopes, to examine anadromous migrations. We highlight the value of the ecogeochemistry approach by examining case studies on three components of connectivity: dispersal and natal homing, functional connectivity, and migratory connectivity. We also discuss recent advances in compound-specific stable carbon and nitrogen isotope analyses for tracking animal movement. A better understanding of isotopic routing and fractionation factors, particularly of individual compound classes, is necessary to realize the full potential of ecogeochemistry.

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A review of ecogeochemistry approaches to estimating movements of marine animals

McMahon

Hamady

Thorrold

2013

Limnology & Oceanography

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“…Analysis of δ 13 C and δ 15 N values of collected organisms was based on a method reported by Nakamura et al (2008). In general, the fillet tissue of the giant mudskipper, fiddler crabs, medaka fish and juveniles of indeterminate fish species (all collected from the field), and indeterminate remains (obtained from the stomach content analysis) were washed with Mili-Q water and dried in an oven (Advantec SP650, Japan) at 60 • C for at least 24 hours or until a constant weight was obtained.…”

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Food preference of the giant mudskipperPeriophthalmodon schlosseri(Teleostei : Gobiidae)

Mohamat-Yusuff

2012

Knowl. Managt. Aquatic Ecosyst.

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“…These isotopic signatures suggest that juvenile and/or adult fish probably choose more than one habitat to feed, find shelter or both (Lugendo et al, 2006(Lugendo et al, , 2007. Their movements may be triggered by several factors: tides, food availability, variation in salinity and/or ontogeny (Cocheret de la Morinière et al, 2003;Lugendo et al, 2005Lugendo et al, , 2006Nakamura et al, 2008;Kimirei et al, 2013). Mangroves may, therefore, be designated as potential nurseries for pelagic and demersal coral reef fish and crustaceans (Laegdsgaard & Johnson, 2001;Nagelkerken et al, 2002;Nagelkerken, 2009).…”

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The mangrove forests as nursery habitats for the ichthyofauna of Mida Creek (Kenya, East Africa)

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This study investigated the presumed nursery function of mangroves for the ichthyofauna in East African swamp forests, Mida Creek. The species and size composition of the fish fauna and their trophic interactions were studied for five stations. Samples were collected during 5-6 consecutive days close to spring tide in mid-July 2011. Fish were caught using different types of passive fishing gear, such as large and small fyke nets, gill nets and, additionally, beach seines. All individuals were identified to species level, measured and preserved for further analyses. Stomach content analysis was applied to provide information about their diet. Stable isotope analysis was used to detect whether the source of primary production for the higher trophic levels is mangrove-related or not. A total of 27 fish species was recorded in a catch of 938 teleost specimens. Our analyses showed that a majority of fish belonged to the zoobenthivorous/omnivorous trophic mode, since they were partially feeding on invertebrates and on various other food sources. Two species (Sphyraena barracuda and Synodus variegatus) exhibited a mixed diet, with a piscivorous preference. Results concerning the population structure suggested that the fish community of Mida mainly consists of transient species. Juveniles were numerically more abundant in the whole Creek than adults. These findings support the hypothesis of a nursery function of the mangrove forests, Mida Creek.

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Evidence of ontogenetic migration from mangroves to coral reefs by black-tail snapper Lutjanus fulvus: stable isotope approach

Cited by 73 publications

References 24 publications

A review of ecogeochemistry approaches to estimating movements of marine animals

A review of ecogeochemistry approaches to estimating movements of marine animals

Food preference of the giant mudskipperPeriophthalmodon schlosseri(Teleostei : Gobiidae)

The mangrove forests as nursery habitats for the ichthyofauna of Mida Creek (Kenya, East Africa)

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