Abstract:Present study was conducted in the coastal region of Ishigaki Island, southwest Japan to analyze possible driving forces of water circulation which is crucial to the understanding of coastal ecosystems. Data were collected through the deployment of oceanographic instruments in and outside the reef. The time series of current velocities indicates that Shiraho coral reef is characterized by an almost regular and controlled water circulation under calm wind condition. Tidally forced oceanic water entered the reef… Show more
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