Spawning Aggregations of Plectropomus areolatus

Main Ref. Rhodes, K., Nemeth, R. & Kadison, E., 2014, Spatial, temporal, and environmental dynamics of a multi-species epinephelid spawning aggregation in Pohnpei, Micronesia, Coral Reefs DOI 10.1007/s00338-014-1172-z
Spawning type Unknown
Aggregation type Unknown
Spawning evidence
Direct
Indirect
Significant increase in numbers observed (eg > 3x)
Status Decreasing
Lunar phase Full moon;
Habitat type Reef flat; Reef promontory (point); Outer reef slope
Management Marine Protected Area; Size limits ; Spawning season sales ban Gear Hook and Line
Country Micronesia
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