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Title: Seasonal variation in species composition of recently settled fouling communities along an environmental gradient in the Indian River Lagoon, Florida.
Creator: Mook, David H., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1980
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3172955
Subject Headings: Fouling organisms, Species, Seasons, Distribution, Indian River (Fla.: Lagoon)
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Gelatinous zooplankton net-collected in the Gulf of Maine and adjacent submarine canyons: newspecies, new family (Jeanboilloniidae), taxonomic remarks and some parasites.
Creator: Pages, F., Flood, P. R., Youngbluth, Marsh J.
Date Issued: 2006
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007158
Subject Headings: Maine, Gulf of, Zooplankton, Siphonophores, Hydrozoa, Species, Taxonomy (Biology), Parasites
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: A new species of poecilosclerid sponge (Porifera) from bathyal methane seeps in the Gulf ofMexico.
Creator: Maldonado, Manuel, Young, Craig M., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1998
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007236
Subject Headings: Mexico, Gulf of, Sponges, Porifera, Poecilosclerida, Methane, Species
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Distribution of fishes in seagrass meadows: role of macrophyte biomass and species composition.
Creator: Stoner, Allan W., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1983
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3336785
Subject Headings: Seagrasses--Florida, Fishes--Geographical distribution, Biomass, Species diversity
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Intraspecific variation in the pollution indicator polychaete Polydora ligni (Spionidae).
Creator: Rice, Stanley A., Simon, J. L., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1980
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007079
Subject Headings: Polychaeta, Polydora ligni, Spionidae, Species, Indicators (Biology), Pollution
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Two new species of prayine siphonophore (Calycophorae, Prayidae) collected by the submersibles Johnson-Sea-Link I and II.
Creator: Pugh, P. R., Youngbluth, Marsh J.
Date Issued: 1988
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007066
Subject Headings: Siphonophores, Johnson-Sea-Link II (Submarine), Species, Morphology
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Predation on estuarine infauna: Response patterns of component species.
Creator: Virnstein, Robert W., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1979
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3174215
Subject Headings: Predation (Biology), Blue crab, Fishes, Species, Estuarine animals
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Coastal habitat description and species accounts for Microphis brachyurus lineatus, Gobiomorus dormitor, Awaous tajasica, Gobionellus pseudofasciatus, Gobionellus stigmaturus and Bairdiella sanctaeluciae.
Creator: Gilmore, R. G., Gilbert, C. R., Snelson, F. F., Yerger, R. W., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1992
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007446
Subject Headings: Endangered habitats, Endangered species, Pipefishes, Eleotridae, Gobiidae, Sciaenidae, Perciformes
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Medusae from McMurdo sound, Ross Sea including the descriptions of two new species, Leuckartiara brownei and Benthocodon hyalinus.
Creator: Larson, R. J., Harbison, G. R., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1990
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3333178
Subject Headings: Medusae, Species, McMurdo Sound (Antarctica), Hydrozoa
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Molluscan biodiversity in the Indian River Lagoon, Florida.
Creator: Mikkelsen, Paula M., Mikkelsen, Paul S., Karlen, David J., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1995
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3172957
Subject Headings: Mollusks, Mollusks --Florida, Indian River (Fla.: Lagoon), Biodiversity conservation, Species
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Comparison of Florida reef fish assemblages using a rapid visual technique.
Creator: Jones, Robert S., Thompson, M. John, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1978
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3174436
Subject Headings: Coral reef fishes, Fish populations, Species diversity, Visualization --Technique, Shipwrecks
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Viral Papillomatosis in Florida Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris).
Creator: Bossart, Gregory D., Ewing, Ruth Y., Lowe, Mark, Sweat, Mark, Decker, Susan J., Walsh, Catherine J., Ghim, Shin-je, Jenson, A. Bennett, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 2002
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/2848303
Subject Headings: Voice --physiology, Manatees --Florida, Papillomaviruses, Endangered species, Immunosuppression
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Thyone tanyspeira, a new species of sea cucumber from the southern Caribbean Sea (Echinodermata: Holothuroidea).
Creator: Pawson, David L., Miller, John E., Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
Date Issued: 1988
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FCLA/DT/3173009
Subject Headings: Sea cucumbers, Sea cucumbers --Identification, Species, Diagnosis, Gonads
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Spongionella foliascens: a new foliose dendroceratid sponge from the western Atlantic.
Creator: Kelly-Borges, M., Pomponi, Shirley A., Vacelet, J.
Date Issued: 1993
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007223
Subject Headings: Mexico, Gulf of, Porifera, Sponges, Taxonomy, Animal, Species
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Fluctuating craniodental asymmetry in the southern African cheetah Acinonyx jubatus jubatus.
Creator: Sabshin, Stephanie Julia., Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Abstract/Description: The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) continues to be an object of intensive study with respect to its genetic heterozygosity and its drastic decline in the wild. Fluctuating asymmetry (FA) has been used to evaluate the levels of inbreeding and monomorphism in the cheetah. A measurement of craniodental FA was undertaken to compare the southern African cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus jubatus) with previously collected craniodental FA measurements from the East African cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus raineyi)....
Show moreThe cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) continues to be an object of intensive study with respect to its genetic heterozygosity and its drastic decline in the wild. Fluctuating asymmetry (FA) has been used to evaluate the levels of inbreeding and monomorphism in the cheetah. A measurement of craniodental FA was undertaken to compare the southern African cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus jubatus) with previously collected craniodental FA measurements from the East African cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus raineyi). Unlike their counterparts, the southern African cheetah did not show significant asymmetry. These findings suggest that fluctuating asymmetry cannot be used as a determination of genetic depletion in cheetahs.
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Date Issued: 2007
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/11598
Subject Headings: Endangered species, Wildlife conservation, Anthropometry, Craniometry
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Utilizing Remote Sensing to Describe the Area of Occurrence of the Dania Beach Monkeys, Chlorocebus sabaeus, from Introduction to Present.
Creator: Lyon, Ashley M., Detwiler, Kate, Florida Atlantic University, Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, Department of Anthropology
Abstract/Description: This research investigates land use change and the area of occurrence of an introduced primate species, Chlorocebus sabaeus, from 1940 until the present. Research into the importation and subsequent release of these monkeys has revealed that they were released from a failed tourist attraction in 1947. The attraction was located southeast of the Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Remote sensing techniques were utilized to examine land use change over time, create a...
Show moreThis research investigates land use change and the area of occurrence of an introduced primate species, Chlorocebus sabaeus, from 1940 until the present. Research into the importation and subsequent release of these monkeys has revealed that they were released from a failed tourist attraction in 1947. The attraction was located southeast of the Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Remote sensing techniques were utilized to examine land use change over time, create a land classification map, and create a canopy model. These data were used to better understand the area of occurrence of an introduced primate species by examining anthropogenic changes through time and measuring changes in available forest habitat. Corridors, and their transformation through the decades, were evaluated to better understand potential dispersal routes and connectivity to natural areas for colonization.
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Date Issued: 2019
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013330
Subject Headings: Green monkey, Introduced species, Dania Beach (Fla ), Remote sensing
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: REPRODUCTIVE RESPONSES OF THREE HERON SPECIES TO VARIABLE FORAGING CONDITIONS AND NESTING ISLAND TYPE IN A MANAGED LAKE ECOSYSTEM.
Creator: Evans, Jacquelyn D., Gawlik, Dale E., Florida Atlantic University, Department of Biological Sciences, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Abstract/Description: The relationship between water-level fluctuations and wading bird nest numbers and nesting location is well documented, yet species-specific reproductive responses of wading birds to environmental drivers and nesting habitat type is poorly understood. Here, I compared the reproductive responses of two ecologically similar species, Snowy Egret and Tricolored Heron, to foraging conditions influenced by water management and examined the effect of nestling island type on the reproductive success...
Show moreThe relationship between water-level fluctuations and wading bird nest numbers and nesting location is well documented, yet species-specific reproductive responses of wading birds to environmental drivers and nesting habitat type is poorly understood. Here, I compared the reproductive responses of two ecologically similar species, Snowy Egret and Tricolored Heron, to foraging conditions influenced by water management and examined the effect of nestling island type on the reproductive success of three wading bird species. Reproductive responses to foraging conditions were broadly similar between Snowy Egrets and Tricolored Herons, however this study revealed specific-specific differences that could lead to different population dynamics in response to management over the long-term. I also found that these two species had lower productivity at spoil islands than marsh colonies, whereas Great Egret productivity did not vary by colony type. This study demonstrates the importance of establishing species-species relationships between productivity and environmental conditions
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Date Issued: 2020
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013550
Subject Headings: Herons--Ecology, Reproduction, Nesting behavior, Okeechobee, Lake (Fla), Species
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Title: Mechanisms of Coexistence Between Two Octopus Species In A South Florida Lagoon.
Creator: Bennice, Chelsea, Brooks, W. Randy, Florida Atlantic University, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, Department of Biological Sciences
Abstract/Description: Theoretically, sympatric species must partition resources or space to allow for coexistence. Determining empirically the specific resources each species exploits and species’ interactions (e.g., intra- and interspecific competition) can sometimes be challenging, thus the data are relatively sparse for certain taxa. This paucity of data exists for octopuses. Therefore, I chose to study niches of two sympatric octopuses (Octopus vulgaris and Macrotritopus defilippi) in an intracoastal habitat....
Show moreTheoretically, sympatric species must partition resources or space to allow for coexistence. Determining empirically the specific resources each species exploits and species’ interactions (e.g., intra- and interspecific competition) can sometimes be challenging, thus the data are relatively sparse for certain taxa. This paucity of data exists for octopuses. Therefore, I chose to study niches of two sympatric octopuses (Octopus vulgaris and Macrotritopus defilippi) in an intracoastal habitat. Specifically, I assessed (1) spatial distribution of octopus home or “den” space, (2) habitat association, (3) octopus abundance, (4) foraging activity periods, (5) diet, and (6) associated substrates and behaviors used during foraging events. Octopus den locations were marked by GPS to quantify spatial patterns of both species and their spatial relationship to each other. Habitat associations were measured by quantifying photoquadrats of den and surrounding habitats. For foraging activity periods, a video camera was placed near an octopus den for 24-h observation to determine when each octopus species leaves/returns from foraging. Underwater video recording was used to determine associated foraging substrates and behaviors for both species. Prey remains from octopus’ dens and video recordings indicating prey consumption were used to determine diets of the two octopus species. Video recordings from the 24-h camera and foraging behavior events also provided observations of intra- and interspecific interactions. Results revealed that the two species are interspersed throughout the shallow Florida lagoon and are both abundant during the spring months (March, April, May). Although both species are interspersed throughout the lagoon, their den and surrounding habitat association differed. O. vulgaris was associated with hard bottom and M. defilippi was associated with soft bottom, thus they may not compete strongly for habitats. Each species used different foraging strategies and different primary prey, which may also lessen competition and facilitate coexistence. O. vulgaris had peak foraging activity during night hours, foraged mostly on hard bottom and mainly consumed bivalves while M. defilippi had peak foraging activity during day hours, foraged mostly on soft bottom and mainly consumed crustaceans. Octopuses also had species-specific foraging behaviors, with O. vulgaris using parachute attack and M. defilippi using flounder swimming and tripod stance. Additional intra- and interspecific interactions were video recorded and included: fishes following octopuses, predation attempts, agonistic encounters, cannibalism, and tactile communication. This study identified ecological and behavioral components that may facilitate coexistence of these sympatric species, provided insight into cephalopod niches and ecology, and provided baseline conservation requirements for sand-dwelling cephalopods, both of which may be using this site as a mating and nursery habitat.
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Date Issued: 2019
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013185
Subject Headings: Octopuses, Sympatry (Biology), Coexistence of species, Lagoons--Florida
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: SALT MARSH SPECIES CLASSIFICATION AND SOIL PROPERTY MODELING USING MULTIPLE REMOTE SENSORS.
Creator: Nicholson, Heather M., Zhang, Caiyun, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Geosciences, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Abstract/Description: Salt marshes are highly dynamic ecosystems that rely on multiple environmental and physical drivers that determine species distribution and soil property distribution. However, climate change and human interference are threatening the delicate ecosystem. One of the easiest ways to monitor marsh dynamics is through remote sensing. Traditional methods may not handle the large, non-parametric datasets well and often do not spatially determine areas of uncertainty. This dissertation research...
Show moreSalt marshes are highly dynamic ecosystems that rely on multiple environmental and physical drivers that determine species distribution and soil property distribution. However, climate change and human interference are threatening the delicate ecosystem. One of the easiest ways to monitor marsh dynamics is through remote sensing. Traditional methods may not handle the large, non-parametric datasets well and often do not spatially determine areas of uncertainty. This dissertation research developed a framework to map marsh species and predict ground soil properties using multiple remote sensing data sources by integrating modern Object-based Image Analysis (OBIA), machine learning, data fusion, and band indices techniques. It also sought to determine areas of uncertainty in the final outputs and differences between different spectral resolutions. Five machine learning classifiers were examined including Support Vector Machine (SVM) and Random Forest (RF) to map marsh species. Overall results illustrated that RF and SVM typically performed best, especially when using hyperspectral data combined with DEM information. Seven regressors were assessed to map three different soil properties. Again, RF and SVM performed the best no matter the dataset used, or soil property mapped. Soil salinity had r as high as 0.93, soil moisture had r as high as 0.91, and soil organic an r as high as 0.74 when using hyperspectral data.
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Date Issued: 2022
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014000
Subject Headings: Salt marshes, Salt marsh ecology, Species, Remote sensing
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Title: THE ADAPTABILITY OF CHLOROCEBUS: A LOOK INTO THE BIRTH SEASONALITY AND POPULATION GROWTH OF THE VERVETS IN DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA.
Creator: Frederick, Aubrey G., Harris, Michael D., Florida Atlantic University, Department of Anthropology, Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters
Abstract/Description: My study, presented as a short report, focuses on one of the Chlorocebus sabaeus vervet social groups residing in the coastal town of Dania Beach, Florida. Few researchers have studied these introduced primates in this particular region. Due to Chlorocebus’ flexible adaptation, they have an ability to live among humans in urban environments and in the Caribbean. Primate researchers primarily study factors that support and threaten their survival. Dr. Missy Williams, formerly of Florida...
Show moreMy study, presented as a short report, focuses on one of the Chlorocebus sabaeus vervet social groups residing in the coastal town of Dania Beach, Florida. Few researchers have studied these introduced primates in this particular region. Due to Chlorocebus’ flexible adaptation, they have an ability to live among humans in urban environments and in the Caribbean. Primate researchers primarily study factors that support and threaten their survival. Dr. Missy Williams, formerly of Florida Atlantic University, has conducted research on these social groups for several years, and my study adds more information to understanding the current status of the vervet population. In this study, I examine if birth seasonality correlates with annual rainfall in the South Florida region.
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Date Issued: 2023
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014209
Subject Headings: Vervet monkey, Introduced species, Dania Beach (Fla.), Season of birth
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