Differential Larval Growth Strategies and Trophodynamics of Larval Atlantic Bluefin Tuna from Two Discrete Spawning Grounds
January 06, 2025
This study compares the growth and trophic dynamics of Atlantic bluefin tuna larvae from the Gulf of Mexico and the Mediterranean Sea.
We found significant differences in growth rates and trophic positions, with Gulf of Mexico larvae showing faster growth and higher trophic positions. The findings emphasize the importance of understanding the unique early life dynamics of bluefin tuna in different spawning areas. This information will help to manage their populations effectively.
Malca Estrella, José M. Quintanilla, Trika Gerard, Francisco Alemany, Tracey Sutton, Alberto García, John T. Lamkin, and Raúl Laiz-Carrión. 2023. Differential larval growth strategies and trophodynamics of larval Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) from two discrete spawning grounds. Frontiers in Marine Science, 10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmars.2023.1233249