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White-band disease and the changing face of Caribbean coral reefs.

Authors :
Aronson, Richard B.
Precht, William F.
Source :
Hydrobiologia; Sep2001, Vol. 460 Issue 1-3, p25, 14p
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Focuses on the white-band disease among corals and its impact on coral reefs in Caribbean region. Relationship between coral mortality rate and white-band disease in the region; Role of decreased herbivory and increased nutrient input in coral mortality; Connection between white-band disease and increased human activity in the region.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00188158
Volume :
460
Issue :
1-3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Hydrobiologia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9567688
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1013103928980