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Showing 1 to 11 of 11 for “"Hauraki Gulf"”.
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The Ecology of Large Marine Predators in the Hauraki Gulf
… to study, and of high conservation concern. The Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand, is a trophic hotspot that supports a diverse range of large marine predators, yet most of the existing research pertains to single-species or species groups. This study aimed to perform a comprehensive study of the …
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Genetic identity and ecology of Bryde's whales in the Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand
… long-term research has been conducted in the Hauraki Gulf on Bryde’s whales; the least studied baleen whale. This thesis investigates this population using photoidentification and sighting records obtained from boat-based opportunistic surveys and genetic analyses of samples from living and …
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The rise and fall of the spiny lobster (Jasus edwardsii) in the Hauraki Gulf, northeastern New Zealand
… inside reserves and in fished areas in the Hauraki Gulf, northeastern New Zealand, over the last two decades raise concerns about the plight of this important species. While the recent fisheries assessment suggests improvements in the wider stocks, fisheries-independent assessments are …
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Managing Cultural Heritage in "Natural" Protected Areas: Case studies of Rangitoto and Motutapu islands in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf
… restoration) – both located in Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf. The research is based on a substantial review of New Zealand and international literature, documentary analysis, interviews with heritage managers and stakeholders, and participant observation. The aim is to ascertain the factors …
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The Social Implications of Rights-Based Fisheries Management in New Zealand for Some Hauraki Gulf Fishermen and their Communities
… and Leigh, that had been active in the Hauraki Gulf snapper fishery before the QMS, were selected, initially as case studies but later as less distinctive variants. The dissertation argues that permitting the `Big Boats‘ on the coast constructed a crisis which was aggravated by loan …
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Matching nature : integrated coastal zone management in the Hauraki Gulf : a thesis presented in part fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Resource and Environmental Planning, Massey University
… of coastal management in New Zealand using the Hauraki Gulf as a case study. This would determine whether efficient, equitable and effective policy and environmental outcomes are occurring amongst different organisations and stakeholders. Research design followed an action research methodology. …
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Biomarkers (lipids, fatty acids and stable isotopes) to examine diet of the sea urchin Evechinus chloroticus.
… a contribution from Carpophyllum plumosum in the Hauraki Gulf. The use of lipid and fatty acid composition of E. chloroticus gonads collected from three locations within the Hauraki Gulf revealed a digestive pathway from the brown seaweed, especially E. radiata, to gut contents, gut and gonads, …
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Effects of turbidity on the kelp Ecklonia radiata
… across a large-scale turbidity gradient in the Hauraki Gulf, north-eastern New Zealand, and mesocosm experiments, to determine the effects of turbidity, and light, on the physiological performance, productivity and persistence of a subtidal kelp, Ecklonia radiata. Results from field studies …
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Integrated coastal and ocean management of areas hosting marine mammals a case study in the strait of Gibraltar
… activity in the Strait of Gibraltar and in the Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand, was interrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This abrupt change allowed us to investigate the effects of the human lockdowns, such as the reduction in maritime traffic, on the marine animals of the Gulf, contributing to …
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Distribution patterns of fish during the planktonic period of their life history
… on scales encompassing broad areas of the outer Hauraki Gulf and smaller areas of 1 - 100m. The ages of these small fish were also investigated by examining daily increments in the otoliths, and this allowed a more complete interpretation of distribution patterns. Sampling that was carried out at …
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Distributional relationships among subtidal algae, sea urchins and reef fish in northeastern New Zealand
… modes (50-60 mm TD) being found at Inner Hauraki Gulf sites, and largest modes at the offshore Mokohinau Islands (70-80 mm TD). Habitat did not predictably affect population size structure. A bimodal population structure was maintained at Waterfall Reef rock flats throughout the 5-year …