COSEE Ocean Systems: News
Study unlocks faster way to assess ocean ecosystem health
Description: A new study published today identifies a set of features common to all ocean ecosystems that provide a visual diagnosis of the health of the underwater environment coastal communities rely on. Together, the features detail cumulative effects of threats -- such as overfishing, pollution, and invasive species -- so responders can act quickly to increase ocean resiliency and sustainability. [Source: NOAA Fisheries]
URL: http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/mediacenter/2015/11/10_11_ecosystemindicators.html
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Source: NOAA Fisheries
Publish Date: 11/10/2015
Reading Level: Basic
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