Marine habitat study in Tairāwhiti and Hawke's Bay reveals seafloor impacts of cyclones Hale and Gabrielle, affecting 11 of 36 surveyed locations.
New research on marine habitats in Tairāwhiti and Hawke's Bay reveals impacts of cyclones Hale and Gabrielle on seafloor ecosystems. The study by NIWA on behalf of Fisheries New Zealand found sediment impacts on 11 of 36 locations surveyed with underwater cameras, while satellite images suggest water quality influence lasted two to three months. This information will aid fishery management decisions and help plan for future extreme weather events.
May 07, 2024
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