ATLANTIC BLUEFIN TUNA
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Context
- Atlantic bluefin tuna are migrating north due to warming seas, impacting ecosystems and communities, per Trinity College Dublin study.
Details
Key Points
- Species Overview:
- Atlantic bluefin tuna, historically abundant in Irish waters, face threats from overfishing and climate change.
- Climate Impact:
- Warming seas are causing tuna to migrate north, impacting marine ecosystems and coastal communities.
- Research Efforts:
- Trinity College Dublin and Irish Marine Institute tracked tuna migration using satellite tags.
- Findings:
- Some tuna travelled to the Mid-Atlantic and Mediterranean, with several returning to Ireland the following year.
- Conservation:
- Improved management has led to the reappearance of bluefins in Irish waters, but climate change poses ongoing risks.
- Future Research:
- Ongoing studies aim to understand changes in marine ecosystems to help Ireland adapt to climate change.
Sources:
Down to Earth
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Atlantic bluefin tuna: 1.It has historically been abundant in the North Atlantic, including Irish waters. 2.Satellite tagging has been used to track its migration patterns. 3.The species is unaffected by climate change. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A) 1 and 2 only B) 1 and 3 only C) 2 and 3 only D) 1, 2, and 3 Answer: A) 1 and 2 only |
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