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Biological associations (rocky shore algae, molluscs and amphipods) around coast of Sao Miguel Island, Azores (1988-90)
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General | |
Data holding centre | University of Azores, Department of Biology (Marine Biology Team) |
Country | Portugal |
Time period | From January 1988 to December 1990 |
Ongoing | No |
Geographical area | Sao Miguel island, Azores |
Observations | |
Parameters | Macroalgae and seagrass taxonomy-related counts; Zoobenthos taxonomic abundance; Zoobenthos taxonomy-related counts; Phytoplankton growth; Phytoplankton taxonomic abundance in water bodies |
Instruments | Plankton nets; benthos samplers; manual biota samplers |
Description | |
Summary | Monthly samples were obtained by scraping the algal cover of 125 sq.cm. quadrats at several stations around the island. Subsequent sorting and counting provided data on community structure and ecology. Taxonomic reference collections were also made. |
Originators | University of Azores, Department of Biology (Marine Biology Team) |
Availability | |
Organisation | University of Azores, Department of Biology (Marine Biology Team) |
Availability | By negotiation |
Contact | Dr. Ana I. Neto/Dr. Jose M.N. Azevedo |
Address | University of Azores, Department of Biology (Marine Biology Team) |
Telephone | +96 652 602 |
Facsimile | +351 295650100 |
aneto@uac.pt/azevedo@uac.pt | |
Administration | |
Collating centre | Hydrographic Institute |
Local identifier | 15036003 |
Global identifier | 2280 |
Last revised | 2009-10-29 |