Ep61 - May epekto ba ang ipot ng ibon sa Tubbataha Reef
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Dr. Licuanan discussed the current status of Tubbataha Reef, specifically the increase in microalgae and other organisms affecting the reef's benthic cover. He also discussed the possible causes of these changes such as increased nutrient levels from seabird guano.
⌛Chapters
00:00 Tubbataha Reef
12:27 Studying Tubbataha Benthic Cover
20:59 Changes in Coral Reefs
32:15 Analyzing Nutrient Inputs
39:30 Research Challenges
44:24 Advice for Young Researchers
📚Reference:
Cadiz MM et al. 2024. Recent Changes (2018–2022) in Benthic Cover in Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, Sulu Sea, the Philippines. Philipp J Sci 153(6B): 2209–2239.
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