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When coral reefs change, researchers and local fishing communities see different results
Researchers analyzed the composition of fish caught near the island of Moorea in French Polynesia.
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Scientists looked at fish abundance on the reef in comparison to fish species sold on the island.
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The marine biologists used sizing cards to determine the sizes of fish that were caught and sold.
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Understanding which fish were offered at markets was important to the study.
Credit: Mark Strother
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The researchers charted courses around the island to survey which fish were at roadside stands.
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The team worked to understand how fishing behavior changed in response to changes on the reef.
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