Giant Devil Rays in the North-Western Mediterranean Sea

Original provider: Giuseppe Notarbartolo di Sciara, Tethys Research Institute Dataset credits: Tethys Research Institute Abstract: The giant devil ray <i>Mobula mobular</i>, the only Mediterranean mobulid, is subject to mortality caused by directed and accidental captures in fisheries throughout the region. Whilst the combination of human impacts, limited range and a low reproductive potential is not inconsistent with its endangered listing, there are insufficient data to enable a quantitative assessment of trends. Without this, it is difficult to assess and prioritise threats and develop effective conservation actions.

Identification

Publication Date: 2021-03-11

Title: Giant Devil Rays in the North-Western Mediterranean Sea

Abstract: Original provider: Giuseppe Notarbartolo di Sciara, Tethys Research Institute Dataset credits: Tethys Research Institute Abstract: The giant devil ray <i>Mobula mobular</i>, the only Mediterranean mobulid, is subject to mortality caused by directed and accidental captures in fisheries throughout the region. Whilst the combination of human impacts, limited range and a low reproductive potential is not inconsistent with its endangered listing, there are insufficient data to enable a quantitative assessment of trends. Without this, it is difficult to assess and prioritise threats and develop effective conservation actions.

Dataset Language: en

Dataset Creator: Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ)

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Metadata Provider: Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ)

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http://www.vliz.be

Dataset Contact: Giuseppe Notarbartolo di Sciara

Keywords (ASFA )

Distribution
Mediterranean Sea
Rays

Geographic CoverageMRGID:1905

Geographic Description: MED, Mediterranean

Temporal Coverage

Range of Dates

Begin Date

2009-07-21

End Date

2013-08-07

Taxonomic Coverageurn:lsid:marinespecies.org:taxname:105858

General Taxonomic Coverage: 105858

Taxonomic Classification

Taxonomic Rank Name: species

Taxonomic Rank Value: Mobula mobular

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