A Novel Technique to Detect Epipelagic Fish Populations and Map Their Habitat
Abstract
The ultimate goal of this research project is to substantially improve scientists' understanding of the relation between ecologically important key fish species (e.g., sardine and albacore) and the physical environment by collecting synoptic measurements with improved spatial and temporal resolution of observations. The author's partnership program is striving to develop a new method for detecting fish and synoptically mapping their environment at nested spatial and temporal scales. This new technique involves employing aerial data collection techniques (which are able to collect data at a much larger range of temporal and spatial scales than traditional methods) and coupling them with directed and coordinated ship-based observations, buoy data, and satellite-derived information. The nested array of observations are being analyzed and modeled in a Geographical Information System-based environment to provide qualitative and quantitative views of habitat- and behavior-induced fish distribution patterns.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA475653
Entities
People
- Kelly Benoit-Bird
Organizations
- Oregon State University