Spiny lobster larvae spend six to nine months drifting in the open ocean, feeding within the plankton community, before eventually settling into shallow-water habitats such as mangroves, seagrass beds or coral reefs. This means the number of young lobsters reaching Bermuda is strongly influenced by ocean conditions across the wider North Atlantic and Caribbean region.
New research links ocean conditions to spiny lobster populations in Bermuda
The article discusses how spiny lobster larvae, which drift in the ocean for several months, are affected by ocean conditions in the North Atlantic and Caribbean, impacting their population in Bermuda. This research highlights the interconnectedness of marine ecosystems and fisheries. While not directly related to Iran, understanding global marine resources can influence regional fisheries and food security.
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