Publications by authors named "Aline Cristina Alves"
Article Synopsis
- The study focused on the spawning ecology of the damselfish Stegastes sanctipauli in the St Peter and St Paul's Archipelago, aiming to identify factors impacting reproductive success based on egg loss rates throughout the spawning season.
- Egg predation peaked near the last quarter moon, primarily due to the actions of the fish Halichoeres radiatus, with larger nests at higher egg densities facing greater predation.
- The findings indicate a balance between food availability for adult fish in shallow reefs and the high risk of egg predation, suggesting that the spawning behavior of S. sanctipauli is shaped by the need to optimize resources while minimizing threats to their offspring.
