Publications by authors named "K A Murchy"
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- Underwater ecosystems are increasingly affected by anthropogenic noise, which leads to significant uncertainty about its impact on aquatic communities.
- A meta-analysis of 835 data points from 46 studies revealed that anthropogenic and synthetic sounds negatively impact aquatic invertebrates' behavior and physiology, while environmental sounds have a slightly positive effect.
- The research highlights the need to include aquatic invertebrates in studies on noise pollution and its effects, as their sensitivity to sound changes can have significant repercussions for individual species and aquatic ecosystems.
A preliminary description of sounds produced by three species of Pacific salmon was conducted to address the lack of quantified call characteristics in previous studies. Wild Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), pink salmon (O. gorbuscha), and coho salmon (O.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn recent decades shipping traffic has increased, leading to elevated underwater ambient noise levels. Research has been conducted on the noise generated by ships underway, however little is known about potential noise from ships at anchor. In coastal regions, commercial vessels can seek anchorages prior to entering port, leading to concern regarding the impacts on the soundscape and marine ecosystems.
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