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Tagging mortality in acoustic telemetry studies: Insights from a multispecies analysis
Martínez-Ramírez, L.; Bentes, L.; Dias, A.; Erzini, K.; Gandra, M.; Kraft, S.; Winkler, A.C.; Abecasis, D. (2024). Tagging mortality in acoustic telemetry studies: Insights from a multispecies analysis. J. Fish Biol. Early view. https://dx.doi.org/10.1111/jfb.15790
In: Journal of Fish Biology. Fisheries Society of the British Isles: London,New York,. ISSN 0022-1112; e-ISSN 1095-8649, more
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Keywords
    Fate
    Fish tracking
    Measurement > Telemetry > Acoustic telemetry
    Survival
    Marine/Coastal
Author keywords
    mortality analysis, tagging mortality

Authors  Top 
  • Martínez-Ramírez, L.
  • Bentes, L.
  • Dias, A.
  • Erzini, K.
  • Gandra, M.
  • Kraft, S.
  • Winkler, A.C.
  • Abecasis, D., more

Abstract
    The widespread adoption of acoustic telemetry has transformed our understanding of marine species' behavior and movement ecology. However, accurately interpreting telemetry data, especially concerning tagging mortality, is essential for drawing valid conclusions. In this study, we scrutinized tagging mortality in 223 individuals across 14 species and evaluated the impact of tagging methodologies, including capture method and size effects. Results reveal high tagging survival rates overall, attributable to the resiliency of the studied species and the rigorous animal welfare protocols followed during tagging procedures. Our results highlight the importance of tailoring array designs to the specific mobility patterns of the studied species for accurate survival assessments. This research contributes to generalizing mortality assessments and clearing the path for more precise and reliable telemetry studies in the future.

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