Conservation physiology proposes that measures of physiological stress (glucocorticoid
levels) can be used to assess the status and future fate of natural populations. Increases in …

Oxidative stress occurs when the levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) overcome the
antioxidant defenses of the organism, jeopardizing several biological functions, including …

Global contamination with per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) poses a threat to both
human health and the environment, with significant implications for ecological conservation …

For over a century, physiological tools and techniques have been allowing researchers to
characterize how organisms respond to changes in their natural environment and how they …

Biomarkers play a pivotal role in monitoring the ecological integrity of aquatic environments.
They offer valuable insights into the impacts of pollutants and environmental stressors on the …

Ammonia and nitrite are two of the most toxic substances for ecosystems and aquatic
organisms. The present study aimed to investigate the single and combined effects of …

The state of the art of research on the environmental physiology of marine fishes is reviewed
from the perspective of how it can contribute to conservation of biodiversity and fishery …

Environmental change and biodiversity loss are but two of the complex challenges facing
conservation practitioners and policy makers. Relevant and robust scientific knowledge is …

Artificial light at night (ALAN), termed light pollution, is an increasingly important
anthropogenic environmental pressure on wildlife. Exposure to unnatural lighting …

All air‐breathing organisms must face the challenge of oxidative damage, and
understanding how animals cope can lend insight into their ecology. Unlike other …