Small pelagic fish (SPF) play extremely important ecological roles in marine ecosystems,
form some of the most economically valuable fisheries resources, and play a vital role in …

A total of 1345 specimens belonging to 58 different species of wild fish and seafood from the
western Mediterranean Sea were analyzed to assess total mercury levels and to estimate …

This study analysed the anthropogenic microparticles in the stomach content of the
European anchovy (Engraulis encrasicolus) in the Ligurian Sea (NW Mediterranean). The …

Abstract The Adriatic Sea is one of the largest areas of occurrence of shared small pelagic
stocks and the most fished area of the Mediterranean Sea, which is in turn one of the most …

To contribute to a better understanding of the regional dynamics of MP pollution and its
potential effects on the anchovy population and human health, here we assessed the …

This manuscript explores the role of European anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus) in the
central Mediterranean Region, shedding light on their ecological significance, conservation …

Arsenic speciation analysis was conducted on fish samples (sardine and anchovy) collected
from six areas along the Greek coastline, ie Artemisium Straits, Thermaikos Gulf, Amvrakikos …

Global warming is causing profound modifications of aquatic ecosystems and one major
outcome appears to be a decline in adult size of many fish species. Over the last decade …

Aquatic ecosystems can exhibit seasonal variation in resource availability and animals have
evolved to cope with the associated caloric restriction. During winter in the NW …

Engraulis encrasicolus and Sardina pilchardus stocks are highly variable in terms of
recruitment, biomass and spatial distribution. Changes in habitat conditions may influence …