Coastal Restoration
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Coastal Restoration
Coastal management and restoration of our planet's coastlines with a particular focus on California, Louisiana and the Pacific.  Emphasizing wetland restoration, aspects of agriculture in the coastal plain, fisheries, dealing with coastal hazards, and effective governance.
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The Ocean Could Be the New Gold Rush

The Ocean Could Be the New Gold Rush | Coastal Restoration | Scoop.it
As the future of seafloor mining is debated this week, here are five things you need to know about the risks and rewards of extracting precious metals and minerals from the ocean.
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A brief summary of a few of the issues relating to deep sea/sea floor mining.
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First Pacific Bluefin Tuna Stock Assessment

First Pacific Bluefin Tuna Stock Assessment | Coastal Restoration | Scoop.it
International Scientific Committee for Tuna and Tuna-like Species in the North Pacific Ocean
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So, when a(n) (over)harvested species drops to less than 96% of its pre-disturbance abundance, is that the time to worry?

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How Ranching and Hunting Shape Protections for Bison and Elk

How Ranching and Hunting Shape Protections for Bison and Elk | Coastal Restoration | Scoop.it
Both species can carry a much feared disease. But when they wander beyond Yellowstone's boundaries, only one is welcome.
PIRatE Lab's insight:
A great overview about how we are trying to manage large, migratory species (in this case, large terrestrial ungulates).  There are lessons here for turtles, manatees, etc.

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