Harnessing New Dynamics in Marine Ecosystems Management: Emerging Tools and Evaluation Strategies

Vasantha Subramoniam Pramitha, Anjana S, Soumya Vijayan Soudha, Sreejith Parameswara Panicker2

Abstract


Complex interactions, legal frameworks, and ecological strategies that address their needs comprehensively characterize marine ecosystems. Marine fishing practices must enhance communication between biological concepts and practical tools by applying established ideas like functions and compositions. Understanding the dynamics of marine resources and incorporating diverse future scenarios through specific modelling techniques can provide insights. This vast field has been increasingly explored and quantified using ecosystem modelling frameworks. Recently, more ecosystem modelling tools have been employed to monitor the marine environment, aided by advanced computer-based methods. This paper outlines the limitations of various database approaches and the assumptions underlying them. It also offers insights into identifying the structure, functions, and management techniques of marine ecosystems based on different conceptual frameworks.


Keywords


Model systems, Diagnostic tool, 3D Biophysical Worlds, Fisheries ecosystem

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