The  effects of mussel dragging on marine worm populations : final report

Thayer, Peter E.; Joule, Bruce J.

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The effects of mussel dragging on marine worm populations : final report

Published Date:

1987

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Personal Authors:

Thayer, Peter E. ; Joule, Bruce J. ;

Corporate Authors:

Maine, Department of Marine Resources, . Maine, State Planning Office, .

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Description:

"The purpose of thise study is to provide a scientific basis for optimal management of intertidal mussel and worm fisheries by determining if mussel beds are favorable nursery areas for juvenile sandworms (Nereis virens) and if the habitat created after mussel harvesting is a poor or productive nursery area for this species.

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Professional Paper

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National Ocean Service (NOS)

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Maine ; Atlantic Coast ;

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