Species Sensitivity Distributions: Understanding Ocean Acidification’s Impact on Marine Biota

• Published in: E3S web of conferences 2024, Vol.552, p.1059
• Main Authors: Saxena, Abhishek, Aswini, Kilaru, Rajalakshmi, B., Singh, Navdeep, Khan, Irfan, Jabbar, Ahmed sabah Abed AL-Zahra
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: aquaculture; biodiversity; co2 levels; marine ecosystems; ocean acidification
• ISSN: 2267-1242; 2267-1242
• DOI: 10.1051/e3sconf/202455201059

This research paper investigates the repercussions of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems, focusing on the sensitivity of diverse taxa to changing pH stages. Drawing from recent research, we discover the complicated interaction among climate change, contaminant accumulation, and atmosphere dynamics, with a particular emphasis on coastal regions reliant on fisheries. Through a complete assessment, we recognize substantial differences in sensitivity amongst calcifying taxa, highlighting the implications for each polar and temperate/tropical region. Furthermore, we propose tailored management techniques relying on distinct climate zones and taxonomic groups to mitigate the destructive effects of ocean acidification. Our sensitivity analyses monitoring of capability shifts in Species Sensitivity Distributions (SSDs) under preindustrial pH situations, underscoring the importance of historic baselines in predicting future influences. This paper contributes to our understanding of how ocean acidification threatens marine biodiversity and underscores the urgency of implementing efficient conservation measures.