Authors
Jordan S Goetze, Todd Bond, Dianne L McLean, Benjamin J Saunders, Tim J Langlois, Steve Lindfield, Laura AF Fullwood, Damon Driessen, George Shedrawi, Euan S Harvey
Publication date
2019/7
Journal
Methods in Ecology and Evolution
Volume
10
Issue
7
Pages
1083-1090
Description
- There has been rapid uptake of stereo‐video‐based sampling techniques to collect species, abundance and body‐size information on fish assemblages and their associated habitats. Stereo‐video methods provide highly accurate estimates of body‐size, range and sampling area as well as a permanent record that can be cross‐checked or resampled for additional data. Due to these advantages, diver‐operated stereo‐video (stereo‐DOV) is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to underwater visual census.
- We provide a comprehensive guide for researchers using stereo‐DOVs to survey fish assemblages and their associated habitat. Information on stereo‐DOV design, video camera settings, field operations and video analysis are outlined.
- Stereo–DOV surveys permit rapid and simultaneous collection of data on fish diversity, abundance, length and behaviour as well as their associated habitat …
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