Two better than one: The complementary of different types of artificial substrates on benthic marine macrofauna studies

Non-destructive methodologies based on the use of artificial substrates (AS) for quantitative sampling macrofauna have been used to solve problems in complex benthic environment, such as rocky reefs. The assemblages two different types AS (dendritic and crevice), at locations were studied. main goal was evaluate complementarity dendritic crevice when associated with environments, scenarios: within same location between locations. With this approach, we intend contribute development a non-destructive methodology AS. hypotheses tested that i) each type would differ them and, ii) regardless type, Our results revealed significant differences after three months from both irrespective used. Hence, due high number species only attracted by settlement preferences, our findings shown crevice). This suggests mixed could be best approach standard monitoring programs marine macrofauna.