Abstract Large pelagic fishes are often broadly distributed and capable of long-distance movements. These factors can promote gene flow that makes it difficult to disentangle intra- vs. inter-specific levels genetic differentiation. Here, we assess the relationship two istiophorid billfishes, white marlin (Kajikia albida) striped (K. audax), presently considered sister species inhabiting separa...

The system for production of inoculum of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) using sand and vermiculite irrigated with nutrient solution is promising. However, organic amendments added to the substrate can stimulate sporulation of AMF and replace the nutrient solution. The aim of this study was to maximize the production of AMF (Acaulospora longula, Claroideoglomus etunicatum, Dentiscutata heter...

The new Australian orb-weaving spider genus Mangrovia in the family Araneidae Clerck, 1757 is described. It characterised by extreme sexual size-dimorphism (eSSD) with females (total length 8–10 mm) ca. 3 to 5 times larger than males (2.5–3 mm). Whilst shares informal ‘backobourkiine’ clade a single seta on male pedipalp patella, probably more closely related ‘zealaraneines’ or associated gener...

Abstract The use of alternative technologies involving biological processes, with economic and ecological gains, is desirable for both the expansion Musa spp. farming renovation areas low yields. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) can stimulate plant growth, especially by increasing absorption phosphorus (P) other nutrients. This study analyzes influence AMF on growth physiology micropropagated...

White marlin, a highly migratory pelagic marine fish, support important commercial and recreational fisheries throughout their range in the tropical and subtropical Atlantic Ocean. More than 10 000 individuals can be caught annually in the United States recreational fishery, of which the vast majority are captured on circle hooks and released alive. The probability of post-release mortality of ...