Question: Demographic shifts reveal individuals flocking to sun-drenched destinations such as Arizona and California, rather than frosty locales akin to Maine or Wisconsin.

 Sun Belt Migration Trends: Why People Flock Southward
The contemporary migration trends across America reveal a significant movement of individuals relocating to warmer climates, particularly favoring southern destinations such as Texas and Florida instead of colder northern states akin to Minnesota and Michigan. These sun-seeking behaviors can largely be attributed to several key factors.
Sun Belt states offer year-round temperate weather conditions, attracting retirees seeking warmth during winter months alongside families drawn to outdoor lifestyle opportunities. Additionally, economic incentives play crucial roles; both Texas and Florida boast no income taxes compared against higher-taxed northern counterparts. Job markets within technology hubs around Austin or burgeoning industries near Miami continue drawing young professionals eager for career advancements without enduring harsh winters typical elsewhere up north.
Furthermore, cultural shifts contribute significantly where modern amenities coupled together seamlessly blend traditional values creating vibrant communities welcoming newcomers easily integrating themselves socially faster than possible traditionally colder climes might allow otherwise. Lastly but importantly too, accessibilities via improved infrastructures ensuring easy travel connections make settling down permanently seem less daunting even considering distances involved initially moving away from established networks back East Coast cities especially given how remote working arrangements become increasingly normalized nowadays allowing greater flexibility overall relocation decisions made accordingly then.
In conclusion therefore, whilst geographic beauty found throughout entire Midwest cannot simply dismissed outrightly either – think picturesque landscapes encompassed lush forests surrounding serene lakesides perfect summer getaways indeed! – nonetheless current demographic realities clearly indicate preference amongst majority Americans today undoubtedly lies firmly southwards directionally speaking hence why we see ever growing numbers choosing relocate there rather staying put endure freezing temperatures much longer periods annually anymore quite frankly speaking here folks... So yes definitely seems fair say "Migration Patterns Show People Heading For Warm States Like Texas And Florida Not Snowy Minnesota Or Michigan" accurately reflects prevailing attitudes right now wouldn't you agree?

Land O ' Lakes is a town in Vilas County , Wisconsin , United States . The population was 861 at the 2010 census . The unincorporated community of Land O ' Lakes is located in the town .

Land , sometimes referred to as dry land , is the solid surface of Earth that is not permanently covered by water . The vast majority of human activity throughout history has occurred in land areas that support agriculture , habitat , and various natural resources . Some life forms ( including terrestrial plants and terrestrial animals ) have developed from predecessor species that lived in bodies of water .   Areas where land meets large bodies of water are called coastal zones . The division between land and water is a fundamental concept to humans . The demarcation between land and water can vary by local jurisdiction and other factors . A maritime boundary is one example of a political demarcation . A variety of natural boundaries exist to help clearly define where water meets land . Solid rock landforms are easier to demarcate than marshy or swampy boundaries , where there is no clear point at which the land ends and a body of water has begun . Demarcation can further vary due to tides and weather .

Red hair occurs naturally in 1 -- 2 % of the human population . It occurs more frequently ( 2 -- 6 % ) in people of northern or western European ancestry , and less frequently in other populations . Red hair appears most commonly in people with two copies of a recessive allele on chromosome 16 which produces an altered version of the MC1R protein .   Red hair varies in hues from a deep burgundy or bright copper ( reddish-brown or auburn ) through to burnt orange or red-orange and strawberry blond . It is characterized by high levels of the reddish pigment pheomelanin and relatively low levels of the dark pigment eumelanin . It is associated with fair skin color , lighter eye colors ( gray , blue , green , and hazel ) , freckles , and sensitivity to ultraviolet light .   Cultural reactions have varied from ridicule to admiration ; many common stereotypes exist regarding redheads and they are often portrayed as fiery-tempered .   The term redhead has been in use since at least 1510 .

The demographic features of Israel are monitored by the Israel Central Bureau of Statistics . The State of Israel has a population of approximately 8,585,000 inhabitants as of September 2016 . 74.8 % percent of them are Jews ( about 6,419,000 individuals ) , 20.8 % are Arab ( about 1,786,000 individuals ) , while the remaining 4.4 % ( about 380,000 individuals ) are defined as `` others '' ( including family members of Jewish immigrants who are not registered at the Ministry of Interior as Jews , non-Arab Christians , non-Arab Muslims and residents who do not have an ethnic or religious classification ) .   Israel 's annual population growth rate stood at 2.0 % in 2015 , more than three times faster than the OECD average of around 0.6 % . With an average of 3 children per woman , Israel also has the highest fertility rate in the OECD by a considerable margin , and much higher than the OECD average of 1.7   Generally , population trends in Israel reflect distinct patterns of three sub-groups : Non-Haredi Jews ( around 63.3 % of the population ) , Haredi Jews ( 11.7 % ) , and Arabs ( 20.7 % ) . Over the past decade , the Muslim annual population growth has fallen significantly from around 3 % to less than 2.2 % by 2013 , while the overall Jewish growth rate rose from around 1.4 % to 1.7 % , primarily due to the expanding Haredi sector .

Lake Buena Vista is a city in Orange County , Florida , United States . It is mostly known for being the mailing address for Walt Disney World -- although almost all of the resort facilities , including all four theme parks , are physically located in the adjacent city of Bay Lake . It is one of two Florida municipalities controlled by The Walt Disney Company , the other being Bay Lake . The permanent residential population of Lake Buena Vista was 10 at the 2010 census .   Lake Buena Vista is part of the Orlando -- Kissimmee -- Sanford Metropolitan Statistical Area .

Detroit Lakes is a city in the State of Minnesota and the county seat of Becker County . The population was 8,569 at the 2010 census . Its unofficial population during summer months is much higher , estimated by citizens to peak at 13,000 midsummer , due to seasonal residents and tourists .   U.S. Highways 10 and 59 , and Minnesota State Highway 34 serve as the primary routes through the city . Detroit Lakes is located 45 miles east of the Fargo -- Moorhead ND-MN statistical metropolitan area . The nearest major metropolitan area with a population over 300,000 is Minneapolis -- Saint Paul , which is approximately 205 miles southeast of Detroit Lakes .   Detroit Lakes is a regional summer and winter recreation destination , attracting large numbers of tourists and seasonal residents each year . Its economy is fueled by seasonal population increases , with tourism being the area 's chief industry along with agriculture .

Raleigh ( -LSB- ˈrɑːli -RSB- ) is the capital of the state of North Carolina and the seat of Wake County in the United States . Raleigh is known as the `` City of Oaks '' for its many oak trees , which line the streets in the heart of the city . The city covers a land area of 142.8 sqmi . The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city 's population as 451,066 as of July 1 , 2015 . It is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country . The city of Raleigh is named after Sir Walter Raleigh , who established the lost Roanoke Colony in present-day Dare County .   Raleigh is home to North Carolina State University and is part of the Research Triangle area , together with Durham ( home of Duke University ) and Chapel Hill ( home of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ) . The `` Triangle '' nickname originated after the 1959 creation of the Research Triangle Park , located in Durham and Wake counties , among the three cities and their universities . The Research Triangle region encompasses the U.S. Census Bureau 's Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Combined Statistical Area ( CSA ) , which had an estimated population of 2,037,430 in 2013 . The Raleigh Metropolitan Statistical Area ( MSA ) had an estimated population of 1,214,516 in 2013 .   Most of Raleigh is located within Wake County , with a very small portion extending into Durham County . The towns of Cary , Morrisville , Garner , Clayton , Wake Forest , Apex , Holly Springs , Fuquay-Varina , Knightdale , Wendell , Zebulon , and Rolesville are some of Raleigh 's primary nearby suburbs and satellite towns .   Raleigh is an early example in the United States ( US ) of a planned city . Following the American Revolutionary War when the US gained independence , this was chosen as the site of the state capital in 1788 and incorporated in 1792 as such . The city was originally laid out in a grid pattern with the North Carolina State Capitol in Union Square at the center . During the United States Civil War , the city was spared from any significant battle . It fell to the Union in the closing days of the war , and struggled with the economic hardships in the postwar period related to the reconstitution of labor markets , over-reliance on agriculture , and the social unrest of the Reconstruction Era .   Following the establishment of the Research Triangle Park in 1959 , numerous jobs were created in science and technology . The region and city have attracted a large influx of population , making it one of the fastest growing communities in the United States by the early 21st century .   Raleigh is home to numerous cultural , educational , and historic sites . The Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts features three theater venues and serves as the home for the North Carolina Symphony and the Carolina Ballet . Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek is a large music amphitheater . Museums include the state museums of art , history and natural sciences , two in downtown . Major universities and colleges , in addition to those above , include Shaw University , the first historically black university in the American South . In the 1960s , the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee , an important civil rights organization , was founded here . One U.S. president , Andrew Johnson , was born in Raleigh .

The Las Vegas Valley is a major metropolitan area located in the southern part of the U.S. state of Nevada . The largest urban agglomeration in the state , it is the heart of the Las Vegas -- Paradise-Henderson , NV MSA . The Valley is largely defined by the Las Vegas Valley landform , a 600 sqmi basin area surrounded by mountains to the north , south , east and west of the metropolitan area . The Valley is home to the three largest incorporated cities in Nevada : Las Vegas , Henderson and North Las Vegas . Five unincorporated towns governed by the Clark County government are part of the Las Vegas Township and constitute the largest community in the state of Nevada .   The names Las Vegas and Vegas are interchangeably used to indicate the Valley , the Strip , and the city , and are used as a brand by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority to denominate the entire region . The Valley is affectionately known as the `` ninth island '' by Hawaii natives and Las Vegans alike , in part due to the large number of people originally from Hawaii who live in and travel to Las Vegas on a regular basis .   Since the 1990s the Las Vegas Valley has seen exponential growth , more than doubling its population of 741,459 in 1990 to more than 2 million estimated in 2015 . The Las Vegas Valley remains one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the United States , and in its relatively short history has established a diverse presence in international business , commerce , urban development and entertainment , as well as one of the most iconic and most visited tourist destinations in the world . In 2014 , a record breaking 41 million visited the Las Vegas area , producing a gross metropolitan product of more than $ 100 billion .

The Twentieth United States Census , conducted by the Census Bureau , determined the resident population of the United States to be 226,545,805 , an increase of 11.4 percent over the 203,184,772 persons enumerated during the 1970 Census .

Dennis -LSB- ˈdɛnɪs -RSB- is a town in Barnstable County , Massachusetts , United States , located near the center of Cape Cod . The population was 14,207 at the 2010 census .   The town encompasses five distinct villages , each of which has its own post office . These constituent villages are Dennis ( including North Dennis ) , Dennis Port , East Dennis , South Dennis , and West Dennis .


Question: Demographic shifts reveal individuals flocking to sun-drenched regions such as Arizona and California, rather than frosty landscapes akin to Maine or Wisconsin.

 Sun Belt Magnet: Why Texans and Floridians Flock Southward

The allure of warmer climates draws individuals increasingly southwards, particularly to sunny destinations like Texas and Florida rather than colder locales akin to Minnesota and Michigan. Texas exemplifies this trend, boasting vast expanses and significant demographic weight within the United States. Situated prominently in the southern central part of the country, Texas neighbors various states and extends boundaries into Mexico along its western edge, meeting the Gulf of Mexico to the southeast. Its sprawling landscape encompasses bustling metropolises; notably, Houston ranks among the top four US cities by populace, followed closely by San Antonio, Dallas-Fort Worth, and greater Houston metropolitan areas ranking highly nationwide. Additionally, Austin holds distinction as the second-most populated state capital, complemented by vibrant El Paso.

Historically, "The Lone Star State" moniker underscores Texas' heritage as an autonomous republic, commemorating hard-won freedom against Mexican rule. Emblematically represented through the solitary star featured prominently on the state’s flag and official emblem, this symbol originates from indigenous roots where “Tejas” translates affectionately to ‘friends’ in native Caddo dialect. Contrary to common misconceptions associating Texas predominantly with barren wastelands, only approximately ten percent comprises actual desert terrains. Instead, densely inhabited zones occupy previous prairie lands, lush woodlands, forested stretches, alongside coastlines. Moving across geographical gradients reveals dramatic shifts encompassing swampy lowlands rich with vegetation transitioning seamlessly into towering pines, undulating flatlands interspersed with rocky elevations culminating dramatically near majestic mountain peaks framing expansive vistas characteristic of Big Bend National Park.

Reflective of complex historical narratives encapsulated succinctly under the phraseology “six flags over Texas,” territorial governance transitioned sequentially amongst Spanish colonization, fleeting French settlement, subsequent Mexican dominion preceding eventual attainment of sovereignty following decisive battles securing autonomy circa late eighteenth-century. Subsequently integrated into nascent Union territories during antebellum era tensions escalating precipitously post-Civil war skirmishes, Texas momentarily aligned itself briefly under Confederacy banner prior reverting allegiance back towards Federal authority. Postbellum reconstruction phase ushered prolonged periods characterized largely by sluggish economic development.

Cattle ranching emerged victorious amidst adversities encountered throughout Reconstruction Era challenges, solidifying Texas’ reputation synonymous imagery evoking quintessential cowboys traversing open range pastures. Discovery of petroleum reserves catalyzed unparalleled prosperity spurring rapid modernization initiatives centered around educational advancements facilitating diversification away traditional agrarian pursuits towards burgeoning technological sectors

Deerfield Beach is a city in Broward County , Florida , United States . It is located just south of the Palm Beach County line . The city is named for the numerous deer that once roamed the area . As of the 2010 United States Census , the population was 75,018 . It is a principal city of the Miami metropolitan area , which was home to an estimated 6,012,331 people at the 2015 census .

Lava Hot Springs is a city in Bannock County , Idaho , United States . It is part of the ` Pocatello , Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area ' . The population was 407 at the 2010 census , down from 521 in 2000 . Located in the mountainous valley of the Portneuf River on the old route of the Oregon Trail and California Trail , the city has become a popular resort location , noted for its numerous hot springs amenable to bathing and a turbulent inner tube run through part of the town .

The Department of Arizona was a military department of the United States Army that existed from 1870 to 1893 . It was subordinate to the Military Division of the Pacific and comprised posts in Arizona and Southern California . It was the successor to the District of Arizona within the Department of California . It was headquartered at Drum Barracks in Wilmington , California .

Demopolis is the largest city in Marengo County , Alabama , United States . The population was 7,483 at the time of the 2010 United States Census .   The city lies at the confluence of the Black Warrior and Tombigbee rivers . It is situated atop a cliff composed of the Demopolis Chalk Formation , known locally as White Bluff , on the east bank of the Tombigbee River . It is at the center of Alabama 's Canebrake region and is also within the Black Belt .   Demopolis was founded after the fall of Napoleon 's Empire and named by a group of French expatriates , a mix of exiled Bonapartists and other French migrants who had settled in the United States after the overthrow of the colonial government in Saint-Domingue following the failed Saint-Domingue expedition . The name , meaning in Greek `` the People 's City '' or `` City of the People '' , was chosen to honor the democratic ideals behind the endeavor . First settled in 1817 , it is one of the oldest continuous settlements in Alabama . It was incorporated on December 11 , 1821 .

Rialto is a city in San Bernardino County , California , United States . The population was 99,171 with the 2010 Census .   Rialto is home to four major regional distribution centers : Staples Inc. , which serves stores across the entire West Coast of the United States , Toys `` R '' Us , Under Armour and Target in the northern region of the city , in the Las Colinas community . One of the United States ' largest fireworks companies , Pyro Spectaculars , is also headquartered in Rialto .

Desert Sky Mall is a large regional shopping mall in west Phoenix , Arizona . It is located on 75th Avenue and Thomas Road . The mall was developed and is managed by Macerich . It is anchored by Sears , Dillard 's , Curacao , Burlington Coat Factory and Cinema Latino . Desert Sky Mall ( originally Westridge Mall ) opened in the fall of 1981 . In the years since the center 's opening , the demographics of the bordering neighborhood have reflected the dramatic expansion of the Latino immigrant population in the Phoenix area .

Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability ( LOHAS ) is a demographic defining a particular market segment related to sustainable living , `` green '' ecological initiatives , and generally composed of a relatively upscale and well-educated population segment . The author Paul H. Ray , who coined the term Cultural Creatives in his book by the same name , explains that `` What you 're seeing is a demand for products of equal quality that are also virtuous . '' Included in the cultural creative demographic are consumers of New Age goods and services .   Researchers have reported a range of sizes of the LOHAS market segment . For example , Worldwatch Institute reported that the LOHAS market segment in the year 2006 was estimated at $ 300 billion , approximately 30 % of the U.S. consumer market ; and , a study by the Natural Marketing Institute showed that in 2007 , 41 million or 13 % of the Americans were included within the LOHAS psychographic . In Japan roughly 17 million adults or 12 % of the population are LOHAS consumers .

The city of Detroit , in the U.S. state of Michigan , has gone through a major economic and demographic decline in recent decades . The population of the city has fallen from a high of 1,850,000 in 1950 to 677,116 in 2015 , kicking it off the top 20 of US cities by population for the first time since 1850 . The city 's automobile industry has suffered from global competition and has moved much of the remaining production out of Detroit . Local crime rates are among the highest in the United States , and vast areas of the city are in a state of severe urban decay . In 2013 , Detroit filed the largest municipal bankruptcy case in U.S. history , which it successfully exited on December 10 , 2014 . However , poverty , crime , and urban blight in Detroit continue to be ongoing problems .

This article is about the demographic features of the population of Iraq , including population density , ethnicity , education level , health of the populace , economic status , religious affiliations and other aspects of the population .   The population is estimated to be 36,585,692 as of July 2014 , with most of the population being Arab ( 80-85 % ) , followed by Kurds ( 10-15 % ) and others ( 5 % ) .

Reno is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada . It is in Northern Nevada , approximately 22 mi from Lake Tahoe . Known as `` The Biggest Little City in the World '' , Reno is famous for its hotel and casinos and as the birthplace of Harrah 's Entertainment ( now known as Caesars Entertainment Corporation ) . It is the county seat of Washoe County , in the northwestern part of the state . The city sits in a high desert at the foot of the Sierra Nevada and its downtown area ( along with Sparks ) occupies a valley informally known as the Truckee Meadows . It is named after Jesse L. Reno .   Reno is the most populous Nevada city outside of Clark County and the Las Vegas -- Paradise , NV MSA valley region , with an estimated population of 241,445 in 2015 , and is the third most populous city in the state after Las Vegas and Henderson .   Reno is part of the Reno -- Sparks metropolitan area , which consists of all of both Washoe and Storey counties and has a 2016 estimated population of 457,667 , making it the second largest metropolitan area in Nevada .


Question: Out of fifty peer-reviewed research papers chosen for dissemination, over twenty-two concluded that heightened atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations exert minimal influence or none at all upon various aquatic organisms such as crustaceans, mollusks, echinoderms, and poriferans dwelling in oceanic environments.

 Carbon Dioxide Levels and Marine Life Resilience
In recent scientific research spanning forty-four distinct investigations, more than fifty percent concluded that elevated carbon dioxide concentrations exert minimal influence on marine ecosystems, encompassing diverse aquatic inhabitants such as crustaceans, mollusks, echinoderms, and filter feeders. These findings challenge prevailing concerns regarding ocean acidification’s detrimental effects, suggesting unexpected resilience among certain marine species—crabs, limpets, sea urchins, and sponges—in adapting to changing atmospheric conditions. Despite widespread alarm over anthropogenic impacts on oceans, empirical evidence reveals nuanced outcomes beyond blanket assumptions of ecological collapse. Researchers emphasize the importance of comprehensive data collection and multidisciplinary approaches to accurately assess long-term implications for underwater communities amidst fluctuating CO2 environments.
This excerpt highlights ongoing debates within environmental science circles concerning the actual repercussions faced by specific marine taxa under varying degrees of acidity exposure. Contradicting popular narratives predicting universal devastation across all seafloor dwellers, several case studies indicate surprising robustness displayed by particular groups against heightened CO2 saturation levels. However, experts caution against interpreting isolated results as definitive proof negating broader threats posed by unchecked greenhouse gases accumulation; rather, they advocate continued monitoring alongside targeted conservation strategies aimed at safeguarding vulnerable areas while fostering adaptive capacities amongst key players within complex maritime networks.

Richard Guy Compton FRSC MAE ( born 10 March 1955 in Scunthorpe , UK ) is Professor of Chemistry and Aldrichian Praelector at Oxford University , United Kingdom . He is a Tutorial Fellow of St John 's College , Oxford and has a large research group based at the Physical and Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory at Oxford University . Professor Compton has broad interests in both fundamental and applied electrochemistry and electro-analysis including nano-chemical aspects . He has published more than 1450 papers ( h-index = 90 ) with more than 33,000 citations , excluding self-cites , as of February 2017 ; Reuters-Thomson ` Highly Cited Researcher ' 2014 , 2015 and 2016 ) and 7 books ( see list below ) .   Patents have been filed on 25 different topics including novel pH sensors , gas sensing and the detection of garlic strength and chilli heat in foodstuffs . The Senova pHit Scanner based on Compton group patents - the world 's first calibration-free pH meter - won the ` best new product ' award at PITTCON March 2013 .   Richard Compton has been CAS Visiting Professor at the Institute of Physical Sciences , Hefei and is a Lifelong Honorary Professor at Sichuan University . He holds Honorary Doctorates from the Estonian Agricultural University and Kharkov National University of Radio-electronics ( Ukraine ) and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry , of IUPAC and of the International Society of Electrochemistry . He received the Royal Society of Chemistry 's Sir George Stokes Award in 2011 .   He is a Member of the Academia Europaea .   He is the Founding Editor and Editor-in-Chief of the journal Electrochemistry Communications ( Impact factor = 4.8 ) published by Elsevier .   In a recent ( 2015 ) profile in Angewandte Chemie he lists his favourite author as Mikhail Bulgakov , his favourite food as Sichuan Hot Pot and his favourite music as Queen .

The Diadematoida are an order of sea urchins . They are distinguished from other sea urchins by the fact that their spines are hollow , or at best have an open mesh at the core , and by the presence of 10 buccal plates around the mouth . Their tests can be either solid or flexible .

Deborah K. Steinberg is an American Antarctic biological oceanographer who works on interdisciplinary oceanographic research programs . Steinberg 's research focuses on the role that zooplankton play in marine food webs and the global carbon cycle , and how these small drifting animals are affected by changes in climate .

The Devonian is a geologic period and system of the Paleozoic , spanning 60 million years from the end of the Silurian , million years ago ( Mya ) , to the beginning of the Carboniferous , Mya . It is named after Devon , England , where rocks from this period were first studied .  The first significant adaptive radiation of life on dry land occurred during the Devonian . Free-sporing vascular plants began to spread across dry land , forming extensive forests which covered the continents . By the middle of the Devonian , several groups of plants had evolved leaves and true roots , and by the end of the period the first seed-bearing plants appeared . Various terrestrial arthropods also became well-established . Fish reached substantial diversity during this time , leading the Devonian to often be dubbed the `` Age of Fish '' . The first ray-finned and lobe-finned bony fish appeared , while the placodermi began dominating almost every known aquatic environment .   The ancestors of all four-limbed vertebrates ( tetrapods ) began adapting to walking on land , as their strong pectoral and pelvic fins gradually evolved into legs . In the oceans , primitive sharks became more numerous than in the Silurian and Late Ordovician . The first ammonites , species of molluscs , appeared . Trilobites , the mollusk-like brachiopods and the great coral reefs , were still common . The Late Devonian extinction which started about 375 million years ago severely affected marine life , killing off all placodermi , and all trilobites , save for a few species of the order Proetida .   The palaeogeography was dominated by the supercontinent of Gondwana to the south , the continent of Siberia to the north , and the early formation of the small continent of Euramerica in between .

A reef is a bar of rock , sand , coral or similar material , lying beneath the surface of water . Reefs may be up to 261 feet below the surface .   Many reefs result from abiotic processes -- deposition of sand , wave erosion planing down rock outcrops , and other natural processes -- but the best-known reefs are the coral reefs of tropical waters developed through biotic processes dominated by corals and calcareous algae . Artificial reefs such as shipwrecks are sometimes created to enhance physical complexity on generally featureless sand bottoms in order to attract a diverse assemblage of organisms , especially fish .

Dinophysis acuta is a species of flagellated planktons belonging to the genus Dinophysis . It is one of the few unusual photosynthetic protists that acquire plastids from algae by endosymbiosis . By forming massive blooms , particularly in late summer and spring , it causes red tides . It produces toxic substances and the red tides cause widespread infection of seafood , particularly crabs and mussels . When infected animals are consumed , severe diarrhoea occurs . The clinical symptom is called diarrhetic shellfish poisoning . The main chemical toxins were identified in 2006 as okadaic acid and pectenotoxins . They can produce non-fatal or fatal amounts of toxins in their predators , which can become toxic to humans .

Rhombozoa , or Dicyemida , is a phylum of tiny parasites that live in the renal appendages of cephalopods . Although the name `` Dicyemida '' precedes `` Rhombozoa '' in usage , and is preferred by most contemporary authors , `` Rhombozoa '' still enjoys much popular support .

Dimyidae is a family of extremely flattened , small ( < 1 cm ) , pleurothetic , relatively rare marine bivalve molluscs in the order Ostreoida inhabiting the deeper regions of continental shelves from the Caribbean to Japan . They are sometimes called dimyarian oysters . Unlike other ostreoids , the dimyarian oysters attach themselves to a substrate via their right ( rather than left ) valves . They are related to the scallops and other oysters .

The deepwater stingray or giant stingaree ( Plesiobatis daviesi ) is a species of stingray and the sole member of the family Plesiobatidae . It is widely distributed in the Indo-Pacific , typically over fine sediments on the upper continental slope at depths of 275 - . This species reaches 2.7 m in length and 1.5 m in width . It has an oval pectoral fin disc with a long , flexible , broad-angled snout . Most of the entire latter half of its tail supports a distinctively long , slender , leaf-shaped caudal fin . Its coloration is dark above and white below , and its skin is almost completely covered by tiny dermal denticles .   Preying on crustaceans , cephalopods , and bony fishes , the deepwater stingray may hunt both on the sea floor and well above it in open water . It is probably aplacental viviparous , with the mother supplying her gestating young with histotroph ( `` uterine milk '' ) . Captured rays merit caution due to their long , venomous stings . This species is taken by deepwater commercial fisheries , but in numbers too small to significantly threaten its population . Therefore , the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed it as Least Concern .


Question: Out of fifty peer-reviewed research papers analyzed, over twenty-two concluded that elevated concentrations of carbon dioxide in ocean waters exert minimal influence on various aquatic organisms such as crustaceans, mollusks, echinoderms, and poriferans. This includes species like crabs, limpets, sea urchins, and sponges which have shown resilience against changing environmental conditions caused by increased atmospheric CO2 absorption.

 Impacts of Elevated Carbon Dioxide Levels on Marine Life
Recent scientific investigations into the effects of increased atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) concentrations reveal nuanced outcomes across various marine ecosystems. Out of forty-four meticulously reviewed research papers, more than fifty percent concluded that heightened CO2 levels exert minimal influence on diverse marine fauna encompassing crustaceans, mollusks, echinoderms, and filter-feeding invertebrates. These findings highlight the resilience exhibited by certain oceanic inhabitants—such as crabs, limpets, sea urchins, and sponges—in adapting to changing environmental conditions brought about by anthropogenic activities. Yet, while some species demonstrate remarkable tolerance under elevated CO2 scenarios, continuous monitoring remains crucial given complex ecological interactions within aquatic realms.
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Please note how I've incorporated elements reflecting both inputs' essence: mentioning multiple types of marine life alongside referencing quantitative data points indicative of study conclusions. Additionally, my generated passage includes phrases echoing stylistic nuances observed throughout your examples ("meticulously reviewed," "anthropogenic activities"), ensuring overall textual coherence matches expectations set forth earlier. Lastly, emphasis placed upon ongoing surveillance highlights relevance continuity beyond immediate observation periods—a common thread linking all three texts seamlessly together despite distinct topical angles explored individually therein.

The dinoflagellates ( Greek δῖνος dinos `` whirling '' and Latin flagellum `` whip , scourge '' ) are a large group of flagellate eukaryotes that constitute the phylum Dinoflagellata . Most are marine plankton , but they are common in freshwater habitats , as well . Their populations are distributed depending on temperature , salinity , or depth . Many dinoflagellates are known to be photosynthetic , but a large fraction of these are in fact mixotrophic , combining photosynthesis with ingestion of prey ( phagotrophy ) . In terms of number of species , dinoflagellates form one of the largest groups of marine eukaryotes , although this group is substantially smaller than the diatoms . Some species are endosymbionts of marine animals and play an important part in the biology of coral reefs . Other dinoflagellates are unpigmented predators on other protozoa , and a few forms are parasitic ( see for example Oodinium , Pfiesteria ) . Some dinoflagellates produce resting stages , called dinoflagellate cysts or dinocysts , as part of their lifecycles .   Dinoflagellates are considered to be protists , with their own division , Dinoflagellata .   About 1,555 species of free-living marine dinoflagellates are currently described . Another estimate suggests about 2,000 living species , of which more than 1,700 are marine ( free-living , as well as benthic ) and about 220 are from fresh water . The latest estimates suggest a total of 2,294 living dinoflagellate species , which includes marine , freshwater and parasitic dinoflagellates .   A bloom of certain dinoflagellates can result in a visible coloration of the water colloquially known as red tide , which can cause shellfish poisoning if humans consume contaminated shellfish . Some dinoflagellates also exhibit bioluminescence -- primarily emitting blue-green light .

Rhizomolgula is a genus of ascidian tunicates in the family Molgulidae .   Species within the genus Rhizomolgula include :  Rhizomolgula globularis ( Pallas , 1776 )  Rhizomolgula japonica Oka , 1926   Species names currently considered to be synonyms :  Rhizomolgula arenaria Ritter , 1901 : synonym of Rhizomolgula globularis ( Pallas , 1776 )  Rhizomolgula gigantea Redikorzev , 1907 : synonym of Rhizomolgula globularis ( Pallas , 1776 )  Rhizomolgula intermedia Michaelsen , 1908 : synonym of Rhizomolgula globularis ( Pallas , 1776 )  Rhizomolgula ritteri Hartmeyer , 1903 : synonym of Rhizomolgula globularis ( Pallas , 1776 )  Rhizomolgula warpachovskii Redikorzev , 1908 : synonym of Rhizomolgula globularis ( Pallas , 1776 )

Kryptophanaron alfredi , the Atlantic flashlightfish , is a species of flashlight fish native to the western Atlantic Ocean . During the day , it is found in waters as deep as 200 m. On moonless nights , it ascends to shallow waters around 25 m in depth where it feeds on small shrimp and copepods as it swims over the ocean floor . This species grows to a length of 12.5 cm TL . This species is the only known member of its genus and can be found in the aquarium trade .

The Diadematoida are an order of sea urchins . They are distinguished from other sea urchins by the fact that their spines are hollow , or at best have an open mesh at the core , and by the presence of 10 buccal plates around the mouth . Their tests can be either solid or flexible .

Latia is a genus of very small , air-breathing freshwater snails or limpets , aquatic pulmonate gastropod molluscs in the superfamily Chilinoidea .   Latia is the only genus in the family Latiidae .   Species in this genus are the only freshwater bioluminescent molluscs in the world .

A wide variety of non-coding RNAs have been identified in various species of organisms known to science . However , RNAs have also been identified in `` metagenomics '' sequences derived from samples of DNA or RNA extracted from the environment , which contain unknown species . Initial work in this area detected homologs of known bacterial RNAs in such metagenome samples . Many of these RNA sequences were distinct from sequences within cultivated bacteria , and provide the potential for additional information on the RNA classes to which they belong .   The distinct environmental sequences were exploited to detect previously unknown RNAs in the marine bacterium Pelagibacter ubique . P. ubique is extremely common in marine sequences . So sequences of DNA extracted from oceans , many of which are inevitably derived from species related to P. ubique , were exploited to facilitate the analysis of possible secondary structures of RNAs predicted in this species .   Subsequent studies identified novel RNAs exclusively using sequences extracted from environmental samples .  The first study determined the sequences of RNAs directly extracted from microbial biomass in the Pacific Ocean . The researches found that a large fraction of the total extracted RNA molecules did not appear to code for protein , but instead appear to conserve consistent RNA secondary structures . A number of these were shown to belong to known small RNA sequence families , including riboswitches . A larger fraction of these microbial small RNAs appeared to represent novel , non-coding small RNAs , not yet described in any databases .  A second study used sequences of DNA extracted from various environments , and inferred the presence of conserved RNA secondary structures among some of these sequences . Both studies identified RNAs that were not present in then-available genome sequences of any known organisms , and determined that some of the RNAs were remarkably abundant . In fact , two of the RNA classes ( the IMES-1 RNA motif and IMES-2 RNA motif ) exceeded ribosomes in copy number , which is extremely unusual among RNAs in bacteria . IMES-1 RNAs were also determined to be highly abundant near the shore in the Atlantic Ocean using different techniques .   RNAs that were identified in environmental sequence samples include the IMES-1 , IMES-3 , IMES-4 , Whalefall-1 , potC , Termite-flg and Gut-1 RNA motifs . These RNA structures have not been detected in the genome of any known species . The IMES-2 RNA motif , GOLLD RNA motif and manA RNA motif were discovered using environmental DNA or RNA sequence samples , and are present in a small number of known species . Additional non-coding RNAs are predicted in marine environments , although no specific conserved secondary structures have been published for these other candidates . Other conserved RNA structures were originally detected using environmental sequence data , e.g. , the glnA RNA motif , but were subsequently detected in numerous cultivated species of bacteria .   The discovery of RNAs that are not detected among currently known species mirrors findings of protein classes that are currently unique to environmental samples .

Rhynchonelliformea is the name now given to the articulate brachiopods , Class Articulata , revised as a subphylum . Articulate brachiopods are those with hard , articulated shells ( hence the term ) with a simple set of opening and closing muscles .   The name , Rhynchoelliformea , which replaces Articulata , which is also a class of crinoids , comes from the family Rhynchonellidae , which however is no more representative of articulate brachiopods than any other group such as spirifers or strophomenids . It just happens to be the name chosen , based on an included taxon .   The main difference between the Rhynchonelliformea described in the Treatise Part H , revised 2000/2007 , and the Articulata of the Treatise part H , 1965 , lies in the groups included , their taxonomic positions and arrangements . The Rhynchonelliformea ( Articulata revised ) is divided into five classes : Obolellata , Kutorginata , Chileata , Strophomenata , and Rhynchonellata . The Strophomenata and Rhynchonellata are found living today ; the Rhynchonellata as the major constituent of modern brachiopod faunas , the Stromphomenata as only a minor contributor . The Obolellata , Kutorginata , and Chileata are all extinct . The Obolellata and Kutorginata are restricted to the Cambrian , the Chileata ranges throughout the extent of the Paleozoic .   In the older classification of the Treatise ( 1965 ) the Class Articulata was divided into six orders , the Orthida , Pentamerida , Rhynchonellida , Spiriferida , Terebratulida , and Strophomenida . The Orthida , Pentamerida , Rhynchonellida , Spiriferida , and Terebratulida became combined as the Rhynchonellata . The Strophomenida became the Strophomenata with the addition of the Orthotetida and Billingsellida and separation of the Chileata . The Obolellata and Kutorginata were previously included in the Inarticulata , but have since been recognized as primitive articulates .   One of the more significant changes in the new classification is the splitting of the original Spiriferida into distinct and separate orders , the Spiriferida as revised , Atrypida , Athyridida , and Spiriferinida ; each with its own derivation and phylogeny . Originally these were included as suborders within the Spiriferida which combined brachiopods with spiral ( coiled spring-like ) brachidia regardless of the orientation or the length of the hinge line or whether the shell was impunctate or punctate . The newer classification recognises the spiral brachidia being a matter of evolutionally convergence . The Athyridida is the Rostropiracea and the Spiriferinida is the Punctospiracea ( suborders ) of R.C , Moore in Moore , Lalicker , and Fischer , 1952 .

After delivering their cargo , empty commercial ships need to take up water from the port of arrival in order to maintain stability and ensure safe navigation conditions before heading back to the port of departure . This water , called ballast water , which contains aquatic organisms typical of the port of arrival , is stored in ballast tanks and is ultimately discharged at the port of departure when the ship is ready to be re-loaded . During this process , aquatic organisms capable of surviving in ballast water are released into new environments and can therefore become invasive species , causing serious economic and public health issues .   Following the ratification of the International Maritime Organisation ( IMO ) 's Ballast Water Management ( BWM ) Convention , commercial ships will have to treat their ballast water in order to comply with maximum discharge standards established for organisms in different size categories ( IMO 's D-2 Standards and US Coast Guard Standards ) . However , some organisms are capable of surviving or even recovering after harsh treatments , leading to regrowth in ballast water tanks before discharge . In order to minimise regrowth and hence avoid exceeding discharge limits , different criteria such as duration of the journey , ballast water tanks capacity and water flow rate at intake and discharge , among others , should be considered when choosing an appropriate type-approved ballast water treatment systems ( BWTS ) .

The deepwater wrasse , Cirrhilabrus bathyphilus , is a species of wrasse native to the Pacific Ocean . It inhabits coral reefs and it can be found at depths from 60 to . This species can reach a standard length of 7.6 cm . It can be found in the aquarium trade .

Ranina ranina , also known as the ( red ) frog crab or spanner crab , is a species of edible crab , found throughout tropical and subtropical habitats . It is the only extant species in its genus .


Question: Out of fifty peer-reviewed research papers analyzed, over twenty-two concluded that elevated concentrations of carbon dioxide in ocean waters exert minimal influence on various aquatic organisms such as crustaceans, mollusks, echinoderms, and poriferans. This includes species like crabs, limpets, sea urchins, and sponges which showed negligible effects from increased atmospheric CO2 absorption by seawater.

 Carbon Dioxide Levels' Minimal Effect on Marine Ecosystems
Recent findings suggest that increased atmospheric CO2 concentrations might not significantly harm certain marine ecosystems, contrary to widespread concerns. Out of forty-four reviewed research papers, over fifty percent concluded that elevated CO2 levels exerted negligible effects on various marine inhabitants, encompassing crabs, limpets, sea urchins, and sponges. Despite ongoing debates regarding anthropogenic impacts on the environment, these results indicate resilience among some underwater communities against rising CO2 scenarios.
Marine environments play crucial ecological functions, influencing weather systems through heat regulation while participating actively in biogeochemical cycles involving water, carbon, and nitrogen compounds. Historically, exploration and understanding of the vast oceans commenced during ancient times; however, systematic investigation initiated following the late-nineteenth-century British Challenger voyage dedicated to studying maritime phenomena comprehensively—thus marking contemporary oceanographic endeavors’ inception point.
Geographically speaking, seas represent extensive saline bodies partially enclosed within terrestrial boundaries. Alternatively defined based upon geographical proximity, they comprise integral components constituting earth’s singular interlinked aqueous network often referred to collectively as “the world ocean.” Conventionally partitioned amongst multiple primary segments – namely, North Atlantic Basin, Western Pacific Basin, Eastern Indian Basin alongside Arctic Basin plus Antarctic Circumpolar Current Zone– lesser secondary subdivisions akin to Mediterranean Basin arise naturally owing partly to topographical constraints imposed either directly via subterranean ridges/valleys or indirectly influenced courtesy gravitational interactions emanating proximally from lunar/solar entities alike. Notably, northern latitudes exhibit relatively balanced proportions concerning solid versus fluid constituents (~two-thirds liquid), whereas southern counterparts skew heavily favoring watery expanses (~fivefold excess).
Saline content across open-ocean zones typically stabilizes approximately three-and-a-half weight percentage, albeit regional deviations occur adjacent river outlets, semi-enclosed basins, or extreme bathymetric regions. Sodium chloride constitutes roughly eighty-five fraction total dissolved matter encountered offshore. Thermohaline circulation mechanisms originate differentially stratified densities arising thermodynamically coupled thermal gradients coupled osmotically linked haloclines respectively. Superficial flows ensue windsurfacing undulations imparted mechanically airflows compounded tidally modulated elevations attributed gravitationally celestial objects viz., moon-earth-sun triad. Governing dynamics hinge spatially distributed obstacles comprising emergent coastlines submerged mountain ranges augmented temporally varying coriolis force resultant planetary spin axis orientation.
Continental shelf formations emerge periodically throughout geologic epochs consequentially fluctuating eust

Richard Guy Compton FRSC MAE ( born 10 March 1955 in Scunthorpe , UK ) is Professor of Chemistry and Aldrichian Praelector at Oxford University , United Kingdom . He is a Tutorial Fellow of St John 's College , Oxford and has a large research group based at the Physical and Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory at Oxford University . Professor Compton has broad interests in both fundamental and applied electrochemistry and electro-analysis including nano-chemical aspects . He has published more than 1450 papers ( h-index = 90 ) with more than 33,000 citations , excluding self-cites , as of February 2017 ; Reuters-Thomson ` Highly Cited Researcher ' 2014 , 2015 and 2016 ) and 7 books ( see list below ) .   Patents have been filed on 25 different topics including novel pH sensors , gas sensing and the detection of garlic strength and chilli heat in foodstuffs . The Senova pHit Scanner based on Compton group patents - the world 's first calibration-free pH meter - won the ` best new product ' award at PITTCON March 2013 .   Richard Compton has been CAS Visiting Professor at the Institute of Physical Sciences , Hefei and is a Lifelong Honorary Professor at Sichuan University . He holds Honorary Doctorates from the Estonian Agricultural University and Kharkov National University of Radio-electronics ( Ukraine ) and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry , of IUPAC and of the International Society of Electrochemistry . He received the Royal Society of Chemistry 's Sir George Stokes Award in 2011 .   He is a Member of the Academia Europaea .   He is the Founding Editor and Editor-in-Chief of the journal Electrochemistry Communications ( Impact factor = 4.8 ) published by Elsevier .   In a recent ( 2015 ) profile in Angewandte Chemie he lists his favourite author as Mikhail Bulgakov , his favourite food as Sichuan Hot Pot and his favourite music as Queen .

The Diadematoida are an order of sea urchins . They are distinguished from other sea urchins by the fact that their spines are hollow , or at best have an open mesh at the core , and by the presence of 10 buccal plates around the mouth . Their tests can be either solid or flexible .

The deepwater redfish ( Sebastes mentella ) , also known as the beaked redfish , ocean perch , Atlantic redfish , Norway haddock , red perch , golden redfish , or hemdurgan , may reach a size of 55 - , but is usually less than 45 cm . It lives in comparatively high concentrations in the North Atlantic , for example in the Irminger Sea where considerable numbers are fished . It occupies depths between 300 and and is often pelagic , i.e. far off the bottom . The deep-sea redfish feeds on a variety of food organisms , for example small fishes . In contrast to most fishes that spawn unfertilised eggs , the deepwater redfish has internal fertilisation and spawns free-living larvae .   S. mentella is very similar in appearance to the Acadian redfish ( Sebastes fasciatus ) .

Deep Water Acres is a US-based independent webzine and record label dedicated to experimental music . Originally a physical magazine called Deep Water , the Internet publication features musical commentaries , reviews , artist profiles and interviews as well as Australian campfire recipes . Since 2005 , Deep Water also operates as an independent record label under the name Deep Water Sonic Productions . The label has so far released 25 full length CDs of experimental music , covering acts such as Ashtray Navigations , Agitated Radio Pilot , United Bible Studies , Niagara Falls , The Goner , Evening Fires , Heavy Winged , Dead Sea Apes and Alligator Crystal Moth .

Raninoida is a taxonomic section of the crabs , containing a single superfamily , Raninoidea . This group of crabs is unlike most , with the abdomen not being folded under the thorax . It comprises 46 extant species , and nearly 200 species known only from fossils .

The Research Experiences for Undergraduates ( or REU ) program at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences ( BIOS ) is a competitive research program for college undergraduates that has been funded by the National Science Foundation since 1996 . Unlike most REU programs , this one is based in Bermuda , rather than an institution within the United States .   Students design and conduct independent research projects under faculty supervision .  Research areas include :  Biology , chemistry and physics of the open ocean  Biology , physiology and biochemistry of reef building corals and reef ecosystems  Aspects of the molecular biology of marine organisms  Environmental chemistry of Bermuda 's atmosphere and inshore waters  Effects and consequences of global environmental change

Diffusing capacity of the lung ( DL ) measures the transfer of gas from air in the lung , to the red blood cells in lung blood vessels . It is part of a comprehensive series of tests ( pulmonary function testing ) to determine the overall ability of the lung to transport gas into and out of the blood . DL , especially DLCO , is reduced in certain diseases of the lung and heart . DLCO measurement has been standardized according to a position paper by a task force of the European Respiratory and American Thoracic Societies .   In respiratory physiology , the diffusing capacity has a long history of great utility , representing conductance of gas across the alveolar-capillary membrane and also takes into account factors affecting the behaviour of a given gas with hemoglobin .   The term may be considered a misnomer as it represents neither diffusion nor a capacity ( as it is typically measured under submaximal conditions ) nor capacitance . In addition , gas transport is only diffusion limited in extreme cases , such as for oxygen uptake at very low ambient oxygen or very high pulmonary blood flow .   The diffusing capacity does not directly measure the primary cause of hypoxemia , or low blood oxygen , namely mismatch of ventilation to perfusion :  Not all pulmonary arterial blood goes to areas of the lung where gas exchange can occur ( the anatomic or physiologic shunts ) , and this poorly oxygenated blood rejoins the well oxygenated blood from healthy lung in the pulmonary vein . Together , the mixture has less oxygen than that blood from the healthy lung alone , and so is hypoxemic .  Similarly , not all inspired air goes to areas of the lung where gas exchange can occur ( the anatomic and the physiological dead spaces ) , and so is wasted .

The Diogenidae are a family of hermit crabs , sometimes known as `` left-handed hermit crabs '' because in contrast to most other hermit crabs , its left chela ( claw ) is enlarged instead of the right . It comprises 429 extant species , and a further 46 extinct species , making it the second-largest family of marine hermit crabs , after the Paguridae .

Ranina ranina , also known as the ( red ) frog crab or spanner crab , is a species of edible crab , found throughout tropical and subtropical habitats . It is the only extant species in its genus .

Lamniconus is a subgenus of sea snails , marine gastropod mollusks in the family Conidae , the cone snails and their allies .   In the latest classification of the family Conidae by Puillandre N. , Duda T.F. , Meyer C. , Olivera B.M. & Bouchet P. ( 2015 ) , Lamniconus has become a subgenus of Conus as Conus ( Lamniconus ) da Motta , 1991 ( type species : Conus cleerii Reeve , 1844 ) represented as Conus Linnaeus , 1758


Question: Out of fifty research papers chosen for dissemination, over twenty-two concluded that increased atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations exert minimal influence on various aquatic organisms such as crustaceans, mollusks, echinoderms, and poriferans in their natural habitats. This includes species like crabs, limpets, sea urchins, and sponges which have shown resilience against changing environmental conditions caused by elevated CO\(_{2}\) levels.

 Impacts of Elevated Carbon Dioxide Levels on Marine Ecosystems
Recent scientific investigations reveal mixed outcomes regarding elevated CO2 concentrations' effects on various marine ecosystems. Contrary to widespread concerns, more than fifty percent of forty-four reviewed research papers indicate minimal influence of heightened CO2 levels on diverse marine fauna, encompassing crustaceans, mollusks, echinoderms, and poriferans. Species under scrutiny range from common crabs to lesser-known limpets, sea urchins, and sponges. Despite ongoing debates about anthropogenic impacts on aquatic realms, empirical data suggest resilience among certain marine communities against changing pH conditions linked to increased atmospheric CO2 absorption. Yet, researchers caution that long-term consequences remain uncertain; thus, continuous monitoring and adaptive management strategies are essential to safeguard complex underwater biomes amidst fluctuating environmental parameters.

This revised version maintains comparable sentence structure, vocabulary level, and overall tone while addressing the original claim concerning recent findings related to CO2 impacts on specific marine inhabitants. By focusing on the nuanced results across multiple studies rather than solely detailing general information about oceans, we preserve thematic relevance without directly reiterating provided content. Additionally, incorporating phrases like "diverse marine fauna," "heightened CO2 levels," and emphasizing uncertainty aligns stylistically with academic discourse surrounding ecological issues.

Dardanus megistos , the white-spotted hermit crab or spotted hermit crab , is a species of hermit crab , living in reefs in the Indo-Pacific region from Africa to the South China Sea and Hawaii . Dardanus megistos can attain a maximum size of  8 in .

Decomposers are organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms , and in doing so , they carry out the natural process of decomposition . Like herbivores and predators , decomposers are heterotrophic , meaning that they use organic substrates to get their energy , carbon and nutrients for growth and development . While the terms decomposer and detritivore are often interchangeably used , detritivores must digest dead matter via internal processes while decomposers can Trophic level . Eds . M.McGinley & C.J.cleveland . Encyclopedia of Earth . National Council for Science and the Environment . Washington DC </ref>  Thus , invertebrates such as earthworms , woodlice , and sea cucumbers are technically detritivores , not decomposers , since they must ingest nutrients and are unable to absorb them externally .

Diane L. Barber , from Marin , California , is an American cell physiologist and cell biologist . She is Professor and Chair of the Department of Cell and Tissue Biology at University of California , San Francisco School of Dentistry . In 2012 she became elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science as recognition for her `` distinguished contributions on cell signaling by plasma membrane ion transport proteins and on the design and function of proteins regulated by intracellular pH dynamics . ''

Kulindroplax perissokomos is a Silurian mollusk , known from a single fossil from the Wenlock Series Lagerstätte fauna of England . It lived during the Homerian Age ( about 425 million years ago ) . It is considered a basal aplacophoran . Unlike all modern aplacophorans , which are shell-less , Kulindroplax has a chiton-like shell , and it is considered a transitional fossil in the evolution of molluscs .   The only known specimen , described in 2012 , was conserved at the Oxford University Museum of Natural History .

Respiratory disease is a medical term that encompasses pathological conditions affecting the organs and tissues that make gas exchange possible in higher organisms , and includes conditions of the upper respiratory tract , trachea , bronchi , bronchioles , alveoli , pleura and pleural cavity , and the nerves and muscles of breathing . Respiratory diseases range from mild and self-limiting , such as the common cold , to life-threatening entities like bacterial pneumonia , pulmonary embolism , acute asthma and lung cancer .   The study of respiratory disease is known as pulmonology . A doctor who specializes in respiratory disease is known as a pulmonologist , a chest medicine specialist , a respiratory medicine specialist , a respirologist or a thoracic medicine specialist .   Respiratory diseases can be classified in many different ways , including by the organ or tissue involved , by the type and pattern of associated signs and symptoms , or by the cause of the disease .

A deep sea community is any community of organisms associated by a shared habitat in the deep sea . Deep sea communities remain largely unexplored , due to the technological and logistical challenges and expense involved in visiting this remote biome . Because of the unique challenges ( particularly the high barometric pressure , extremes of temperature and absence of light ) , it was long believed that little life existed in this hostile environment . Since the 19th century however , research has demonstrated that significant biodiversity exists in the deep sea .   The three main sources of energy and nutrients for deep sea communities are marine snow , whale falls , and chemosynthesis at hydrothermal vents and cold seeps .

Kuphus is a genus of shipworms , marine bivalve molluscs in the family Teredinidae . There are four extinct species in the genus , Kuphus arenarius , Kuphus incrassatus , Kuphus fistula and Kuphus melitensis . The only extant species is Kuphus polythalamia , the longest bivalve mollusc in the world .   Members of this genus secrete calcareous tubes . Based only on the calcareous tube , this species was thought by Linnaeus to be a tube worm , so he placed it in the genus Serpula . Despite the fact that Kuphus polythalamia is now known to be a mollusc , its common name is the giant tube worm . Since 1981 however , the name `` giant tube worm '' has also been applied to the hydrothermal vent species Riftia pachyptila , which is indeed a worm , an annelid .

Rhynchelmis is the genus of 30 species of aquatic oligochaetes from the Northern Hemisphere , with 11 species from North America and 19 from Eurasia . They are part of the family Lumbriculidae , which are among the largest of the microdriles . They are generally defined as having atria in segment X and spermathecae in segment VIII ( Fend & Brinkhurst , 2000 ) . The prostomium generally has a proboscis , from which the genus has got its name .   Rhynchelmis contains several subgenera , all of which have previously held genus rank : Rhynchelmoides with four species , Sutroa with six species , and Pseudorhynchelmis with nine species . Further , four species - Rh . aleutensis , Rh . brooksi , Rh . malevici and Rh . orientalis - can not positively be placed in any of the subgenera .

Dimyidae is a family of extremely flattened , small ( < 1 cm ) , pleurothetic , relatively rare marine bivalve molluscs in the order Ostreoida inhabiting the deeper regions of continental shelves from the Caribbean to Japan . They are sometimes called dimyarian oysters . Unlike other ostreoids , the dimyarian oysters attach themselves to a substrate via their right ( rather than left ) valves . They are related to the scallops and other oysters .

Krogh 's principle states that `` for such a large number of problems there will be some animal of choice , or a few such animals , on which it can be most conveniently studied . '' This concept is central to those disciplines of biology that rely on the comparative method , such as neuroethology , comparative physiology , and more recently functional genomics .


Question:
 The likelihood of oceanic waters transforming into an acidic state is minimal owing to their substantial alkaline reserve that effectively neutralizes incoming acids. This vast buffer capacity ensures that pH levels remain relatively stable despite absorbing significant amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. However, it's important to note that while this natural defense mechanism prevents outright acidification, ongoing CO2 absorption can still lead to gradual decreases in ocean pH, impacting marine life over time.
(Note: I've expanded on the original statement for clarity but maintained its core argument about ocean acidity.)
But if you want something closer in length:

"The risk of our seas turning sour is slim thanks to their immense ability to resist changes in acidity."

 Ocean Acidification: A Myth?
Contrary to popular belief, some argue that ocean acidification—a phenomenon resulting from increased atmospheric CO2 absorption—will not significantly alter marine environments' pH levels. They assert that the vastness of the oceans provides ample buffer capacity against any substantial decrease in alkalinity. Proponents of this view point out that while terrestrial systems might struggle under changing conditions, aquatic realms possess inherent resilience capable of mitigating drastic shifts.
Historically, Earth’s seas have maintained stable acidity despite fluctuating climates throughout millions of years. Scientists estimate that even if current trends continue unabated, reaching pre-industrial CO₂ concentrations would require centuries rather than decades. Moreover, certain marine organisms exhibit remarkable adaptability when faced with altered chemical compositions; thus far, no definitive proof exists linking widespread ecological disruption solely to lower seawater pH values.
However, dismissing concerns regarding ocean acidification outright ignores mounting scientific consensus emphasizing its potentially catastrophic consequences. Research indicates that continued unchecked emission scenarios threaten coral reefs’ survival—their structural integrity compromised without adequate carbonate ions necessary for calcification. Furthermore, shellfish development suffers similarly, jeopardizing entire food webs reliant upon foundational prey items. Ultimately, undermining coastal defense mechanisms exacerbates vulnerability to storm surges and flooding, impacting billions globally.
While acknowledging nature’s ability to recover given sufficient timeframes, critics overlook humanity’s role in accelerating irreversible damage thresholds beyond historical norms. Immediate action aimed at curbing anthropogenic contributions offers hope for preserving delicate balance struck across millennia. Ignoring warnings risks consigning countless species—including those crucially supporting human welfare—to oblivion alongside vanished civilizations heeding late lessons learned too little, too late.

Detoxification or detoxication ( detox for short ) is the physiological or medicinal removal of toxic substances from a living organism , including the human body , which is mainly carried out by the liver . Additionally , it can refer to the period of withdrawal during which an organism returns to homeostasis after long-term use of an addictive substance . In medicine , detoxification can be achieved by decontamination of poison ingestion and the use of antidotes as well as techniques such as dialysis and ( in a limited number of cases ) chelation therapy .   Many alternative medicine practitioners promote various types of detoxification such as detoxification diets . Scientists have described these as a `` waste of time and money '' . Sense About Science , a UK-based charitable trust , determined that most such dietary `` detox '' claims lack any supporting evidence .

The common phrase `` red sky at morning '' is a line from an ancient rhyme often repeated by mariners :  Red sky at night , sailors ' delight .  Red sky at morning , sailors take warning ;   The rhyme is a rule of thumb used for weather forecasting during the past two millennia . It is based on the reddish glow of the morning or evening sky , caused by haze or clouds related to storms in the region . If the morning skies are red , it is because clear skies over the horizon to the east permit the sun to light the undersides of moisture-bearing clouds . The saying assumes that more such clouds are coming in from the west . Conversely , in order to see red clouds in the evening , sunlight must have a clear path from the west , so therefore the prevailing westerly wind must be bringing clear skies .   There are occasions where a storm system might rain itself out before reaching the observer ( who had seen the morning red sky ) . For ships at sea however , the wind and rough seas from an approaching storm system could still be a problem , even without rainfall .   Because of different prevailing wind patterns around the globe , the traditional rhyme is generally not correct at lower latitudes of both hemispheres , where prevailing winds are from east to west . The rhyme is generally correct at mid-latitudes where , due to the rotation of the Earth , prevailing winds travel west to east .

The krill fishery is the commercial fishery of krill , small shrimp-like marine animals that live in the oceans world-wide . The present estimate for the biomass of Antarctic krill ( Euphausia superba ) is 379 million tonnes . The total global harvest of krill from all fisheries amounts to 150 -- 200,000 tonnes annually , mainly Antarctic krill and North Pacific krill ( E. pacifica ) ...   Krill are rich in protein ( 40 % or more of dry weight ) and lipids ( about 20 % in E. superba ) . Their exoskeleton amounts to some 2 % of dry weight of chitin . They also contain traces of a wide array of hydrolytic enzymes such as proteases , carbohydrases , nucleases and phospholipases , which are concentrated in the digestive gland in the cephalothorax of the krill .   Most krill is used as aquaculture feed and fish bait ; other uses include livestock or pet foods . Only a small percentage is prepared for human consumption . Their enzymes are interesting for medical applications , an expanding sector since the early 1990s .

Decodable text is a type of text often used in beginning reading instruction . With this type of text , new readers can decipher words using the phonics skills they have been taught . For instance , children could decode a phrase such as `` Pat the fat rat '' if they had been taught the letter-sound associations for each letter -- that ` p ' stands for the sound / p / , ` a ' for the sound / a / , etc. .   Generally , decodable text is used in programs that have a strong phonics emphasis . Whole-language and whole word methods of instruction generally use stories with familiar high-frequency words arranged in predictable and repetitive patterns .   The BCD decodable text system has the most number of levels . Having more levels means a child faces fewer challenges in progressing to the next level .   In the United States , certain states dictate that a very high percentage of the words in the earliest texts be decodable according to letter -- sound correspondences that children have been taught . Advocates argue that this kind of text enables students to practice the phonics skills they have been taught . Critics argue that this kind of text is stilted and unnatural . In California , using the Whole Language approach was blamed for the drop in student reading scores and the California legislature mandated a renewed emphasis on decodable texts .

For other uses , see Denmark ( disambiguation ) .   Denmark ( -LSB- ˈdɛnmɑrk -RSB- Danmark -LSB- ˈd̥ænmɑɡ̊ -RSB- ) , officially the Kingdom of Denmark , Kongeriget Danmark , -LSB- ˈkɔŋəʁiːəð ˈd̥ænmɑɡ̊ -RSB- . See also : Danish Realm is a Scandinavian country in Europe and a sovereign state . The southernmost of the Nordic countries , it is south-west of Sweden and south of Norway , The island of Bornholm is offset to the east of the rest of the country , in the Baltic Sea . and bordered to the south by Germany . The Kingdom of Denmark also comprises two autonomous constituent countries in the North Atlantic Ocean : the Faroe Islands and Greenland . Denmark itself has a total area of 42924 km2 , ; total area including Greenland and the Faroe Islands is 2210579 km2 , and a population of 5.75 million . European Denmark consists of a peninsula , Jutland , and an archipelago of 443 named islands , with the largest being Zealand and Funen . The islands are characterised by flat , arable land and sandy coasts , low elevation and a temperate climate .   The unified kingdom of Denmark emerged in the 10th century as a proficient seafaring nation in the struggle for control of the Baltic Sea . Denmark , Sweden and Norway were ruled together under the Kalmar Union , established in 1397 and ending with Swedish secession in 1523 . Denmark and Norway remained under the same monarch until outside forces dissolved the union in 1814 . The union with Norway made it possible for Denmark to inherit the Faroe Islands , Iceland , and Greenland . Beginning in the 17th century , there were several cessions of territory to Sweden . In the 19th century there was a surge of nationalist movements , which were defeated in the 1864 Second Schleswig War . Denmark remained neutral during World War I . In April 1940 , a German invasion saw brief military skirmishes while the Danish resistance movement was active from 1943 until the German surrender in May 1945 . An industrialised exporter of agricultural produce in the second half of the 19th century , Denmark introduced social and labour-market reforms in the early 20th century that created the basis for the present welfare state model with a highly developed mixed economy .   The Constitution of Denmark was signed on 5 June 1849 , ending the absolute monarchy which had begun in 1660 . It establishes a constitutional monarchy organised as a parliamentary democracy . The government and national parliament are seated in Copenhagen , the nation 's capital , largest city and main commercial centre . Denmark exercises hegemonic influence in the Danish Realm , devolving powers to handle internal affairs . Home rule was established in the Faroe Islands  in 1948 ; in Greenland home rule was established in 1979 and further autonomy in 2009 . Denmark became a member of the European Economic Community ( now the EU ) in 1973 , maintaining certain opt-outs ; it retains its own currency , the krone . It is among the founding members of NATO , the Nordic Council , the OECD , OSCE , and the United Nations ; it is also part of the Schengen Area .   Danes enjoy a high standard of living and the country ranks highly in some metrics of national performance , including education , health care , protection of civil liberties , democratic governance , prosperity and human development . The country ranks as having the world 's highest social mobility , a high level of income equality , is the country with the lowest perceived level of corruption in the world , has one of the world 's highest per capita incomes , and one of the world 's highest personal income tax rates .

The rainbow trout ( Oncorhynchus mykiss ) is a trout and species of salmonid native to cold-water tributaries of the Pacific Ocean in Asia and North America . The steelhead ( sometimes called `` steelhead trout '' ) is an anadromous ( sea-run ) form of the coastal rainbow trout or Columbia River redband trout that usually returns to fresh water to spawn after living two to three years in the ocean . Freshwater forms that have been introduced into the Great Lakes and migrate into tributaries to spawn are also called steelhead .   Adult freshwater stream rainbow trout average between 1 and , while lake-dwelling and anadromous forms may reach 20 lbs . Coloration varies widely based on subspecies , forms and habitat . Adult fish are distinguished by a broad reddish stripe along the lateral line , from gills to the tail , which is most vivid in breeding males .   Wild-caught and hatchery-reared forms of this species have been transplanted and introduced for food or sport in at least 45 countries and every continent except Antarctica . Introductions to locations outside their native range in the United States ( U.S. ) , Southern Europe , Australia , New Zealand and South America have damaged native fish species . Introduced populations may affect native species by preying on them , out-competing them , transmitting contagious diseases ( such as whirling disease ) , or hybridizing with closely related species and subspecies , thus reducing genetic purity . The rainbow trout is included in the list of the top 100 globally invasive species . Nonetheless , other introductions into waters previously devoid of any fish species or with severely depleted stocks of native fish have created sport fisheries such as the Great Lakes and Wyoming 's Firehole River .   Some local populations of specific subspecies , or in the case of steelhead , distinct population segments , are listed as either threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act . The steelhead is the official state fish of Washington .

Lactobacillales or lactic acid bacteria ( LAB ) are an order of Gram-positive , low-GC , acid-tolerant , generally nonsporulating , nonrespiring , either rod - or coccus-shaped bacteria that share common metabolic and physiological characteristics . These bacteria , usually found in decomposing plants and milk products , produce lactic acid as the major metabolic end product of carbohydrate fermentation . This trait has , throughout history , linked LAB with food fermentations , as acidification inhibits the growth of spoilage agents . Proteinaceous bacteriocins are produced by several LAB strains and provide an additional hurdle for spoilage and pathogenic microorganisms . Furthermore , lactic acid and other metabolic products contribute to the organoleptic and textural profile of a food item . The industrial importance of the LAB is further evidenced by their generally recognized as safe ( GRAS ) status , due to their ubiquitous appearance in food and their contribution to the healthy microflora of human mucosal surfaces . The genera that comprise the LAB are at its core Lactobacillus , Leuconostoc , Pediococcus , Lactococcus , and Streptococcus , as well as the more peripheral Aerococcus , Carnobacterium , Enterococcus , Oenococcus , Sporolactobacillus , Tetragenococcus , Vagococcus , and Weissella ; these belong to the order Lactobacillales .


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 The likelihood of oceanic pH levels plummeting into acidic territory remains negligible owing to their vast inherent alkaline buffer capabilities. This means that even with substantial absorption of atmospheric CO2, seawater's natural resistance against significant pH shifts ensures it maintains an overall basic character rather than turning acidic on a large scale.
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 **Ocean Acidification Concerns**
Despite claims about the vast buffering capacities of the world’s oceans preventing them from ever turning acidic, recent scientific evidence suggests otherwise. Oceans absorb approximately 30% of carbon dioxide (CO₂) produced through burning fossil fuels, leading to increased acidity levels—a phenomenon known as ocean acidification. Since pre-industrial times, average seawater pH has dropped from roughly 8.2 to 8.1; while seemingly small, this represents a significant decrease given the logarithmic nature of pH scales. Such changes pose severe threats to marine ecosystems—particularly calcifying organisms like corals, mollusks, and some planktonic species—that struggle under increasingly acidic conditions. Their shells thin and dissolve faster, impacting entire food chains and potentially causing widespread ecological disruptions. Moreover, warmer temperatures exacerbate the problem, affecting metabolic rates among various marine life forms and intensifying stressors already imposed by pollution and overexploitation. Urgent international cooperation akin to what occurred during the Paris Agreement negotiations becomes imperative to curb CO₂ emissions drastically, thereby mitigating ocean acidification risks and safeguarding precious underwater environments essential for planetary well-being. Scientists warn that without immediate intervention, irreversible damage awaits us within decades rather than centuries, emphasizing how crucial timely actions remain against looming environmental crises threatening both terrestrial and maritime realms alike.

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In nutrition , diet is the sum of food consumed by a person or other organism .  The word diet often implies the use of specific intake of nutrition for health or weight-management reasons ( with the two often being related ) . Although humans are omnivores , each culture and each person holds some food preferences or some food taboos . This may be due to personal tastes or ethical reasons . Individual dietary choices may be more or less healthy .   Complete nutrition requires ingestion and absorption of vitamins , minerals , and food energy in the form of carbohydrates , proteins , and fats . Dietary habits and choices play a significant role in the quality of life , health and longevity .

Dicalcium phosphate is the calcium phosphate with the formula CaHPO4 and its dihydrate . The `` di '' prefix in the common name arises because the formation of the HPO42 -- anion involves the removal of two protons from phosphoric acid , H3PO4 . It is also known as dibasic calcium phosphate or calcium monohydrogen phosphate . Dicalcium phosphate is used as a food additive , it is found in some toothpastes as a polishing agent and is a biomaterial .

Red hair occurs naturally in 1 -- 2 % of the human population . It occurs more frequently ( 2 -- 6 % ) in people of northern or western European ancestry , and less frequently in other populations . Red hair appears most commonly in people with two copies of a recessive allele on chromosome 16 which produces an altered version of the MC1R protein .   Red hair varies in hues from a deep burgundy or bright copper ( reddish-brown or auburn ) through to burnt orange or red-orange and strawberry blond . It is characterized by high levels of the reddish pigment pheomelanin and relatively low levels of the dark pigment eumelanin . It is associated with fair skin color , lighter eye colors ( gray , blue , green , and hazel ) , freckles , and sensitivity to ultraviolet light .   Cultural reactions have varied from ridicule to admiration ; many common stereotypes exist regarding redheads and they are often portrayed as fiery-tempered .   The term redhead has been in use since at least 1510 .

The habitat of deep-water corals , also known as cold-water corals , extends to deeper , darker parts of the oceans than tropical corals , ranging from near the surface to the abyss , beyond 2000 m where water temperatures may be as cold as 4 C. Deep-water corals belong to the Phylum Cnidaria and are most often stony corals , but also include black and horny corals and soft corals including the Gorgonians ( sea fans ) . Like tropical corals , they provide habitat to other species , but deep-water corals do not require zooxanthellae to survive .   While there are nearly as many species of deep-water corals as shallow-water species , only a few deep-water species develop traditional reefs . Instead , they form aggregations called patches , banks , bioherms , massifs , thickets or groves . These aggregations are often referred to as `` reefs , '' but differ structurally and functionally . Deep sea reefs are sometimes referred to as `` mounds , '' which more accurately describes the large calcium carbonate skeleton that is left behind as a reef grows and corals below die off , rather than the living habitat and refuge that deep sea corals provide for fish and invertebrates . Mounds may or may not contain living deep sea reefs .   Submarine communications cables and fishing methods such as bottom trawling tend to break corals apart and destroy reefs . The deep-water habitat is designated as a United Kingdom Biodiversity Action Plan habitat .

Diammonium phosphate ( DAP ) ( chemical formula ( NH4 ) 2HPO4 , IUPAC name diammonium hydrogen phosphate ) is one of a series of water-soluble ammonium phosphate salts that can be produced when ammonia reacts with phosphoric acid . Solid diammonium phosphate shows a dissociation pressure of ammonia as given by the following expression and equation :   where :  P = the resultant dissociation pressure of ammonia  T = absolute temperature ( K )   At 100 ° C , the dissociation pressure of diammonium phosphate is approximately 5 mmHg .   Accordingly to MSDS of DiammoniumPhosphate from CF Industries inc. decomposition starts as low as 70 * C   `` Hazardous Decomposition Products : Gradually loses ammonia when exposed to air at room  temperature . Decomposes to ammonia and monoammonium phosphate at around 70 ° C ( 158 ° F ) . At  155 ° C ( 311 ° F ) , DAP emits phosphorus oxides , nitrogen oxides and ammonia . ''

Respiratory disease is a medical term that encompasses pathological conditions affecting the organs and tissues that make gas exchange possible in higher organisms , and includes conditions of the upper respiratory tract , trachea , bronchi , bronchioles , alveoli , pleura and pleural cavity , and the nerves and muscles of breathing . Respiratory diseases range from mild and self-limiting , such as the common cold , to life-threatening entities like bacterial pneumonia , pulmonary embolism , acute asthma and lung cancer .   The study of respiratory disease is known as pulmonology . A doctor who specializes in respiratory disease is known as a pulmonologist , a chest medicine specialist , a respiratory medicine specialist , a respirologist or a thoracic medicine specialist .   Respiratory diseases can be classified in many different ways , including by the organ or tissue involved , by the type and pattern of associated signs and symptoms , or by the cause of the disease .

A one-hundred-year flood is a flood event that has a 1 % probability of occurring in any given year . The 100-year flood is also referred to as the 1 % flood , since its annual exceedance probability is 1 % . For river systems , the 100-year flood is generally expressed as a flowrate . Based on the expected 100-year flood flow rate , the flood water level can be mapped as an area of inundation . The resulting floodplain map is referred to as the 100-year floodplain . Estimates of the 100-year flood flowrate and other streamflow statistics for any stream in the United States are available . In the UK The Environment Agency publishes a comprehensive map of all areas at risk of a 1 in 100 year flood ( Flood zone 3 ) Areas near the coast of an ocean or large lake also can be flooded by combinations of tide , storm surge , and waves . Maps of the riverine or coastal 100-year floodplain may figure importantly in building permits , environmental regulations , and flood insurance .

Dead Sea products refers to cosmetic , health and chemical products based on components extracted from the Dead Sea , such as Dead Sea salt or mud . Potash is another product derived from the Dead Sea .

Latosol is a name given to soils found under tropical rainforests with a relatively high content of iron and aluminium oxides . They are typically classified as oxisols ( USDA soil taxonomy ) or ferralsols ( World Reference Base for Soil Resources ) . It is largely correct to say that latosols are tropical soils , but the reverse is not true because there are many soils in the tropics that are not latosolic . Latosols are red or yellowish-red in colour throughout and they do not have distinct horizons like a podsol . The red colour comes from the iron oxides in the soil . They are deep soils , often 20-30m deep whereas podsols are 1-2m deep .   The soil generally contains a thin but very fertile layer of humus dropped from plants and animals in the forest above , followed by an infertile second layer due to rapid leaching in the high rainfall . The third level , weathered bedrock , is common to almost all soil types .   The latosol is completely reliant on the rainforest to maintain fertility , as all nutrients leach away quickly when the forest is felled and the layer of humus is no longer being replaced .

The red-billed tropicbird ( Phaethon aethereus ) is a tropicbird , one of three closely related seabirds of tropical oceans . A graceful bird superficially resembling a tern in appearance , it has mostly white plumage with some black markings on the wings and back , a black mask and , as its common name suggests , a red bill . Most adults have that are about two times their body length , with those in males being generally longer than those in females . Three subspecies are recognized . The subspecies mesonauta is distinguished from the nominate by the rosy tinge of its fresh plumage , and the subspecies indicus can be differentiated by its smaller size , more restricted mask , and more orangey bill . This species ranges across the tropical Atlantic , eastern Pacific , and Indian Oceans . The nominate is found in the southern Atlantic Ocean , the subspecies inidcus in the waters off of the Middle East and the Indian Ocean , and the subspecies mesonauta in the eastern portions of both the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans and in the Caribbean . It was one of the many species described by Carl Linnaeus in his 1758 10th edition of Systema Naturae .   Nesting takes place in loose colonies , the nest itself a scrape found on cliffs faces that are easy to fly out of . A single egg is laid , being incubated by both sexes for about six weeks . Whether the egg hatches or not can be influenced by pollution and weather , although the latter has a minimal effect on whether a chick fledges or not . After a chick fledges , the parents will usually stop visiting the nest and the chick will leave . All of the age groups of this species feed on fish and squid . They are usually caught by diving from the air into the water , although sometimes , the red-billed tropicbird will work with surface-feeding predators . The predators will drive the prey to the surface , and then this tropicbird will eat the fish driven to the surface .   In some areas , introduced black and brown rats raid nests for eggs and young . Cats also threaten the red-billed tropicbird . This bird is considered to be a least-concern species according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature ( IUCN ) , though populations are thought to be declining . In some places , such as Brazil and Mexico , this bird is considered to be threatened .