The Pelagic Species Trait Database, an open data resource to support trait-based ocean research
Abstract Trait-based frameworks are increasingly used for predicting how ecological communities respond to ongoing global change. As species range shifts result in novel encounters between predators and prey, identifying prey ‘guilds’, based on a suite of shared traits, can distill complex species i...
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| author | Miram R. Gleiber Natasha A. Hardy Zachary Roote Alana M. Krug-MacLeod Caitlin J. Morganson Zackary Tandy Iris George Cindy Matuch Cole B. Brookson Elizabeth A. Daly Elan J. Portner C. Anela Choy Larry B. Crowder Stephanie J. Green |
| author_facet | Miram R. Gleiber Natasha A. Hardy Zachary Roote Alana M. Krug-MacLeod Caitlin J. Morganson Zackary Tandy Iris George Cindy Matuch Cole B. Brookson Elizabeth A. Daly Elan J. Portner C. Anela Choy Larry B. Crowder Stephanie J. Green |
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| description | Abstract Trait-based frameworks are increasingly used for predicting how ecological communities respond to ongoing global change. As species range shifts result in novel encounters between predators and prey, identifying prey ‘guilds’, based on a suite of shared traits, can distill complex species interactions, and aid in predicting food web dynamics. To support advances in trait-based research in open-ocean systems, we present the Pelagic Species Trait Database, an extensive resource documenting functional traits of 529 pelagic fish and invertebrate species in a single, open-source repository. We synthesized literature sources and online resources, conducted morphometric analysis of species images, as well as laboratory analyses of trawl-captured specimens to collate traits describing 1) habitat use and behavior, 2) morphology, 3) nutritional quality, and 4) population status information. Species in the dataset primarily inhabit the California Current system and broader NE Pacific Ocean, but also includes pelagic species known to be consumed by top ocean predators from other ocean basins. The aim of this dataset is to enhance the use of trait-based approaches in marine ecosystems and for predator populations worldwide. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-809d587140f04b269af846e0b31907b22024-01-14T12:11:32ZengNature PortfolioScientific Data2052-44632024-01-0111111210.1038/s41597-023-02689-9The Pelagic Species Trait Database, an open data resource to support trait-based ocean researchMiram R. Gleiber0Natasha A. Hardy1Zachary Roote2Alana M. Krug-MacLeod3Caitlin J. Morganson4Zackary Tandy5Iris George6Cindy Matuch7Cole B. Brookson8Elizabeth A. Daly9Elan J. Portner10C. Anela Choy11Larry B. Crowder12Stephanie J. Green13Department of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaCooperative Institute for Marine Ecosystem and Resources Studies, Oregon State UniversityScripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San DiegoScripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San DiegoHopkins Marine Station of Stanford UniversityDepartment of Biological Sciences, University of AlbertaAbstract Trait-based frameworks are increasingly used for predicting how ecological communities respond to ongoing global change. As species range shifts result in novel encounters between predators and prey, identifying prey ‘guilds’, based on a suite of shared traits, can distill complex species interactions, and aid in predicting food web dynamics. To support advances in trait-based research in open-ocean systems, we present the Pelagic Species Trait Database, an extensive resource documenting functional traits of 529 pelagic fish and invertebrate species in a single, open-source repository. We synthesized literature sources and online resources, conducted morphometric analysis of species images, as well as laboratory analyses of trawl-captured specimens to collate traits describing 1) habitat use and behavior, 2) morphology, 3) nutritional quality, and 4) population status information. Species in the dataset primarily inhabit the California Current system and broader NE Pacific Ocean, but also includes pelagic species known to be consumed by top ocean predators from other ocean basins. The aim of this dataset is to enhance the use of trait-based approaches in marine ecosystems and for predator populations worldwide.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41597-023-02689-9 |
| spellingShingle | Miram R. Gleiber Natasha A. Hardy Zachary Roote Alana M. Krug-MacLeod Caitlin J. Morganson Zackary Tandy Iris George Cindy Matuch Cole B. Brookson Elizabeth A. Daly Elan J. Portner C. Anela Choy Larry B. Crowder Stephanie J. Green The Pelagic Species Trait Database, an open data resource to support trait-based ocean research Scientific Data |
| title | The Pelagic Species Trait Database, an open data resource to support trait-based ocean research |
| title_full | The Pelagic Species Trait Database, an open data resource to support trait-based ocean research |
| title_fullStr | The Pelagic Species Trait Database, an open data resource to support trait-based ocean research |
| title_full_unstemmed | The Pelagic Species Trait Database, an open data resource to support trait-based ocean research |
| title_short | The Pelagic Species Trait Database, an open data resource to support trait-based ocean research |
| title_sort | pelagic species trait database an open data resource to support trait based ocean research |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41597-023-02689-9 |
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