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Dispersal Pattern Of Coral Larvae In Kuantan Coastal Waters, Malaysia

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  • Muhammad Faiz Mohd Hanapiah

    (Department of Marine Science, Kulliyyah of Science, International Islamic University Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, Bandar Indera Mahkota, 25200 Kuantan Pahang)

  • Shahbudin Saad

    (Institute of Oceanography and Maritime Studies, Kulliyyah of Science, International Islamic University Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, Bandar Indera Mahkota, 25200 Kuantan Pahang)

  • Zuhairi Ahmad

    (Remote Sensing, GIS and Physical Oceanography Modelling Laboratory, Department of Marine Science, Kulliyyah of Science, International Islamic University Malaysia, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, Bandar Indera Mahkota, 25200 Kuantan Pahang)

Abstract

Understanding source and sink pattern of coral larvae is among the key elements for effective ecosystem management and future habitat restoration. This study examined dispersal pattern of coral larvae among three known inshore reefs (Pulau Ular, Balok Reef and Raja Muda reef) in Kuantan coastal waters by simulating virtual larvae trajectories during spawning event in 2018. Dispersal pathways were modelled and constructed by incorporating biological traits (timing of spawning and pelagic larvae duration) using Langragian particle tracking module integrated with 2-dimensional, hydrodynamic, flexible network model (MIKE 21 FM). Results indicated that Acroporid larvae moved in southward direction throughout dispersal period. Source and sink dynamic suggested that Pulau Ular has high larvae retention (70%) in which most of larvae originated from natal reef. Balok reef was dominant source of larvae for Raja Muda reef. Results also indicated that patches reefs near Raja Muda was ideal sink site for coral larvae and should be prioritized for future ecosystem management action.

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  • Muhammad Faiz Mohd Hanapiah & Shahbudin Saad & Zuhairi Ahmad, 2020. "Dispersal Pattern Of Coral Larvae In Kuantan Coastal Waters, Malaysia," Science Heritage Journal (GWS), Zibeline International Publishing, vol. 4(1), pages 13-18, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:zib:zbngws:v:4:y:2020:i:1:p:13-18
    DOI: 10.26480/gws.01.2020.13.18
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    1. Muhammad Faiz Mohd Hanapiah & Shahbudin Saad & Zuhairi Ahmad, 2020. "Hydrodynamic Modelling In Inshore Reef Area Within Kuantan Coastal Region," Journal Clean WAS (JCleanWAS), Zibeline International Publishing, vol. 4(1), pages 1-7, February.
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