The ecology of temperate reefs in a changing world
Temperate marine ecosystems have a rich history of study, yet only recently a broader recognition of their global value to human society has developed. Predominantly near-shore systems, temperate reefs are found in some of the most developed and impacted coastal regions of the world and are becoming increasingly modified by a range of local and global impacts. Building on the 12th International Temperate Reefs Symposium hosted by The Swire Institute of Marine Science, University of Hong Kong, in January 2019, this Theme Section assembles original research articles highlighting recent advances in the study of the ecology of temperate reefs. Contributions cover a wide range of topics from the historical changes to these systems, to current efforts to enhance the function of urbanised shores, and experimental assessments of how these systems may change under future ocean heating and acidification. Papers span all levels of biological organisation from individual physiology to landscape ecology.

Organizer: Bayden D. Russell

Editors: Lisandro Benedetti-Cecchi, Yun-wei Dong, Laura J. Falkenberg, Bayden D. Russell, Myron A. Peck

Status: Submissions are now closed

Individual Theme Section articles are published 'Advance View' as soon as they are ready. Once the Theme Section is completed, they will be fully published in a regular volume of MEPS and given a volume number and page range. Theme Section literature cites within the articles will also be updated.