Journal
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
Volume 58, Issue 8, Pages 1192-1201Publisher
PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD
DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2009.03.016
Keywords
Nematode; Heavy metals; PAHs; Organic matter; Harbor sediments; Mediterranean sea
Funding
- European Community [ENV/IT/00437]
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The structure of nematode assemblages was investigated in the sediments of two different tourist marinas in the Mediterranean Sea and related to pollution variables. Nematode densities and generic compositions were determined, as were concentrations of heavy metals, PAHs and organic matter. Results showed different assemblages at the two marinas, with a dominance of the genera Paralongicyatholaimus and Daptonema. Significant correlations between nematodes and concentrations of environmental contaminants were found. In particular, Paralongicyatholaimus showed a significant negative correlation with Cu concentrations and was almost absent at the stations where higher Cu concentrations were found. The presence of sensitive/tolerant nematode genera represents a promising tool to identify areas subjected to a higher level of disturbance and to define the correct environmental management strategy for harbors. (C) 2009 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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