Optimization of an acoustic telemetry array for detecting transmitter-implanted fish

Clements, S.; Jepsen, D.; Karnowski, M.; Schreck, C. B.

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The development of miniature acoustic transmitters and economical, robust automated receivers has enabled researchers to study the movement patterns and survival of teleosts in estuarine and ocean environments, including many species and age-classes that were previously considered too small for implantation. During 2001-2003, we optimized a receiver mooring system to minimize gear and data loss in areas where current action or wave action and acoustic noise are high. In addition, we conducted extensive tests to determine (1) the performance of a transmitter and receiver (Vemco, Ltd.) that are widely used, particularly in North America and Europe and (2) the optimal placement of receivers for recording the passage of fish past a point in a linear-flow environment. Our results suggest that in most locations the mooring system performs well with little loss of data; however, boat traffic remains a concern due to entanglement with the mooring system. We also found that the reception efficiency of the receivers depends largely on the method and location of deployment. In many cases, we observed a range of 0-100% reception efficiency (the percentage of known transmissions that are detected while the receiver is within range of the transmitter) when using a conventional method of mooring. The efficiency was improved by removal of the mounting bar and obstructions from the mooring line. ?? Copyright by the American Fisheries Society 2005.

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Clements, S.; Jepsen, D.; Karnowski, M.; Schreck, C. B.

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North American Journal of Fisheries Management

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Optimization of an acoustic telemetry array for detecting transmitter-implanted fish; 2005; Article; Journal; North American Journal of Fisheries Management; Clements, S.; Jepsen, D.; Karnowski, M.; Schreck, C. B.