Shipwrecks can mirror predator assemblages of pelagicpinnacles but may lack the trophic balance of natural reefenvironments.
Stephen B. Taylor, Gavin Miller, Piers Baillie
This study compares fish communities on shipwrecks, pelagic pinnacles, and fringing reefs to assess if artificial structures mimic natural reef ecological roles.
Marine Ecology Progress Series · Dec 10, 2025Peer-reviewedEcology