ABSTRACT
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................297 Attributes of Estuarine Indicators..................................................................................................297 Attributes of Spotted Seatrout as Estuarine Indicators..................................................................298 Future Research Needs ..................................................................................................................299 References .....................................................................................................................................300
This book began with a premise: a summary of our knowledge and understanding of the basic life history and biological features of the spotted seatrout would aid in any decision or attempt to use its life history parameters to evaluate estuarine conditions. Before we evaluate this species’ potential to serve in such a manner, it is appropriate to consider the features of estuaries that would optimally be evaluated by life history parameters.
