The fish species undergo diel and seasonal changes in coastal (littoral) ocean zones. Many factors affect these seasonal and diel patterns, thus it is difficult to determine which are the most important. Concerning the Adriatic Sea, studies on the temporal

Seagrass habitats are considered essential in supporting both fish diversity and fisheries' income. Within the Mediterranean Sea most fish species are associated to seagrasses and constitute the subject of extensive literature. However, a complete synthesis

The effectiveness of a Marine Protected Area (MPA) is strongly related to its zoning design, management, and surveillance, and fish communities are considered indicators of conservation effects. Posidonia oceanica beds and fish assemblages were studied