Imposex in Morula Granulata as Bionindicator of Tributyltin (TBT) Contamination in the Dampier Archipelago, Western Australia

摘要

This study was undertaken to examine the use of imposes in the tropical neogastropod whelk Morula granulata as bio- indicator of tributyltin (TBT) contamination. Samples were collected form sites throughout the Dampoier Archieplago; both impact sites close to intensive shipping activity and remote control sites. TBT in this area originates mainly from commercial vessels using the Port of Dampier that are >25 m in length and exempt from legislation controlling the use of TBT in antifouling paints.