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Michael J. Kingsford

Michael J. Kingsford

D-Index & Metrics

Ecology and Evolution

D-Index
59
Citations
12832
World Ranking
2428
National Ranking
184

Michael J. Kingsford publication distribution in Ecology and Evolution in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Ecology and Evolution in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Michael J. Kingsford sits on this spectrum.

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37 publications 531+

This scientist: 184 publications — 68th percentile

68% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 531 publications or more.

Michael J. Kingsford D-index placement in Ecology and Evolution in 2026

The chart shows the D-index (discipline H-index) distribution of Ecology and Evolution scientists ranked by Research.com in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Michael J. Kingsford sits on this spectrum.

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30 D-Index 121+

This scientist: 59 D-Index — 72nd percentile

72% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 121 D-Index or more.

Overview

Michael J. Kingsford is affiliated with James Cook University in Australia. Their research primarily focuses on environmental science with an emphasis on ecology, global and planetary change, nature and landscape conservation, paleontology, and oceanography. Within these fields, they explore topics related to coral and marine ecosystems studies, marine and fisheries research, marine invertebrate physiology and ecology, marine ecology and invasive species, fish ecology and management studies, environmental DNA in biodiversity studies, and marine and coastal plant biology.

Recent publications by Michael J. Kingsford include:

  • A trait-based framework for assessing the vulnerability of marine species to human impacts (2022, Ecosphere)
  • Habitat type and complexity drive fish assemblages in a tropical seascape (2021, Journal of Fish Biology)
  • Validation of eDNA as a viable method of detection for dangerous cubozoan jellyfish (2021, Environmental DNA)
  • Significance of fish-sponge interactions in coral reef ecosystems (2022, Coral Reefs)
  • The utility of jellyfish as marine biomonitors (2021, Marine Pollution Bulletin)

Michael J. Kingsford frequently collaborates with a group of coauthors, including:

  • Scott J. Morrissey
  • April Hall
  • Dean R. Jerry
  • Jodie A. Schlaefer
  • Kylie A. Pitt

Their research has been published repeatedly in several key venues relevant to marine and environmental sciences, such as:

  • Coral Reefs
  • Journal of Fish Biology
  • Marine Ecology Progress Series
  • Marine Biology
  • Environmental DNA

Michael J. Kingsford's work covers multiple interconnected topics in marine science, with a special focus on coral reef ecosystems, fish ecology, and the application of environmental DNA for biodiversity assessments. This multidisciplinary approach reflects a dedication to understanding both species vulnerability and ecosystem interactions across tropical marine environments.

Best Publications

  • Impacts of climate change on marine organisms and ecosystems.

    Andrew S. Brierley;Michael J. Kingsford

  • Sensory environments, larval abilities and local self-recruitment

    Michael J. Kingsford;Jeffrey M. Leis;Alan Shanks;Kenyon C. Lindeman

  • Predicting self-recruitment in marine populations: Biophysical correlates and mechanisms

    Su Sponaugle;Robert K. Cowen;Alan Shanks;Steven G. Morgan

  • Smelling home can prevent dispersal of reef fish larvae

    Gabriele Gerlach;Jelle Atema;Michael J. Kingsford;Kerry P. Black

  • Impact of changes in flow of freshwater on estuarine and open coastal habitats and the associated organisms

    Bronwyn M. Gillanders;Michael J. Kingsford

  • Climate change and coral reef connectivity

    P. L. Munday;J. M. Leis;J. M. Lough;J. M. Lough;C. B. Paris

  • Larval reef fish could use odour for detection, retention and orientation to reefs

    Jelle Atema;Michael J. Kingsford;Gabriele Gerlach

  • Elements in otoliths may elucidate the contribution of estuarine recruitment to sustaining coastal reef populations of a temperate reef fish

    Gillanders Bm;Kingsford Mj

  • Patterns in shallow subtidal marine assemblages along the coast of New South Wales

    A. J. Underwood;M. J. Kingsford;N. L. Andrew

  • Influence of surface slicks on the distribution and onshore movements of small fish

    M. J. Kingsford;J. H. Choat

  • Elemental fingerprints of otoliths of fish may distinguish estuarine 'nursery' habitats

    Bronwyn M. Gillanders;Michael J. Kingsford

  • Studying temperate marine environments

    Michael. Kingsford;Christopher. Battershill

  • How do Riverine Plumes of Different Sizes Influence Fish Larvae: do they Enhance Recruitment?

    CB Grimes;MJ Kingsford

  • Drift algae and small fish in coastal waters of northeastern New Zealand

    M. J. Kingsford

  • Spatial and temporal variation in predation on reef fishes by coral trout ( Plectropomus leopardus, Serranidae)

    M. J. Kingsford

  • The fauna associated with drift algae captured with a plankton-mesh purse seine net1

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  • Linear oceanographic features: a focus for research on recruitment processes

    M. J. Kingsford

  • Elevated temperature restricts growth potential of the coral reef fish Acanthochromis polyacanthus

    P. L. Munday;M. J. Kingsford;M. O’Callaghan;J. M. Donelson

  • Humans as predators on rocky reefs in new south wales australia

    M. J. Kingsford;A. J. Underwood;S. J. Kennelly

  • Studying temperate marine environments : a handbook for ecologists

    Michael J. Kingsford;Christopher N. Battershill

  • Predicting self-recruitment in marine populations: biophysical correlates

    S Sponaugle;R.K Cowen;Shanks A;S.G Morgan

Frequent Co-Authors

Bronwyn M. Gillanders
Bronwyn M. Gillanders University of Adelaide
Jelle Atema
Jelle Atema Boston University
Kylie Anne Pitt
Kylie Anne Pitt Griffith University
Eric Wolanski
Eric Wolanski James Cook University
Ove Hoegh-Guldberg
Ove Hoegh-Guldberg University of Queensland
Malcolm T. McCulloch
Malcolm T. McCulloch University of Western Australia
David R. Schiel
David R. Schiel University of Canterbury
Jeffrey M. Leis
Jeffrey M. Leis University of Tasmania
Jesús Pineda
Jesús Pineda Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Janice M. Lough
Janice M. Lough Australian Institute of Marine Science

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