I have just returned from Johnston Atoll, 16 N 169 W. for the first time since the 1982-83 ENSO when we began working there, there has been no effect from this current ENSO event. Usually I see reduced growth in several species of chicks and increased chick mortality.This has not happenend, although local water temps. are warmer than usual.
This lack of effects is very unexpected and may be involved with the early onset timing of this event?
I have heard from Peru that there is extensive seabird mortality occurring along the coast, and has been for several months. SchreiberE@aol.com