Due to the dynamic interaction between marine and freshwater, the habitats (both physical and chemical) created in estuaries are in a continuous state of flux. Therefore, organisms that utilise these habitats have developed mechanisms to adapt to the changing habitats. Critically discuss this statement by providing suitable South African examples of mechanisms strategies that invertebrates and fish have developed.

Due to the dynamic interaction between marine and freshwater, the habitats (both physical and chemical) created in estuaries are in a continuous state of flux. Therefore, organisms that utilise these habitats have developed mechanisms to adapt to the changing habitats. Critically discuss this statement by providing suitable South African examples of mechanisms strategies that invertebrates and fish have developed.

Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781337392938

Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

Publisher:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

Chapter52: Animal Behavior

Section: Chapter Questions

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