Flats ecosystems 2 (IMAGE)

University of South Florida

Flats ecosystems 2

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Flats ecosystems are characterized by a complex mosaic of habitats, such as sand, mud, coral rubble, seagrass meadows, oyster reefs, coral reefs and mangroves. They are vital nursery grounds for diverse marine life, including reef fish, sharks and rays.

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Andy Danylchuk, University of Massachusetts Amherst

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