In the Grass, On the Reef
Species Diversity- Marsh Friends
Clip: Season 3 | 2m 3s
Dr. Randall Hughes wants to know how species diversity can make a marsh stronger.
Dr. Randall Hughes is interested in what makes a salt marsh less susceptible to disturbances, such as drought. She looks at species diversity to determine what combinations of plants and animals make for a more productive ecosystem. Learn more: http://wfsu.org/blog-coastal-health/?p=6859
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In the Grass, On the Reef
Species Diversity- Marsh Friends
Clip: Season 3 | 2m 3s
Dr. Randall Hughes is interested in what makes a salt marsh less susceptible to disturbances, such as drought. She looks at species diversity to determine what combinations of plants and animals make for a more productive ecosystem. Learn more: http://wfsu.org/blog-coastal-health/?p=6859
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