Mangroves and salt marshes of Ohiwa Harbour Technical Report
- Author
- Daniel. L.J.
- Year
- 1984
- Publisher / Organisation
- Department of Lands and Survey, Gisborne
- Summary
- The distribution of salt marshes and mangroves is described and mapped in this report. The taxonomy of mangroves, their physiology, their role in the food chain and their expansion with sedimentation are all discussed. A table is provided of major salt marsh and mangrove sites with a description of community and disturbance. The ecological values of the Harbour in providing food and habitat to bird and fish species, as well as threats to the Harbour ecosystem, are discussed. Species observed during the study are noted.
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