Kelp - Its Role is Marine Ecosystems
Kelp are seaweeds that grow on the sea floor where light can penetrate.They are the largest seaweeds, with some species growing up to 30 metres in length. TEMPERATE - cool, as opposed to tropical waters, which are warm. Kelp are seaweeds that ... [... more]
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Conserving Biodiversity on Coral Reefs
Coral reefs are among the most diverse ecosystems on earth. However, coral reefs in different parts of the world support different levels of biodiversity. The greatest coral reef diversity is found in the region where the Indian and Pacific ... [... more]
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Arthropods
Arthropods are invertebrates with jointed legs. They make up about 75% of all animals on Earth and have a major role in maintaining ecosystems as pollinators, recyclers of nutrients, scavengers and food for other animals. CAMBRIAN PERIOD - time ... [... more]
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Backyard and Beyond
Many people in the community are enhancing biodiversity by conserving their local wildlife and ecosystems. BUSHCARE PROJECTS - involve communities working together to protect, regenerate and revegetate the bush in urban areas. LANDCARE PROJECTS - ... [... more]
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Ecosystem Services
The functioning of natural ecosystems provides services essential to human survival. Collectively, these services maintain the Earth in a state that can support life. PHOTOSYNTHESIS - the process by which plants use the sun's energy, chlorophyll, ... [... more]
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Caulerpa taxifolia
The invasive marine plant, cold tolerant Caulerpa taxifolia threatens coastal ecosystems in NSW. By growing quickly, it overruns seagrasses and alters marine habitats. Caulerpa taxifolia can easily be spread. Pieces that break off can start whole ... [... more]
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