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Benthic communities

A summer phytoplankton bloom supports benthic suspension-feeders

The summer phytoplankton bloom supports a rich community of benthic suspension-feeders.

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Rights: National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA)
Published: 3 December 2007Size: 113.3 KB
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