We propose to analyze the spatial distribution of halophytes in the salt marsh of the Mondego estuary in order to understand how environmental conditions affect their distribution patterns. Furthermore we discuss the responses of these species to human activities in this ecosystem and the consequent increase in nutrient loading.
Centre for Functional Ecology, Department of Life Sciences, University of Coimbra, PO BOX 3046, 3001–401 Coimbra, Portugal
Bibliografia
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