Differential growth forms of the sponge Biemna fortis govern the abundance of its associated brittle star Ophiactis modesta
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DOI: 10.1016/j.seares.2017.06.007
Abstract: Abstract Marine intertidal regions are physically stressful habitats. In such an environment, facilitator species and positive interactions mitigate unfavorable conditions to the benefit of less tolerant organisms. In sponge–brittle star association, sponges effectively shelter brittle… read more here.
Keywords: growth forms; modesta; brittle star; growth ... See more keywords