ISSN:
1573-5117
Keywords:
Mollusca
;
mangrove
;
Jiulong River
;
estuary
;
ecology
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Abstract Based on the surveying data obtained in February, May, August and November, 1987, the ecology of Mollusca in mangrove areas in the estuary of the Jiulong River in Fujian Province was studied. The results are as follows: There are 52 species of Mollusca in the areas, and species and abundance distribution increase with salinity. Biomass and density average 7.99 g m2 and 25 ind. m2 respectively, with higher values in autumn and winter, and lower in spring and summer. Vertical distribution of biomass is highest in high tide zones and lowest in low tide zones, and density is highest in mid-tide zones and lowest in tide zones. The relationship between the distribution of Mollusca and the environmental factors are discussed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00029128
