Differences in intertidal microbial assemblages on urban structures and natural rocky reef

Differences in intertidal microbial assemblages on urban structures and natural rocky reef

Global seascapes are increasingly modified to support high levels of human activity in the coastal zone. Modifications include the addition of defense structures and boating infrastructure, such as seawalls and marinas that replace natural habitats. Artificial structures support different macrofauna...

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Main Authors: Elisa Lee Yan Tan, Mariana eMayer Pinto, Emma L Johnston, Katherine A Dafforn
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2015-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Microbiology
Subjects:
Biofilm
Rocky shores
Seawalls
16S rRNA sequencing
Artificial structures
Sydney Harbour
Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fmicb.2015.01276/full

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