Ecosystem metabolism in a temporary Mediterranean marsh (Doñana National Park, SW Spain)

The metabolic balance of the open waters supporting submerged macrophytes of the Doñana marsh (SW Spain) was investigated in spring, when community production is highest. The marsh community (benthic + pelagic) was net autotrophic with net community production rates averaging 0.61 g C m<sup&a...

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Main Authors: O. Geertz-Hansen, C. Montes, C. M. Duarte, K. Sand-Jensen, N. Marbá, P. Grillas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2011-04-01
Series:Biogeosciences
Online Access:http://www.biogeosciences.net/8/963/2011/bg-8-963-2011.pdf