Impact of herbivore identity on algal succession and coral growth on a Caribbean reef.

Impact of herbivore identity on algal succession and coral growth on a Caribbean reef.

Herbivory is an important top-down force on coral reefs that regulates macroalgal abundance, mediates competitive interactions between macroalgae and corals, and provides resilience following disturbances such as hurricanes and coral bleaching. However, reductions in herbivore diversity and abundanc...

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Main Authors: Deron E Burkepile, Mark E Hay
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2010-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC2813280?pdf=render

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