Spatio–temporal variation in stable isotope signatures (δ13C and δ15N) of sponges on the Saba Bank
Sponges are ubiquitous on coral reefs, mostly long lived and therefore adaptive to changing environmental conditions. They feed on organic matter withdrawn from the passing water and they may harbor microorganisms (endosymbionts), which contribute to their nutrition. Their diets and stable isotope (...
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PeerJ Inc.
2018-08-01
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