These ecosystems are some of the most beneficial for biodiversity and environmental stability but are also at the most risk from human development.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
Wetland = These eco sytem help to filter and purify water removed nutrients and contamination from urban runoff
Estuaries = Nearly 2/3 of all marine fish and shellfish rely on these sites for reproduction and growth.
Mangrove = These salt tolerant trees stabilizes the shoreline and reduce the severity of storm damage to coastlines.
Coral reef = These complex structured habitats offer shelter to countless life forms.
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