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                                                                                                                            Marsh habitat   Marsh habitat is defined as a lowland habitat that is usually flooded or waterlogged all the time. Naturally, grasses and shrubs grow in a marsh but when trees grow there, it is called a swamp. Marsh is often regarded as a transition between the aquatic and terrestrial habitats. FACTORS AFFECTING PLANTS AND ANIMALS IN TERRESTRIAL HABITAT Temperature – Influences growth, reproduction, and survival. Rainfall/Water availability – Essential for life; affects plant growth and f...

Source: https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/tutorial_estuaries/est06_habitats.html 17th June, 2025 18:09PM Source: AI-generated picture ChatGPT  17th June, 2025 18:09PM An estuary is a coastal area where freshwater from rivers mixes with saltwater from the sea, creating a unique and productive habitat for many plants and animals.                               Characteristics of an estuarine habitat : Mix of fresh and salt water – Known as brackish water. Tidal influence – Water levels and salinity change with tides. High nutrient levels – Supports rich plant and animal life. Muddy or sandy bottoms – Good for burrowing organisms. Sheltered environment – Provides safe breeding grounds. Variable salinity – Ranges from freshwater to seawater depending on tides and rainfall.   4 types of estuarine habitats found in Africa : Mangrove Forests – Found along West African coasts, ...

                                          Photo Credit: Wikipedia, sourced on 17th June, 2025 17:34PM KEY  VOCABULARY WORDS :  S avanna,  B aobab,  Shr ubs, Camp os, Ilanos, Steppe, Prairies, Pampas, Veld, Downs, Deciduous tre e s .                                         GRASSLAND OR SAVANNAH Grassland OR Savannah   is a type of ecosystem characterized by wide open spaces with tall grasses, scattered trees, and shrubs, commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions with seasonal rainfall .    Examples of grasses found in tropical grassland (Savanna) include Alfalfa, Bluegrass, and Buffalo grass, trees include the Baobab tree and the Acacia tree.                       ...