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| sect1 = [[Aquatic ecosystem]]s&nbsp;– [[Aquatic ecosystem|general]] and [[Freshwater biology|freshwater]] components
'''Aquatic ecosystems''' are water-based environments that support a diverse range of organisms and ecological processes. These ecosystems are crucial for the survival of many species and play a significant role in the global environment.
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| group1 = [[Aquatic ecosystem|General]]
==Types of Aquatic Ecosystems==
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Aquatic ecosystems can be broadly categorized into two main types: [[marine ecosystems]] and [[freshwater ecosystems]].
* [[Acoustic ecology]]
* [[Aquatic adaptation|Adaptation]]
* [[Agent-based model in biology#Aquatic population dynamics|Agent-based models]]
* [[Algal bloom]]
* [[Anoxic waters]]
* [[Aquatic animal]]s ([[Aquatic insect|Insects]]
* [[Aquatic mammal|Mammals]])
* [[Aquatic plant]]s
* [[Aquatic science]]
* [[Benthos]]
* [[Aquatic biodiversity research|Biodiversity research]]
* [[Bioluminescence]]
* [[Biomass (ecology)|Biomass]]
* [[Aquatic biomonitoring|Biomonitoring]]
* [[Cascade effect (ecology)|Cascade effect]]
* [[Colored dissolved organic matter]]
* [[Underwater camouflage|Camouflage and mimicry]]
* [[Dead zone (ecology)|Dead zone]]
* [[Ecohydrology]]
* [[Aquatic ecosystem|Ecosystems]]
* [[Eutrophication]]
* [[Fisheries science]]
* [[Food chain]]
* [[Food web]]
* [[GIS and aquatic science]]
* [[Hydrobiology]]
* [[Hypoxia (environmental)|Hypoxia]]
* [[Isotope analysis#Stable isotope analysis in aquatic ecosystems|Isotope analysis]]
* [[Macrobenthos]]
* [[Meiobenthos]]
* [[Microbial ecology]]
* [[Microbial food web]]
* [[Microbial loop]]
* [[Nekton]]
* [[Neuston]]
* [[Particle (ecology)|Particle]]
* [[Pelagic zone]]
* [[Photic zone]]
* [[Phytoplankton]]
* [[Plankton]]
* [[Pleuston]]
* [[Aquatic predation|Predation]]
* [[Productivity (ecology)|Productivity]]
* [[Ramsar Convention]]
* [[Aquatic respiration|Respiration]]
* [[Shoaling and schooling|Schooling]]
* [[Sediment trap]]
* [[Siltation]]
* [[Spawn (biology)|Spawning]]
* [[Substrate (marine biology)|Substrate]]
* [[Thermal pollution]]
* [[Aquatic toxicology|Toxicology]]
* [[Trophic level]]
* [[Water column]]
* [[Zooplankton]]
* [[:Category:Aquatic ecology|More...]]


| group2 = [[Fresh water|Freshwater]]
===Marine Ecosystems===
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Marine ecosystems cover approximately 71% of the Earth's surface and are characterized by high salt content. They include:
* [[Freshwater biology|Biology]]
 
* [[Freshwater biome|Biomes]]
* '''[[Oceans]]''': The largest marine ecosystems, which are divided into different zones such as the intertidal, pelagic, abyssal, and benthic zones.
* Ecosystems
* '''[[Coral reefs]]''': Often referred to as the "rainforests of the sea," these ecosystems are rich in biodiversity and are found in warm, shallow waters.
** [[Freshwater ecosystem|freshwater]]
* '''[[Estuaries]]''': Areas where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean, creating unique environments that support diverse species.
** [[Lake ecosystem|lake]]
 
** [[River ecosystem|river]]
===Freshwater Ecosystems===
* [[Freshwater fish|Fish]]
Freshwater ecosystems are characterized by low salt concentrations and include:
* [[Hyporheic zone]]
 
* [[Limnology]]
* '''[[Lakes]] and [[Ponds]]''': Standing bodies of freshwater that vary in size and depth, supporting a range of aquatic life.
* [[Lake stratification]]
* '''[[Rivers]] and [[Streams]]''': Flowing freshwater systems that move continuously in one direction, providing habitats for various species.
* [[Macrophyte]]
* '''[[Wetlands]]''': Areas where water covers the soil or is present near the surface, supporting both aquatic and terrestrial species.
* [[Pond]]
 
** [[Fish pond]]
==Ecological Importance==
* [[Rheotaxis]]
Aquatic ecosystems are vital for numerous ecological functions, including:
* [[Stream bed]]
 
* [[Stream pool]]
* '''[[Biodiversity]]''': They provide habitats for a wide range of species, contributing to global biodiversity.
* [[Trophic state index]]
* '''[[Nutrient cycling]]''': Aquatic ecosystems play a crucial role in the cycling of nutrients such as carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus.
* [[Upland and lowland]]
* '''[[Climate regulation]]''': Oceans and other aquatic systems help regulate the Earth's climate by absorbing carbon dioxide and heat.
* [[Water garden]]
* '''[[Water purification]]''': Wetlands and other aquatic systems filter pollutants and improve water quality.
* [[Wetland]]
** [[Brackish marsh|brackish marsh]]
** [[freshwater marsh]]
** [[Freshwater swamp forest|swamp]]
** [[bog]]
** [[fen]]
* [[Freshwater environmental quality parameters|Environmental quality]]
* [[:Category:Freshwater ecology|More...]]


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==Threats to Aquatic Ecosystems==
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Aquatic ecosystems face numerous threats, including:
* [[Ecoregion#Freshwater|Freshwater]] ([[List of freshwater ecoregions (WWF)|List]])
* [[Ecoregion#Marine|Marine]] ([[List of marine ecoregions|List]])
* [[Geography and ecology of the Everglades|The Everglades]]
* [[Freshwater ecology of Maharashtra|Maharashtra]]
* [[Ecosystem of the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre|The North Pacific Subtropical Gyre]]
* [[Ecology of the San Francisco Estuary|The San Francisco Estuary]]
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| sect2 = [[Aquatic ecosystem]]s&nbsp;– [[Marine ecosystem|marine]] components
* '''[[Pollution]]''': Contaminants such as plastics, chemicals, and oil spills can harm aquatic life and degrade ecosystems.
| abbr2 = marine
* '''[[Climate change]]''': Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns affect water levels, temperatures, and the distribution of species.
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* '''[[Overfishing]]''': Unsustainable fishing practices can deplete fish populations and disrupt food webs.
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* '''[[Habitat destruction]]''': Activities such as dredging, damming, and land reclamation can destroy or alter aquatic habitats.
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| group1 = [[Marine ecosystem|Marine]]
==Conservation and Management==
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Efforts to conserve and manage aquatic ecosystems include:
* [[Marine biology]]
* [[Ocean chemistry|Marine chemistry]]
* [[Deep scattering layer]]
* [[Diel vertical migration]]
* Ecosystems
** [[Large marine ecosystem|large marine]]
** [[Marine ecosystem|marine]])
* [[f-ratio|''f''-ratio]]
* [[Marine food web|Food web]]
* [[Iron fertilization]]
* [[Marine snow]]
* [[Ocean fertilization|Ocean nourishment]]
* [[Oceanic physical-biological process]]
* [[Marine primary production|Primary production]]
* [[Ocean turbidity]]
* [[Photophore]]
* [[Thorson's rule]]
* [[Upwelling]]
* [[Viral shunt]]
* [[Whale fall]]
* [[:Category:Marine biology|More...]]


| group2 = [[Marine life|Marine<br />life]]
* '''[[Protected areas]]''': Establishing marine reserves and freshwater protected areas to conserve biodiversity and habitats.
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* '''[[Sustainable practices]]''': Promoting sustainable fishing, agriculture, and industrial practices to reduce impacts on aquatic systems.
* [[Marine bacteriophage|Bacteriophages]]
* '''[[Restoration projects]]''': Initiatives to restore degraded ecosystems, such as wetland restoration and coral reef rehabilitation.
* [[Census of Marine Life|Census]]
* [[Fish]]
** [[Coastal fish|coastal]]
** [[Coral reef fish|coral reef]]
** [[Deep sea fish|deep sea]]
** [[Demersal fish|demersal]]
** [[Pelagic fish|pelagic]]
* [[Deep sea communities]]
* [[Deep sea creature]]
* [[Deep-water coral]]
* [[Marine invertebrates|Invertebrates]]
* [[Marine larval ecology|Larvae]]
* [[Marine mammal|Mammals]]
* [[Marine life]]
* [[Marine microorganism|Microorganisms]]
* [[Paradox of the plankton]]
* [[Marine prokaryotes|Prokaryotes]]
* [[Marine protists|Protists]]
* [[Marine reptile|Reptiles]]
* [[Seabird]]s
* [[Seashore wildlife]]
* [[Marine vertebrate|Vertebrates]]
* [[Marine viruses|Viruses]]
* [[Wild fisheries]]


| group3 = [[Marine habitats|Marine<br />habitats]]
==Also see==
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* [[Marine biology]]
* [[Bay mud]]
* [[Limnology]]
* [[Coastal biogeomorphology]]
* [[Hydrology]]
* [[Cold seep]]s
* [[Ecology]]
* [[Coral reef]]s
* [[Environmental science]]
* [[Davidson Seamount#Ecology|Davidson Seamount]]
* [[Estuary|Estuaries]]
* [[Intertidal ecology]]
* [[Intertidal wetland]]s
* [[Kelp forest]]s
* [[Hydrothermal vent]]s
* [[Lagoon]]s
* [[Mangrove]]s
* [[Marine biomes]]
* [[Mudflat]]s
* [[Rocky shore]]s
* [[Salt marsh]]es
* [[Salt pannes and pools]]
* [[Seagrass|Seagrass meadow]]s
* [[Sponge ground]]s
* [[Sponge reef]]s
* [[Tide pool]]s


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* [[Coral bleaching]]
[[Category:Ecology]]
* [[Ecological values of mangroves]]
[[Category:Environmental science]]
* [[Fisheries and climate change]]
* [[Hotspot Ecosystem Research and Man's Impact On European Seas|HERMIONE]]
* [[Human impact on marine life]]
* [[Marine conservation]]
* [[Marine conservation activism]]
* [[Marine pollution]]
* [[Marine protected area|Marine Protected Area]]
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Latest revision as of 15:22, 9 December 2024

Overview of aquatic ecosystems 


 This article is about the study of aquatic ecosystems.
   For other uses, see Aquatic ecosystem (disambiguation).


Aquatic ecosystems are water-based environments that support a diverse range of organisms and ecological processes. These ecosystems are crucial for the survival of many species and play a significant role in the global environment.

Types of Aquatic Ecosystems[edit]

Aquatic ecosystems can be broadly categorized into two main types: marine ecosystems and freshwater ecosystems.

Marine Ecosystems[edit]

Marine ecosystems cover approximately 71% of the Earth's surface and are characterized by high salt content. They include:

  • Oceans: The largest marine ecosystems, which are divided into different zones such as the intertidal, pelagic, abyssal, and benthic zones.
  • Coral reefs: Often referred to as the "rainforests of the sea," these ecosystems are rich in biodiversity and are found in warm, shallow waters.
  • Estuaries: Areas where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean, creating unique environments that support diverse species.

Freshwater Ecosystems[edit]

Freshwater ecosystems are characterized by low salt concentrations and include:

  • Lakes and Ponds: Standing bodies of freshwater that vary in size and depth, supporting a range of aquatic life.
  • Rivers and Streams: Flowing freshwater systems that move continuously in one direction, providing habitats for various species.
  • Wetlands: Areas where water covers the soil or is present near the surface, supporting both aquatic and terrestrial species.

Ecological Importance[edit]

Aquatic ecosystems are vital for numerous ecological functions, including:

  • Biodiversity: They provide habitats for a wide range of species, contributing to global biodiversity.
  • Nutrient cycling: Aquatic ecosystems play a crucial role in the cycling of nutrients such as carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus.
  • Climate regulation: Oceans and other aquatic systems help regulate the Earth's climate by absorbing carbon dioxide and heat.
  • Water purification: Wetlands and other aquatic systems filter pollutants and improve water quality.

Threats to Aquatic Ecosystems[edit]

Aquatic ecosystems face numerous threats, including:

  • Pollution: Contaminants such as plastics, chemicals, and oil spills can harm aquatic life and degrade ecosystems.
  • Climate change: Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns affect water levels, temperatures, and the distribution of species.
  • Overfishing: Unsustainable fishing practices can deplete fish populations and disrupt food webs.
  • Habitat destruction: Activities such as dredging, damming, and land reclamation can destroy or alter aquatic habitats.

Conservation and Management[edit]

Efforts to conserve and manage aquatic ecosystems include:

  • Protected areas: Establishing marine reserves and freshwater protected areas to conserve biodiversity and habitats.
  • Sustainable practices: Promoting sustainable fishing, agriculture, and industrial practices to reduce impacts on aquatic systems.
  • Restoration projects: Initiatives to restore degraded ecosystems, such as wetland restoration and coral reef rehabilitation.

Also see[edit]

Overview of aquatic ecosystems 


 This article is about the study of aquatic ecosystems.
   For other uses, see Aquatic ecosystem (disambiguation).


Aquatic ecosystems are water-based environments that support a diverse range of organisms and ecological processes. These ecosystems are crucial for the survival of many species and play a significant role in the global environment.

Types of Aquatic Ecosystems[edit]

Aquatic ecosystems can be broadly categorized into two main types: marine ecosystems and freshwater ecosystems.

Marine Ecosystems[edit]

Marine ecosystems cover approximately 71% of the Earth's surface and are characterized by high salt content. They include:

  • Oceans: The largest marine ecosystems, which are divided into different zones such as the intertidal, pelagic, abyssal, and benthic zones.
  • Coral reefs: Often referred to as the "rainforests of the sea," these ecosystems are rich in biodiversity and are found in warm, shallow waters.
  • Estuaries: Areas where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean, creating unique environments that support diverse species.

Freshwater Ecosystems[edit]

Freshwater ecosystems are characterized by low salt concentrations and include:

  • Lakes and Ponds: Standing bodies of freshwater that vary in size and depth, supporting a range of aquatic life.
  • Rivers and Streams: Flowing freshwater systems that move continuously in one direction, providing habitats for various species.
  • Wetlands: Areas where water covers the soil or is present near the surface, supporting both aquatic and terrestrial species.

Ecological Importance[edit]

Aquatic ecosystems are vital for numerous ecological functions, including:

  • Biodiversity: They provide habitats for a wide range of species, contributing to global biodiversity.
  • Nutrient cycling: Aquatic ecosystems play a crucial role in the cycling of nutrients such as carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus.
  • Climate regulation: Oceans and other aquatic systems help regulate the Earth's climate by absorbing carbon dioxide and heat.
  • Water purification: Wetlands and other aquatic systems filter pollutants and improve water quality.

Threats to Aquatic Ecosystems[edit]

Aquatic ecosystems face numerous threats, including:

  • Pollution: Contaminants such as plastics, chemicals, and oil spills can harm aquatic life and degrade ecosystems.
  • Climate change: Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns affect water levels, temperatures, and the distribution of species.
  • Overfishing: Unsustainable fishing practices can deplete fish populations and disrupt food webs.
  • Habitat destruction: Activities such as dredging, damming, and land reclamation can destroy or alter aquatic habitats.

Conservation and Management[edit]

Efforts to conserve and manage aquatic ecosystems include:

  • Protected areas: Establishing marine reserves and freshwater protected areas to conserve biodiversity and habitats.
  • Sustainable practices: Promoting sustainable fishing, agriculture, and industrial practices to reduce impacts on aquatic systems.
  • Restoration projects: Initiatives to restore degraded ecosystems, such as wetland restoration and coral reef rehabilitation.

Also see[edit]

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