The Dynamics of the Benthic Molluscs in Inner Bay of the Izmir
2005
Mustafa Palaz
In the present study, the dynamics of the benthic molluscs in inner bay of the Izmir were studied in monthly periods from March to December. Five station were selected and monthly benthic sampling was carried out by Vanveen grap. A total of 1196 individuals belonging to 18 species were identified from all stations. The results of this research, demonstrated that both numbers of species and individuals decreased at selected stations on the inner part of the Bay where the water has been affected by pollution when compared with the result of previous studies. The number of species and of individuals increased at the outer parts of the Bay, where the waters has been affected by the waves.
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