What are the different types of aquatic habitats?

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The different types of aquatic habitats are freshwater habitats, marine habitats, and estuarine habitats. These habitats provide living spaces for various plants, animals, and microorganisms.

Aquatic habitats are natural homes for organisms that live in water. They are broadly divided into two categories: freshwater and marine. Freshwater habitats include rivers, lakes, ponds, and streams. Marine habitats cover oceans, seas, and coral reefs. Estuarine habitats are special zones where freshwater meets seawater.

Types of Aquatic Habitats

Freshwater habitats: Found in rivers, ponds, lakes, and streams. These have low salt content.
Marine habitats: Cover oceans and seas. These are saltwater habitats and make up about 70% of Earth’s surface.
Estuarine habitats: Located where rivers meet oceans. They are highly productive and support many species.

Examples

Habitat Type	Examples	Key Features
Freshwater	Ponds, rivers, lakes	Low salinity, supports amphibians and fish
Marine	Oceans, seas, coral reefs	High salinity, diverse species like whales and sharks
Estuarine	River deltas	Mix of fresh and salt water, nurseries for fish

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