Saturday, July 22, 2017

5 Creatures That Live in Brackish Waters

*As I look off the balcony and observe children playing in the intercoastal, I often wonder do the parents have any clue.
I'll skip from 1 to 5 and provide a link for everything in between.

Brackish, or “briny” water can be a hostile living environment for many species across the world. However, there are more creatures that live in brackish waters than one might think. Brackish water typically has 0.5 to 30 grams of salt per liter, which is more salt than fresh water but less salt than ocean water. The creatures that live in brackish waters have evolved several advantages in order to survive in this unusually harsh environment. Here’s a look at some of these incredible animals.


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#5 American Alligator


Not all brackish water-inhabiting animals are fish! The American Alligator is one of the largest residents, growing up to 20 feet long and weighing in at a maximum of 1,000 pounds. They are found along the U.S. coast from eastern Texas to North Carolina. As predators, they are important in maintaining the ecosystems in which they live.

And my brackish water backyard.




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