The document discusses the ecology of rocky shores and the organisms that live there. It describes how waves and tides impact the plants and animals in the rocky shore habitat. It also outlines several survival strategies used by common rocky shore dwellers like barnacles, mussels, and periwinkles to endure the constant movement of tides and waves. Examples include hiding in cracks or tightly closing shells at low tide. The document concludes by explaining how rocky shores are important nursery areas that provide food and shelter for many species.

2. 1. Waves – Wind blowing causes wave action and
the animals and plants that live on the shores
are accustomed to the constant pounding

3. 2. Tides – When tide falls plants and
animals are exposed to air. When tide
rises, they are flooded.

4. Zonation
Rock Pools
Rocky shore dwellers (plants
and animals)
Survival Tricks

7. • Young Fish
• Chitons
• Periwinkles
• Limpets
• Barnacles
• Mussels

8. • Kelp
• Irish Moss

9.  Avoid the sun to prevent drying out
 Remain in cracks and burrows at low tide
 Close their valves tightly (barnacles,
oysters etc.)
 Camoflouge
 Tough outer shell or flexible & flat.

10.  Provide homes for many animals
 Important nursery area for fish and
crustaceans
 Algae covered areas provide shelter for
certain animals
 Provides lots of food for fish
 The algae provide food for rare and
important marine turtles
 Provide food for wading birds at low tide

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