CRC Press Ecology of Marine Bivalves: An Ecosystem Approach, Second Edition

Ecology of Marine Bivalves: An Ecosystem Approach, Second Edition from CRC Press explores the complex ecological relationships and behaviours of bivalve mollusks through a comprehensive, holistic framework. This second edition examines how these hand-sized creatures form massive reef aggregations spanning millions of individuals, functioning as natural water filters that regulate ecosystem processes in coastal and tidal environments. The text integrates bivalve history, thermodynamic principles, ecosystem components, and species interactions-including human influence-to provide an in-depth understanding of marine mollusks as vital indicators of ecosystem health. Ideal for marine biologists, environmental scientists, and ecology students, this CRC Marine Science volume combines theoretical foundations with practical applications for monitoring and assessing aquatic ecosystem conditions.