Viswambharan, D

[ 1 ] - Mussel reefs in sub-littoral zone-An important habitat for infaunal and ichthyofaunal diversity

A Sub-littoral mussel reefs harbours rich and diverse invertebrate communities. They utilize the reef complex as their habitat, rich feeding substrate and also as refuge from predation. Though the invertebrate diversity of the reefs is available, reports pertaining to their relation to dietary habit of reef fishes are lacking. A study was taken up at the sub-littoral mussel reefs occurring off ...