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Why are salt marshes considered important nursery habitats for estuarine fish?
They provide shelter and food for juvenile fish.
They are too salty for most fish species.
They have high temperatures that fish prefer.
They contain no vegetation.
What role do the plants in salt marshes play in the nursery habitat for estuarine fish?
They release toxins that affect fish growth.
They provide oxygen for fishes living in the marsh.
They offer protection from predators and contribute to food webs.
They decrease the salinity of the water.
Which of the following factors makes salt marshes ideal for breeding areas for estuarine fish?
High salinity levels.
Stable temperatures and nutrient-rich substrates.
Lack of any predators.
Overabundance of large fish.
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