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Species diversity: Benthonic Foraminifera in Western North Atlantic

January 1, 1969

Maximum species diversity occurs at abyssal depths of greater than 2500 meters. Other diversity peaks occur at depths of 35 to 45 meters and 100 to 200 meters. The peak at 35 to 45 meters is due to species equitability, whereas the other two peaks correspond to an increase in the number of species.

Publication Year 1969
Title Species diversity: Benthonic Foraminifera in Western North Atlantic
Authors M.A. Buzas, T. G. Gibson
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Science
Index ID 70010093
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse