A sub-environment native to the estuaries of the Atlantic coast of North America.

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Oyster reefs are a sub-environment native to the estuaries of the Atlantic coast of North America. Oyster reefs are important for estuarine ecosystems as they provide habitat for a variety of species, filter water, and protect shorelines from erosion. Kelp beds are not native to estuaries and are typically found in colder marine environments. Mussel aggregations may be found in estuaries but are not specific to the Atlantic coast of North America. Coral heads are typically found in warmer marine environments and are not specific to estuaries. Tectonic rifts do not relate to estuarine ecosystems.

A Sub-Environment Native to the Estuaries of the Atlantic Coast