Types
of Marine Ecosystems
 The
types of marine ecosystems are: coastal waters
(including estuaries and lagoons), coral reefs,
soft bottom continental shelves, upwelling
continental shelves, open oceans and polar
oceans.
Coral reefs - are the dominant type
of ecosystems in tropical areas with low upwelling
or freshwater inputs. Coral reef ecosystems
occur in areas where sunlight can reach reef-building
corals on solid surfaces and stable sediments.
They are fragile, vital for island countries,
richest in biodiversity and heavily impacted
by inland runoffs and inland activities (e.g.
deforestation or inappropriate agricultural
practices). Coral reefs are particularly sensitive
to destructive fishing methods using explosives
and poisons. They are mainly used by artisanal
fisheries. Learn
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Types
of Marine Ecosystems
- Coastal waters
- Estuaries
- Lagoons
- Coral reefs
- Soft-bottom continental shelves
- Upwelling continental shelves
- Open oceans
- Polar oceans
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South
Africa continues to enjoy the tremendous goodwill
of holidaymakers worldwide. The wildlife safari
is a key item on the South Africa tourist
menu. Those who chose to see Africa's wildlife
here will not be disappointed. The game viewing
experience is excellent at the top rated Kruger
National Park and at other well-regarded game
parks in the country. Wildlife is protected
in over 300 public and private game and nature
reserves. SANParks (South African National
Parks) manages 20 national parks spread throughout
the country. 
