Mediterranean communities of lower mediolittoral rock sheltered from wave action
English name:
Mediterranean communities of lower mediolittoral rock sheltered from wave action
Description (English)
These communities are located in the sheltered lower horizon of the mediolittoral rock and result from the concomitance of three components: little wave action, variations in atmospheric pressure and wind and tide. The dominant aspect is the constant humidity of the substratum.
Source: EUNIS habitat classification
Quick facts
| EUNIS habitat type | code A1.34 |
|---|
Vegetation types
Relation to vegetation types (syntaxa)
Not availableSpecies mentioned in habitat description
Not available
Other classifications
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CORINE Land Cover | 4.2.3. | Intertidal flats | n/a |
| Barcelona Convention 199812 | II.4.2. | Biocenosis of the lower mediolittoral rock | wider |
History
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200410 | A1.34 | Mediterranean communities of lower mediolittoral rock sheltered from wave action | same |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200308 | A1.35 | Mediterranean communities of the lower mediolittoral rock sheltered from wave action | same |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200202 | A1.35 | Communities of the lower mediolittoral rock sheltered from wave action | same |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 199910 | A1.34 | Biocenosis of the lower mediolittoral rock sheltered from wave action | same |
