Association with rhodolithes in coarse sands and fine gravels mixed by waves
English name:
Association with rhodolithes in coarse sands and fine gravels mixed by waves
Description (English)
This association occurs on coarse sands and fine gravels subjected to strong hydrodynamic action. Calcareous algae are attached to a small mineral or organic surface and then grow in successive layers to form rhodolithes of more or less nodulous shape and varying size.
Source: EUNIS habitat classification
Quick facts
| EUNIS habitat type | code A5.138 |
|---|---|
| Bern Convention | Included in a Resolution 4 habitat type at a higher level (A5) |
Vegetation types
Relation to vegetation types (syntaxa)
Not availableSpecies mentioned in habitat description
Not available
Other classifications
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barcelona Convention 199812 | III.3.1.1. | Association with rhodolithes | source |
| CORINE Land Cover | 5.2.3. | Sea and ocean | n/a |
History
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200410 | A5.128 | Association with rhodolithes in coarse sands and fine gravels mixed by waves | same |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200308 | A4.113 | Association with rhodolithes in coarse sands and fine gravels mixed by waves | same |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200202 | A4.113 | Association with rhodolithes in coarse sands and fine gravels mixed by waves | same |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 199910 | A4.123 | Association with rhodolithes in coarse sands and fine gravels mixed by waves | same |
