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The Hindu·3 min read·medium

At the meeting point

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KATIE BAGLI
At the meeting point
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This article explores the ecological dynamics of estuaries, where river water meets the ocean to create nutrient-rich brackish environments. It highlights how various aquatic species, such as dolphins and sharks, adapt to or utilize these transitional zones for feeding and breeding.

W hat if the water at home suddenly turns salty for three months of the year? What if even the bottled water that you want to buy is salty? How will you survive this sudden transformation? Aquatic creatures face a similar situation when a river finally meets the ocean. But they have learnt to adapt and, in many cases, to even take advantage of this sudden shift in the environment.

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