Plankton as potential prey in fjords

Two closely located fjords, one heavily influenced by exchange processes and one with restricted exchange potential with outer waters, deviate markedly in mesoplankton and macroplankton standing stock. It is argued that higher advective input of plankton is one main factor causing higher plankton abundance in the open fjord. Establishment of plankton transport budgets should be a principal element in evaluating the potential yield of extensive mariculture.

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