Sea otters positively influence genetic diversity in seagrasses through foraging. Seagrass usually reproduces via cloning, but disturbances – such as digging otters – cause the plants to increase sexual reproduction. The pits otters leave after foraging then allow space for new seedlings to develop.
Sea otters positively influence genetic diversity in seagrasses through foraging. Seagrass usually reproduces via cloning, but disturbances - such as ...