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Lentic

Posted by abby on February 12, 2016
Cichlids have radiated in the lotic environment of Lake Victoria.

Cichlids have radiated in the lentic environment of Lake Victoria.

Lentic describes freshwater ecosystems characterized by still water and low flow, such as a lake or pond.  Certain fish species have evolved to become lentic specialists, such as the high diversity of cichlid species found in Lake Victoria.

Posted in: L | Tagged: freshwater, lake, lotic, still water

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