Concept: estuary in the concept vocabulary

Concept URI http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/2974
Preferred label estuary
Definition Area at the mouth of a river where it broadens into the sea, and where fresh and sea water intermingle to produce brackish water. The estuarine environment is very rich in wildlife, particularly aquatic, but it is very vulnerable to damage as a result of the actions of humans.
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Status Valid
Status Modified 2013-12-05
Accepted Date 2013-12-05
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Alternative label
  • estuar [hr]
  • ústie rieky [sk]
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