Modified on : 14 Feb 2019

Shallow rocky bottoms receive the ideal amount of light for many algae species to grow and form a dense cover on the rocks. These algae provide food and shelter for small invertebrates that other animals like fish prey on.

Shallow rocky bottoms receive the ideal amount of light for many algae species to grow and form a dense cover on the rocks. These algae provide food and shelter for small invertebrates that other animals like fish prey on.