Definition of Term

intertidal

(English) Shore area between high- and low-water marks; shallow areas along the shore and in estuaries that are alternately exposed and covered by the tides. Many juvenile fishes are regularly found in this area. Some amphibious fishes live permanently in this zone, others are occasional visitors. (See also: ebb tide, flood tide, estuary)

intertidal

(French) Zone côtière située entre le niveau de la marée haute et celui de la marée basse ; régions d’eau peu profonde le long du rivage et dans les estuaires qui sont alternativement découvertes et recouvertes par les marées. (See also: ebb tide, flood tide, estuary)

intermareal

(Portuguese) Área da costa intermareal. (See also: ebb tide, flood tide, estuary)

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