euryhaline animal
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A euryhaline animal is an organism that can tolerate a wide range of salinity levels in the water it inhabits. This adaptability is crucial for survival in environments where salt concentrations fluctuate significantly, such as estuaries where freshwater rivers meet the sea.12
In contrast, stenohaline organisms have a much more limited tolerance to changes in salinity. Euryhaline animals, like certain crabs, are well-equipped to handle these environmental shifts, which often also include tolerance to temperature variations. This ability to regulate their internal osmotic environment allows them to thrive in diverse aquatic conditions.213
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