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A · B · C · D · E · F · G · H · I · J · K · L · M · N · O · P · Q · R · S · T · U · V · W · X · Y · Z   entire Web this site zonation The occurrence of bands of characteristic vegetation in an area. Examples include the bands of different types of seaweed that occur progressively up a shore from the low-tide to the high-tide levels. Species from the low-tide zone would dry out and die at the high-tide level, whereas high-tide species could not withstand prolonged immersion in seawater in the low-tide zone. The varying vegetation in turns attracts varying animal species. Related category    • ECOLOGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Science Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP