Salt Marsh quiz


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  • Created by: emilyem
  • Created on: 05-05-14 13:49
Where is Keyhaven Marshes?
hampshire
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What is Keyhaven Marshes?
an area of salt marsh
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Where did Keyhaven Marshes form?
lee of Hurst castle spit
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What habitats does Keyhaven Marshes support?
Grassland, scrub, salt marsh and reed beds
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Name two birds found in the area of Keyhaven Marshes.
Oystercatcher and ringed plove
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How much does Keyhaven marshes retreat by each year?
6m
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When were defences put in place to increase the size of the spit?
1996
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What defences were put in to protect the spit?
rock armour and beach nourishment
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