We love our coasts, and so do animals! The corridor of water where the open ocean transitions into coastal habitat is known as the surf zone. The churning forces of the waves clashing with the land make these some of the most food-rich waters on Earth. Nutrients are both washed off the coast from rain and rivers, but also pushed up from the depths thanks to waves and currents. Animals often come to exploit these resources, returning to the surf zone to feed, breed or even make their permanent home.
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