Ecosystems

Choose the Correct Answer

Correct Answer : Option a

Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: Littoral and Swamp Forests occur in and around deltas, estuaries and creeks which are prone to tidal influences and are also known as delta or tidal forests.The most important feature about these forests is they can survive and grow both in fresh as well as brackish water. These forests are adapted to the changing water salinity levels in coastal regions.

Statement 2 is not correct: While littoral forests occur at several places along the coast, Swamp forests are confined to the deltas of the Ganga, Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna and Cauvery. Littoral forests are typically found along the coastlines, particularly in mangrove areas and tidal regions, whereas swamp forests are generally found in low-lying, waterlogged areas in both freshwater and brackish environments.
Hence, Swamps are not necessarily more common than littoral forests, as the distribution depends on geographical and environmental factors.