| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| ECOTONES | Transitional zones between different plant communities |
| ECOTONE | Transitional zone between plant communities |
| ecotones | the transition zone between two different plant communities, as that between forest and prairie |
| ecotone | the transition zone between two different plant communities, as that between forest and prairie |
| ecotonal | the transition zone between two different plant communities, as that between forest and prairie |
| communal | (of conflict) Between different communities, esp. those having different religions or ethnic origins |
