Ecological Function (IMAGE) Virginia Institute of Marine Science Caption The consumption of bryozoans atop an eelgrass blade by amphipods is one example of an ecological function. Credit © Emmett Duffy/VIMS. Usage Restrictions One-time use only. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.