Comparative assessment of stream acidity using diatoms and macroinvertebrates: implications for river management and conservation

1. Macroinvertebrates and phytobenthic organisms (e.g. diatoms) are frequently used as bioindicators of water quality, yet few studies compare their effectiveness despite both being emphasized in the EC Water Framework Directive. 2. Here, as a case study, the efficacy of each group in assessing acid...

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