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A comparison of aquatic macroinvertebrate and large branchiopod community composition between temporary pans of a conservation area and surrounding communal area in South Africa
(Taylor & Francis Online, 2020-03-08)
Although temporary wetlands are often biodiversity hotspots that deliver multiple ecosystem services, they are also threatened by human exploitation. We conducted a comparative field study to investigate the impact of ...
The decline in phytoplankton biomass and prawn catches in the Rufiji-Mafia Channel, Tanzania
(African Journals Online, 2016-11-27)
The world’s oceans have seen significant declines in phytoplankton-the primary food source in the marine environment. This decline in primary producers is likely to impact the food chain and functions of most coastal and ...
Where does land use matter most? Contrasting land use effects on river quality at different spatial scales
(Elsevier B.V., 2020-05-01)
Understanding the influence of land-use activities on river quality has been a key focus of river monitoring programs worldwide. However, defining which land-use spatial scale is relevant remains elusive. In this study, ...
Seasonal variation in benthic macroinvertebrate assemblages and water quality in an Afrotropical river catchment, northeastern Tanzania
(Elsevier, 2020-05)
Population growth and economic development have resulted in increased water demands, threatening freshwater resources. In riverine ecosystems, continuous monitoring of the river quality is needed to follow up on their ...
Where does land use matter most? Contrasting land use effects on river quality at different spatial scales
(Elsevier, 2020-05-01)
Understanding the influence of land-use activities on river quality has been a key focus of river monitoring programs worldwide. However, defining which land-use spatial scale is relevant remains elusive. In this study, ...