Study of freshwater zooplanktons in Nira River around Akluj
1 Shankarrao Mohite Mahavidyalaya, Akluj. India.
2 School of Life Science PAH Solapur University, Solapur, India.
Research Article
International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research Updates, 2024, 07(02), 055–060.
Article DOI: 10.53430/ijmru.2024.7.2.0033
Publication history:
Received on 28 February 2024; revised on 19 April 2024; accepted on 22 April 2024
Abstract:
Present investigation has been conducted on Nira river around Akluj with special reference to its zooplankton diversity in relation physico-chemical characteristics. 105 (One hundred and five) zooplankton species were identified from Nira river Akluj which consisted of Rotifera 43 species (41%), Cladocera 25 species (24%), Protozoa 20 species (19%), Copepoda 12 species (11%) and Ostracoda 5 species (5%). The investigation on physico-chemical characteristics at different sites revealed its alkaline nature, suitable for aquaculture practices. Significant site variations have been recorded due to the interference of sewage and agricultural wastes. Among all the zooplankton groups, Rotifera recorded dominance. Maximum diversity of zooplankton population was recorded at macrophytic sites during summer season.
Keywords:
Freshwater Zooplaktons; Environmental role of Zooplaktons; Bio-Indicator; Seasonal variations of Zooplanktons; Location of Zooplanktons
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