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A list of macroinvertebrates in Dutch water types: A first step towards an ecological classification of surface waters based on key factors

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An ecological classification of surface waters in the Netherlands is presented. This classification is based on literature data and the authors opinions concerning the habitat range of macroinvertebrate taxa. Water types were defined by key factors. Taxa were assigned to these water types and provided with a characterizing weight. The list may be a useful tool in the ecological management of waters.

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  1. Department of Hydrobiology, Institute for Forestry and Nature Research, P.O. Box 46, 3956 ZR, Leersum, The Netherlands

    P. F. M. Verdonschot, L. W. G. Higler & W. F. Van Der Hoek

  2. Department of Nature Conservation, Agricultural University Wageningen, Ritzema Bosweg 32A, 6703 AZ, Wageningen, The Netherlands

    J. G. M. Cuppen

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Verdonschot, P.F.M., Higler, L.W.G., Van Der Hoek, W.F. et al. A list of macroinvertebrates in Dutch water types: A first step towards an ecological classification of surface waters based on key factors. Hydrobiological Bulletin 25, 241–259 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02270810

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