RESTORATION OF AQUATIC ECOSYSTEMS IN PROTECTED AREAS IN THE ALPS AND PYRENEES

  • Strange Creatures: The Zooplankton of mountain lakes

    Strange Creatures: The Zooplankton of mountain lakes

    The crystal-clear waters of mountain lakes hide a tiny and fascinating universe: that of zooplankton. These mostly microscopic organisms float freely in the water column and play essential roles in the ecosystem. They feed on phytoplankton —microscopic plants— and, in turn, form the foundation of the diet of many fish and other aquatic species. They’re…

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