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

  • High mountain rivers and streams

    High mountain rivers and streams

    High mountain streams and rivers have one main characteristic: their flow is highly influenced by snow. As a result, the water volume changes significantly throughout the year, peaking in spring when the snow melts rapidly, which can cause major floods. Extreme conditions at the headwaters These ecosystems, especially at the headwaters, can freeze completely or…

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