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New study warns of the decline of cold-adapted zooplankton in Alpine high-mountain lakes
A new scientific study, published in the journal Biological Conservation and led by the LIFE RESQUE ALPY project, has documented a rapid disappearance of cold-adapted zooplankton in high-altitude lakes of the Western Alps. These microscopic organisms, which serve as key bioindicators of ecological health, are declining as a result of global warming and the introduction…
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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 — photosynthetic organisms — and, in turn, form the foundation of the diet of many fish and other aquatic…
