Variability of Phytoplankton in Lentic Habitats
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Seasonal variability of phytoplankton in two lentic habitats of the Chalakkudy river basin viz. Parambikulam and Peringalkuthu reservoirs were studied during 20092011. Qualitative and quantitative analysis of phytoplankton were analysed using standard methods. A total of 102 species of phytoplanktons were recorded from the lentic habitats of the study area during the study period. A higher abundance of phytoplanktons and species diversity was recorded from Peringalkuthu reservoir when compared to the Parambikulam reservoir. Result of the study indicated that post-monsoon season is favourable for the growth of phytoplankton in these water bodies. Variability of Phytoplankton in Lentic Habitats Ph.D. Thesis Mahatma Gandhi University 2013 K.M. Mohamed Nasser 237 Chapter 7 Variability of Phytoplankton in Lentic Habitats
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تاریخ انتشار 2014