Publication details
A comparative analysis of restoration measures and their effects on hydromorphology and benthic invertebrates in 26 central and southern European rivers
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| Year of publication | 2010 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | Journal of Applied Ecology |
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| Field | Ecology |
| Keywords | active restoration; benthic invertebrates; central Europe; lowland rivers; mesohabitat; microhabitat; mountain rivers; passive restoration; southern Europe |
| Description | Restoration measures addressing relatively short river sections (several hundred metres) are successful in terms of improving habitat diversity of the river and its floodplain. Active restoration measures are suitable if short-term changes in hydromorphology are desired. To realize changes in benthic invertebrate community composition, habitat restoration within a small stretch is generally not sufficient. We conclude that restoring habitat on a larger scale, using more comprehensive measures and tackling catchment-wide problems (e.g. water quality, source populations) are required for a recovery of the invertebrate community. |
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