Springer Integrated Assessment of Running Waters in Europe 175

This scientific text provides a deep look into the principles and methodologies of river assessment, serving as a central resource for the European Water Framework Directive. It covers the entire process of assessing running waters, from defining reference conditions and river typologies to addressing specific technical challenges like taxonomic resolution and software applications. Focusing heavily on benthic macroinvertebrates, which are the most common group used in bioassessment, the book offers insights that apply to other taxonomic groups and various ecosystem types. This volume is part of the Developments in Hydrobiology series, making it an essential reference for researchers and professionals working within biological sciences and ecology. It provides the foundational knowledge needed to understand how running waters are monitored and evaluated according to modern standards.