International Journal of Limnology

International Journal of Limnology publishes papers on the ecology of freshwater systems, ranging from studies of aquatic organisms, physical and chemical works which relate to the biological environment, to ecological applications and frameworks for water management directives.

Journal founded by University Paul Sabatier, Toulouse in 1964.

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Special issue - Biology and Management of Coregonid Fishes - 2023
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Spawning behaviour of lake whitefish in Lake Huron revealed by fine-scale acoustic telemetry and Indigenous ecological knowledge

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In our study of the spawning behaviour of lake whitefish, we observed fish using a variety of habitat types during the spawning season, including a rocky spawning shoal, sandy substrates, and steeper slopes. Both sexes moved shallower at night and deeper during the day, with males moving more at night and females more during the day. This study could help inform stewardship efforts aimed at lake whitefish spawning habitat restoration and protection.

Int. J. Lim., 60 (2024) 8
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Characterization of testicular histology and spermatogenesis in the Levantine frog, Pelophylax bedriagae (Amphibia: Anura: Ranidae)

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Amphibians are major members of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. They serve as both predator and prey in both ecosystems. Therefore, they provide the transfer of energy between these systems. However, there are few studies on the gametogenesis of amphibian. Therefore, histological characteristics of Pelophylax bedriagae testes were studied.

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Special issue - Biology and Management of Coregonid Fishes - 2023
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Impact of fishing activities on the population dynamics of European whitefish in four peri-alpine lakes

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Our study introduces the first Bayesian Delay-Difference model adapted to whitefish fisheries in peri-alpine lakes. By analyzing various data, the model accurately estimates annual biomass, recruitment, stage structure of landings, and fishing mortality. These insights are invaluable for comprehending the historical trends and impacts of fishing activities on these stocks.

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Special issue - Biology and Management of Coregonid Fishes - 2023
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Factors influencing larval coregonine spatial distribution in Lake Geneva (Europe) and Lake Superior (North America) during a single season near known spawning sites

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We exploredpotential drivers of larval coregoninedistributions in Lake Geneva, France and Lake Superior, USA. Depth and wind were important drivers in both lakes, date was important in Lake Geneva, and available preydensity was not important. Understanding the importance of these factors can help elucidate mechanisms regulating larval survival.

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Special issue - Biology and Management of Coregonid Fishes - 2023
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Rehabilitation of whitefish fisheries in lakes Geneva and Bourget during the eutrophication period: assessing socio-economic impacts through large collaborative research

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From the beginning of the 1980s, professional fishermen and recreational anglers, together with state services and researchers from INRA, developed an applied research program focusing on the improvement and optimisation of salmonid stocking in the Lakes Geneva and Bourget. The aim of thispaperis to retrospectively retrace the key stages of this program and its main impacts on society.

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The increasing of maximum lake water temperature in lowland lakes of central Europe: case study of the Polish Lakeland

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The study showed significant changes in the maximum annual water temperatures in post-glacial lakes located in Poland in the years 1971-2015. The highest rate of increase in monthly maximum water temperature was recorded in April and the lowest in January and February. The value of maximum water temperature trends was lower than annual air temperature trends.

Ann. Limnol. - Int. J. Lim., 55 (2019) 6
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Occurrence of potentially toxic cyanobacteria Microcystis aeruginosa in aquatic ecosystems of central Kerala (south India)

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The occurrence of M. aeruginosa bloom in two freshwater ponds along central Kerala has been addressed along with the variations in the hydrobiological characteristics of the ecosystem during bloom and non-bloom conditions of the species. Histological studies highlight hepatotoxicity of M. aeruginosa signifying regular monitoring of bloom events in these ecosystems.

Ann. Limnol. - Int. J. Lim., 56 (2020) 18
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Effects of herbicide mixtures on freshwater microalgae with the potential effect of a safener

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Eleven agrochemicals tested on a microalga included a safener added in specific agrochemical formulations. One molecule was 2-fold more toxic than the mixture of all compounds. The safener decreased the toxicity of this herbicide that contains a halogen atom.

Ann. Limnol. - Int. J. Lim., 55 (2019) 3
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Effects of salinity on species composition of zooplankton on Hau River, Mekong Delta, Vietnam

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Zooplankton was found to change proportionally with salinity changes in the Mekong Delta (MD) estuarine areas. Rotifera and Cladocera were inversely proportional while Protozoa and Copepoda were positively proportional to salinity. This first time ever findings can be applied to predict change in biological productivity of the estuarine ecosystem in the MD.

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Longitudinal distribution of macroinvertebrate in a very wet North African Basin: Oued Melloulou (Morocco)

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The Melloulou River presented 161 invertebrate taxa, most new for northeast Morocco. Multivariate analyses showed an invertebrate distribution governed by altitude, slope and current velocity in a highly flow dynamic. Three assemblages and a great number of ubiquitous taxa were also found. These findings are of crucial concern for managing actions.

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