Sensitivity and reliability of diatom metrics and guilds in detecting the impact of urbanization on streams
Ecological Indicators(2020)
Abstract
•The impact of urbanization on diatoms yet to be elucidated in China.•Diatom composition constrained by %Urban, TN, COD and WD.•Simpson’s index, Shannon-Wiener index, %Stalked individuals, %Prostrate individuals and TDI significantly responded to urbanization.•TDI variation explained by urbanization and nutrients.
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Key words
Bioassessment,Diatom metrics,Environmental management,TDI,Urban streams
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