Impact ID5414
Impact TypeHabitat Alteration
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionTthe introduction of Gambusia affinis in a natural wetland was associated with a 50% decline in relative phytoplankton fluorescence and total phosphorus, and sharp increases in N:P ratios in the water column. These impacts may be due to the assimilation of fish biomass acting as sink for nutrients
Reference39144
Cost 
LocationCalifornia

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