Abstract:The Chironomidae family is one of the most abundant insect groups in freshwater environments. This group is one of the main organisms of benthic fauna due to sediment and vegetation colonization, with high morphological and physiological adaptations. The importance of chironomid responses to changes in the aquatic environment could allow them to be used to monitor streams, lakes, and ponds. Despite the great ecological importance of this aquatic fauna and the countless number of studies in the literature, litt… Show more
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