Freshwater Algae: Identification, Enumeration and Use as Bioindicators

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Edward G. Bellinger (Central European University) David C. Sigee (University of Manchester)

Freshwater Algae

Identification, Enumeration and Use as Bioindicators

Edward G. Bellinger (Central European University), David C. Sigee (University of Manchester)

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Wiley-Blackwell
06 February 2015

Ecological science, the Biosphere; Freshwater biology, limnology; Phycology, algae & lichens

This is the second edition of Freshwater Algae; the popular guide to temperate freshwater algae. This book uniquely combines practical information on sampling and experimental techniques with an explanation of basic algal taxonomy plus a key to identify the more frequently-occurring organisms. Fully revised, it describes major bioindicator species in relation to key environmental parameters and their implications for aquatic management.

This second edition includes:

the same clear writing style as the first edition to provide an easily accessible source of information on algae within standing and flowing waters, and the problems they may cause

the identification of 250 algae using a key based on readily observable morphological features that can be readily observed under a conventional light microscope

up-to-date information on the molecular determination of taxonomic status, analytical microtechniques and the potential role of computer analysis in algal biology

upgrades to numerous line drawings to include more detail and extra species information, full colour photographs of live algae – including many new images from the USA and China

Bridging the gap between simple identification texts and highly specialised research volumes, this book is

used both as a comprehensive introduction to the subject and as a laboratory manual. The new edition will be invaluable to aquatic biologists for algal identification, and for all practitioners and researchers working within aquatic microbiology in industry and academia.

By: Edward G. Bellinger (Central European University), David C. Sigee (University of Manchester)
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 242mm, Width: 186mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 794g
ISBN: 9781118917169
ISBN 10: 1118917162
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 06 February 2015
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Edward G. Bellinger, Department Environmental Sciences & Policy, Central European University, Hungary David C. Sigee, School of Earth, Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, UK

Reviews for Freshwater Algae: Identification, Enumeration and Use as Bioindicators

""Nevertheless, I believe the book can be used by many who have an interest in freshwater phycology, including cell biologists, ecologists, evolutionary biologists, environmental conservation specialists, and, last but not least, (advanced) freshwater aquarium enthusiasts who want to learn more about the so-called ""good"" and ""bad"" algae in their fish tanks. Bellinger and Sigee prepared a great book, and I highly recommend it to readers."" (""J Appl Phycol"", 1 March 2013)