Diatom diversity and distribution in Madeira Island streams (Portugal).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Here, we present the data obtained from the samples collected in a field campaign during the spring of 2015 which aims for a better understanding of the diversity and distribution patterns of freshwater diatoms in Madeira Island. Following European and Portuguese standards and recommendations for routine diatom sampling and analysis, we collected samples in 40 sites, distributed in 27 permanent streams and identified the diatom species present, using general diatom floras and studies in Portuguese freshwater diatoms.

New information

Little is known about the diversity and distribution of freshwater diatom assemblages from Madeira Archipelago. This study reports a survey in 40 sites in Madeira Island distributed in 27 permanent streams. A total of 965 diatom (Bacil

SUBMITTER: Ritter C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7758310 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature