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Aquatic macroinvertebrates of the Grand Calumet River

Proceedings of the Indiana Academy of Science
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Abstract

The Grand Calumet River is potential habitat for a rich community of aquatic macroinvertebrates. Historical surveys of these organisms have been limited to post-industrialization of the Calumet Region; but because river habitats and conditions prior to industrialization have been described, past macroinvertebrate composition can be inferred. In the past 20 years, several surveys have been conducted in the Grand Calumet that have focused on a limited area, but when these studies are amassed the information available covers much of the river. In this paper, the aquatic macroinvertebrate communities in the river are described, and options for restoration are discussed. Many of the macroinvertebrates present are indicators of high levels of pollution, but a few pollution-sensitive species have been found. There is evidence, however, that the sediment quality has improved since the 1960's, likely due to pollution controls that have been put into place. Restoration opportunities should consider the macroinvertebrate community and the potential to improve sediment habitat without damaging the community structure.

Suggested Citation

Last, L.L., Whitman, R.L., 2000, Aquatic macroinvertebrates of the Grand Calumet River: Proceedings of the Indiana Academy of Science, v. 108-109, no. 1-4, p. 45-81.

Publication type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Title Aquatic macroinvertebrates of the Grand Calumet River
Series title Proceedings of the Indiana Academy of Science
Volume 108-109
Issue 1-4
Year Published 2000
Language English
Publisher Indiana Academy of Science
Contributing office(s) Great Lakes Science Center
Description 37 p.
Larger Work Type Article
Larger Work Subtype Journal Article
Larger Work Title Proceedings of the Indiana Academy of Science
First page 45
Last page 81
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