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Rotifer occurrence in relation to water temperature in Loch Leven, Scotland

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Many rotifer species in Loch Leven show a distinct seasonality in occurrence. This appears to be primarily an effect of temperature. While some species seem to be eurythermal, other species show a well-defined range of temperature preference, outside which they are unable to maintain populations. Within this range, there is a close correlation between food availability and rotifer abundance.

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    Linda May

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May, L. Rotifer occurrence in relation to water temperature in Loch Leven, Scotland. Hydrobiologia 104, 311–315 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00045983

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