The species richness and abundance of macro-invertebrates in Bilawali Talab, Indore (M.P.), India

Abstract

The present study involved sampling, pre-identification and identification of macro-invertebrates during 2013-14 and computing the % occurrence of families of various taxonomic groups. Macro-invertebrates were identified up to family level, and bio assessment at various locations has been done. 38 species of Benthic macro-invertebrates were identified 12 species of Annelides,13 species of Molluscans and 13 species of Arthropoda have been found in different depth composition inhabiting the Bilawali Talab. The present study deals with the population density and species diversity of aquatic macro invertebrate fauna.