People need freshwater biodiversity: Nine reasons freshwater biodiversity is important for humans
May 22, 2023
Freshwater biodiversity, from fish to frogs and microbes to macrophytes, provides a vast array of services to people. These services are under a growing threat as human-related pressure threatens freshwater biodiversity on multiple fronts. Here, Abigail Lynch and colleagues discuss nine fundamental ecosystem services that freshwater biodiversity provide to people. Given the importance of freshwater biodiversity to our very existence, they make a plea for a redoubled effort to better conserve this precious resource.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2023 |
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Title | People need freshwater biodiversity: Nine reasons freshwater biodiversity is important for humans |
Authors | Abigail Lynch, Karen J. Murchie, Steven J. Cooke |
Publication Type | Newsletter |
Publication Subtype | Newsletter |
Series Title | Global Water Forum |
Index ID | 70245093 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | National Climate Adaptation Science Center |