Salt concentrations in lakes are dynamic. In the western United States, water diversions have caused significant declines in lake levels resulting in increased salinity, placing many aquatic species at risk (Galat and Robinson 1983, Beutel et al. 2001). Severe droughts can have similar effects on salt concentrations and aquatic communities (Swanson et al. 2003). Conversely, large inputs of water can dilute salt concentrations and contribute to community shifts (Euliss et al. 2004).
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Title | Salamander colonization of Chase Lake, Stutsman County, North Dakota |
| Authors | David M. Mushet, Kyle I. McLean, Craig A. Stockwell |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | The Prairie Naturalist |
| Index ID | 70060519 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center |