ZOOPLANKTON ASSEMBLAGE AND PHYSICOCHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF KALTUNGO DAM

E-ISSN: 3027-2939
P-ISSN: 3026-8397
Abbreviated Title: JSMSR
Frequency: Quarterly (Continuous model)
DOI Prefix: 10.70382/bejsmsr
Access: Open Access
E-mail: editorial@berkeleypublications.com

JOKTHAN, JESSE ALIYU; MARY JOEL

Authors

JOKTHAN, JESSE ALIYU Department of Early Childhood Care and Education, School of Early Childhood Care and Primary Education, College of Education Billiri, Gombe State. Author
MARY JOEL Department of Early Childhood Care and Education, School of Early Childhood Care and Primary Education, College of Education Billiri, Gombe State. Author

Abstract

The study investigates the zooplankton assemblage and physicochemical characteristics of Kaltungo Dam, located in northeastern Nigeria. Sampling was conducted over a period of six months to capture seasonal variations. Zooplankton diversity, abundance, and community structure were analyzed using standard methods, including microscopy and statistical techniques. Concurrently, physicochemical parameters such as temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, and total dissolved solids were measured to assess their influence on zooplankton dynamics. Results revealed a diverse zooplankton community dominated by taxa such as copepods, cladocerans and rotifers with notable seasonal fluctuations in abundance and composition. Additionally, significant correlations were observed between zooplankton abundance and various physicochemical parameters, indicating their potential role in shaping zooplankton dynamics. This study provides valuable insights into the ecological dynamics of Kaltungo Dam and underscores the importance of understanding zooplankton communities in freshwater ecosystems for effective management and conservation strategies.