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Identification Guide of Freshwater Macroinvertebrates of Spain pp 1–5Cite as

Why, Where and How: An Identification Guide of Macroinvertebrates

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This chapter provides a general introduction to the identification of macroinvertebrates, with particular emphasis on the management of river systems and the correct identification of these animals in field surveys. Subsequently, the study area and taxonomic groups considered are defined and delimited. Technical considerations about photographic methods are also included at the end of the chapter.

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    Javier Oscoz, David Galicia & Rafael Miranda

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Oscoz, J., Galicia, D., Miranda, R. (2011). Why, Where and How: An Identification Guide of Macroinvertebrates. In: Oscoz, J., Galicia, D., Miranda, R. (eds) Identification Guide of Freshwater Macroinvertebrates of Spain. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-1554-7_1

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