Factors affecting the distribution and abundance of submersed aquatic vegetation in Topock Marsh, an impounded desert wetland (Arizona) | Posted on:1999-10-26 | Degree:M.S | Type:Thesis | University:The University of Arizona | Candidate:Alanen, Marit Ingrid | Full Text:PDF | GTID:2460390014471768 | Subject:Agriculture | Abstract/Summary: | | To determine the factors affecting the distribution and abundance of submersed aquatic vegetation (SAV) within Topock Marsh, I measured 4 factors: (1) light availability (water depth and turbidity); (2) substrate type (grain size and organic content); (3) sediment nutrient availability; and (4) exposure to wave action.; Multiple regression indicated that turbidity negatively affected the distribution and abundance of SAV in Topock Marsh during 1996 and 1997. Principal components analysis of sediment data in combination with a manipulative experiment indicated substrate type and sediment nutrients may influence SAV. Young shoots of Najas marina L. grew taller and had more branches when grown in sediments that had a smaller grain size and relatively higher amounts of NH{dollar}sb4{dollar}-N and soluble K.; If the main objective of the refuge is to provide waterfowl foraging habitat, careful manipulation of water levels may be necessary to adequately promote the growth of SAV in Topock Marsh. | Keywords/Search Tags: | Topock marsh, Distribution and abundance, SAV, Factors | | Related items |
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