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1 December 2002 Seasonal dynamics of macro-algae in the South Lake of Tunis
A. Shili, E. B. Trabelsi, N. Ben Maïz
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Abstract

The macro-algae communities observed in the south lake of Tunis are characterized by the predominance of nitrophilous algae which are in the order of biomass importance: Ulva, Cladophora and Enteromorpha. We have noted seasonal changes of alga distribution. The wind appears to be one of the most important factors influencing this distribution. The total biomass reaches a maximum in the spring. Rapid decomposition of the biomass leads to a severe ecological imbalance, resulting in crises of anoxia and fish death.

A restoration project has already started. It aims at removal of contaminated muds and the introduction of a new circulation system.

The main objectives of this work were to collect information on the distribution and biomass of the phytobenthic communities as a first step in the constitution of a database for further comparison.

A. Shili, E. B. Trabelsi, and N. Ben Maïz "Seasonal dynamics of macro-algae in the South Lake of Tunis," Journal of Coastal Conservation 8(2), 127-134, (1 December 2002). https://doi.org/10.1652/1400-0350(2002)008[0127:SDOMIT]2.0.CO;2
Received: 28 May 2002; Accepted: 9 December 2002; Published: 1 December 2002
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KEYWORDS
Alga
biodiversity
biomass
cartography
Cladophora
Eutrophication
restoration
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