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Aquatic Insects as Indicators of Water Quality

Aquatic Insects as Indicators of Water Quality

by Driftless Prairies | Jul 23, 2018 | Conservation, Insects, Wetlands and Streambanks

Photo above: Cybister fimbriolatus: Dysticidae (predaceous diving beetle) would have a tolerance score of 5. Author: Dr. Hope Q. Liu (Biology) Aquatic insects, also called benthic macroinvertebrates, are ideal bioindicators of water quality. What the heck is a benthic...
Confluence, our Water Ways in art

Confluence, our Water Ways in art

by Driftless Prairies | Jun 14, 2018 | Conservation, Groundwater, Plants, Soil, Wetlands and Streambanks

The Blanchardville Public Library’s summer theme is “Library’s Rock”  which makes the art exhibit depicting the hydrologic cycle perfect. Ten community artists came together (confluence) to create a beautiful and educational exhibit...

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