Freshwater invertebrates of Garamba National Park (Haut- Uele/ DRC): conservation assessment

A comprehensive assessment of Garamba National Park's freshwater invertebrate biodiversity reveals that 44 families were identified, with insects dominating the aquatic fauna. The study highlights significant correlations between water physicochemical properties—such as depth, temperature, total dissolved solids (TDS), and substrate types—and macrozoobenthos community composition and diversity. Notably, changes in vegetation and increased human activities within and around the park have altered invertebrate compositions over time. Researchers recommend long-term monitoring of these species and their habitats, accounting for seasonal variations, alongside stricter legislation to mitigate anthropogenic impacts.

Wembo Ndeo, O., & B, K. (2026). Freshwater invertebrates of Garamba National Park (Haut- Uele/ DRC): conservation assessment. Revue Des Carrefours Des Sciences et de l’Innovation, 1(1), 131–141. https://doi.org/10.68196/7q3v5p