Rotifer Dynamics Across Trophic Gradients in Dal Lake Basins: Insights into Zooplankton-Trophic Interactions

Rotifer Dynamics Across Trophic Gradients in Dal Lake Basins presents a comprehensive analysis of rotifer communities as key indicators of aquatic productivity and ecological health in Dal Lake, Kashmir. The book examines spatial variations in rotifer diversity and abundance across different basins characterized by distinct trophic conditions, linking these patterns to physicochemical parameters and nutrient dynamics. Using a combination of field observations and multivariate statistical approaches, it highlights how trophic gradients shape zooplankton structure and influence fish food availability. The work further explores the implications of eutrophication and anthropogenic pressures on lake ecosystems, offering insights for sustainable management and conservation of Himalayan freshwater resources.