Despite the close attention springs have received from a hydrologic perspective and as
biodiversity hotspots, the multiple dimensions of spring meiofaunal assemblage diversity are …

Springs are often considered as “hotspots” of aquatic biodiversity. However, small
organisms, such as rotifers, substantially contribute to secondary production, but they are …

For millennia, springs have provided water for drinking, domestic use, balneological
treatment, liminality rites as well as tourist attractions. Amidst these uses, anthropogenic …

Understanding the dynamics of the macroinvertebrate community and the environmental
influences is crucial for effective management and conservation of springs. This study …

Headwaters in alpine regions and their biodiversity are particularly threatened by climatic
changes. Most predictions on their response to climate change are based on modeling …

Stygobionts, namely animals with strong adaptations to subterranean environments that are
unable to complete their life cycles outside groundwater, can be observed in spring …

The Tatra Mountains stand out as the wettest and most water-rich region in Poland. Despite
this, limited studies addressed this issue, and current knowledge largely relies on data …

Mountain streams constitute challenging habitat for many fish species due to rapid and
variable flow, cool temperature, and limited food resources. Groundwaters recharge by karst …

Spring areas are specific habitats characterized by higher humidity, which favors the
presence of a range of living organisms. We have studied three types of mountain forest …

Mountain springs' recharging mechanisms have undergone significant changes due to
climate change, as well as altered water consumption patterns and policies. Specifically …