Long-term transformations analysis of the structure of diatom complexes and phytoplanctonassociactions from Rybinsk and Ivankovsky reservoirs

Abstract

The paper discusses the prospects of applying the new concept of integrated monitoring (NCIM) on the example of the Rybinsk and Ivankovo reservoirs. NCIM implies a joint study of phytoplankton, which is traditionally carried out in the water area of reservoirs during biomonitoring and layer-by-layer analysis of diatom complexes from accumulated bottom sediments. When comparing the structure of phytoplankton and diatom complexes, the work presents the results of the graphical analysis method application. The end result of the application of the NCIM should be more objective and complete data about long-term geoecological changes occurring in reservoirs.