New European locality of Gomphonema varians (E. Reichardt & Levkov) and first record in Poland
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The aim of this work is to indicate a new locality of Gomphonema varians in Poland, in the Kisielina River, together with photographic documentation under LM and SEM, and to compare the species with similar taxa from the Gomphonema genus like G. parvulum, G. micropus, and G. sarcophagus.The species often coexisting and may be confused and, consequently, misidentified.The research was carried out in 2023 in April and September at seven sites designated along a rivercourse in SE Poland.Findings indicate that G. varians prefers stagnant waters, mesotrophic to meso-eutrophic conditions, alkaline to neutral pH, and low electrical conductivity.
Authors: Anna Bysiek, Teresa Noga, Krzysztof Kosiński, Anita Poradowska
Institution: University of Rzeszów
Language: English
Topic: Diatoms and Algae Research
Subfield: Biomaterials
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $330
OpenAlex ID: W7083624890
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