Report of Freshwater Mollusks Workshop 19-20 May 1981.

Abstract

A workshop on Freshwater Mollusks was held on 19-20 May 1981 at the U.S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station (WES). The purpose of the workshop was to address (a) taxonomy and ecology of freshwater mussels; (b) appropriate sampling methodologies for mollusks; (c) methods to create habitat and/or relocate mollusks; (d) information on the above-listed topics available from commercial shell harvesters; and (e) present and past concerns over the endangered species problems. A total of 16 technical papers were presented. In addition, time was allotted for questions and answers and examination of sampling equipment and one structured discussion period was held. The text of the papers presented, the questions and answers following each presentation, and summary reports presented by each discussion group leader dealing with important aspects of the workshop are included.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA118221

Entities

People

  • Andrew C. Miller

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Birds
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Drainage Basins
  • Environment
  • Environmental Protection
  • Fish
  • Fluids
  • Geography
  • Habitats
  • Medical Personnel
  • Natural Resources
  • North America
  • Ridges
  • United States
  • Water Resources
  • Wildlife

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Academic Conference Management
  • Aquatic Ecology