The presence of artificial stones predicts the occurrence of the European bullhead (Cottus gobio) in a regulated lowland river in Flanders (Belgium)

Authors: Knaepkens, G.¹; Bruyndoncx, L.¹; Bervoets, L.²; Eens, M.¹

Source: Ecology of Freshwater Fish, Volume 11, Number 3, September 2002 , pp. 203-206(4)

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Abstract:

Knaepkens G, Bruyndoncx L, Bervoets L, Eens M. The presence of artificial stones predicts the occurrence of the European bullhead (Cottus gobio) in a regulated lowland river in Flanders (Belgium).

Ecology of Freshwater Fish 2002: 11: 203-206. © Blackwell Munksgaard, 2002

Abstract - In a regulated lowland river in Flanders (northern part of Belgium), the locally endangered bullhead was found mainly near bridges. These locations are characterised by the presence of artificial stones and a relatively high water velocity. To preserve and expand the few remaining bullhead populations, the removal of these stones should be avoided and new suitable habitats should be created.

Keywords: distribution; conservation; river regulation; bullhead; Cottus gobio

Document Type: Short communication

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1034/j.1600-0633.2002.00013.x

Affiliations: 1: Department of Biology, University of Antwerp, UIA, Universiteitsplein 1, Antwerp, Belgium, 2: University of Antwerp, RUCA, Groenenborgerlaan 171, Antwerp, Belgium

Publication date: 2002-09-01