Biodiversity in Alberta's Wetlands
Section 4.1 Aquatic Invertebrate Diversity
Summary of regional patterns in aquatic invertebrate abundance, richness, and diversity.
Section 4.2 Status of Amphibians
Summary of the occurrence of amphibian species in Alberta's wetlands, as well as modelling results for four species.
Section 4.3 Methods Spotlight: Amphibian eDNA
Summary of the collection and analysis of environmental DNA, and monitoring results for four of Alberta's amphibian species.
Section 4.4 Status of Wetland-associated Mosses
Summary of the effects of human disturbance on wetland-associated bryophytes as measured by the Biodiversity Intactness Index.
Section 4.5 The Ecological Role of Beavers in Alberta's Wetlands
Summary of research by Dr. Glynnis Hood and how beavers enhance Alberta’s wetlands.