Diversity of Aquatic Insects
A special issue of Diversity (ISSN 1424-2818).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 195
Special Issue Editors
Interests: taxonomy; sistematics
Interests: ephemeroptera; aquatic insects; genetic diversity
Interests: ephemeroptera
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Aquatic insects represent a remarkable segment of global biodiversity, occupying a wide array of freshwater and marine habitats. Their adaptive morpho-physiological traits and ecological interactions offer crucial insights into the evolutionary strategies of aquatic life. Beyond their inherent scientific value, aquatic insects play key roles in nutrient cycling, water purification, food webs, and as bioindicators of environmental quality.
This Special Issue of Diversity invites contributions that explore the genetic, morphological, and functional diversity of aquatic insects, shedding light on the complexity and richness of species distributed across ecosystems. We welcome original research, reviews, and case studies that address the distribution, phylogeny, behavior, ecology, physiology, and conservation of aquatic insect groups such as Ephemeroptera, Odonata, Trichoptera, Coleoptera, and Plecoptera.
By highlighting the multifaceted nature of aquatic insect biodiversity, this Special Issue aims to foster interdisciplinary dialog and stimulate novel approaches to studying and preserving these vital organisms and their habitats.
Dr. Lucas Ramos Costa Lima
Dr. Rafael Boldrini
Dr. Paulo Cruz
Dr. Rodolfo Mariano
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- aquatic insects
- genetic diversity
- morphological adaptation
- phylogeography
- conservation
- behavior
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