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How amphipods reflect the quality of groundwater

August 23, 2025

Amphipods are sensitive to pollution. A decreasing population suggests the water is contaminated.

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Amphipods reveal the hidden biodiversity of groundwater in Switzerland. Researchers from a Swiss water institute have discovered a new species of these tiny crustaceans, which naturally purify drinking water. Their decline in areas of intensive agriculture signals pollution from nitrates and pesticides. The findings urge faster protection measures for vulnerable groundwater zones.