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Aquatic Macrophytes: Ecology, Function, and Services in Niger Delta, Nigeria

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Aquatic macrophytes are crucial within the inland waters of the Niger Delta as they enhance the surrounding, act as a dwelling region for minute water creatures, and make a contribution considerably to fisheries productivity. Aquatic macrophytes also provide substrates, meal, and habitat for aquatic animals, in addition to enhancing habitat physical structure and organic complexity, which will increase biodiversity in our water bodies. Macrophytes have crucial characteristics in our water bodies. Nonetheless, rather mild attention is paid to their protection, and if they are not properly managed, they can become out of control and cause issues. This article looks at the ecology, benefits, and drawbacks of common aquatic macrophytes in Nigeria’s Niger Delta, in addition to great strategies for controlling the macrophytes in the inland waters of the Niger Delta. Managing aquatic macrophytes in this region is to accomplish stability in the environment by controlling extreme foray of plant species. A thorough assessment of the nature, scope, and potential of aquatic macrophyte problems is required before implementing control measures. Management actions in this region must raise awareness among the local population.

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Dienye, H.E. (2023). Aquatic Macrophytes: Ecology, Function, and Services in Niger Delta, Nigeria. In: Kumar, S., Bauddh, K., Singh, R., Kumar, N., Kumar, R. (eds) Aquatic Macrophytes: Ecology, Functions and Services. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3822-3_3

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