Sampling and taxonomical analysis of biological quality elements
Expert analysis of aquatic biological communities: benthic macroinvertebrates, macrophytes, phytobenthos (benthic diatoms), ichthyofauna, phytoplankton and zooplankton.
For the taxonomic identification of the different species that make up the aquatic systems, TAXUS Environment has specialized personnel, high quality optical microscopy and image analysis systems that allow the measurement of the different organisms.
How can we help you?
Some of our services are:
- Taxonomic analysis of marine and continental phytoplankton and zooplankton using optical microscopy techniques.
- Study of phytoplankton composition and abundance (Uthermöl method).
- Identification and monitoring of toxic and/or harmful phytoplanktons species: qualitative and quantitative analysis of cyanobacteria (taxonomic determination, cell density and biovolume).
- Detection and monitoring of Harmful Algal Blooms (HAB).
- Calculations of Biovolume (biomass) of phytoplanktonic and zooplanktonic species using imagery analysis.
- Identification and abundance of bioindicator and invasive species (zebra mussel, Asian clam, etc.).
- Identification of marine benthic macroinvertebrates (both hard and soft substrates) and characterization and identification of benthic communities.
- Identification of macrophytes from inland aquatic systems.
- Taxonomic determination of marine macroalgae.
- Macroalgal biomass analysis.
- Bioindicators detection and identification.
Why choose TAXUS for biological analysis of aquatic ecosystems?
- Experience in taxonomic identification of multiple biological groups.
- Advanced optical instrumentation and digital image analysis systems.
- Ability to address studies in both fresh and saline environments.
- Integration with water body quality studies and ecological monitoring.
- Specialized technical equipment and standardized methodologies.