Bioassessment Tools

Bioassessment tools are methods used to evaluate the health of a water body by examining its living organisms, such as insects, fish, algae, and other aquatic life. These tools analyze the presence, diversity, and abundance of certain species to determine water quality and detect pollution or ecological changes. Because many aquatic organisms are sensitive to pollution levels, their community patterns serve as natural indicators of the environment’s condition, providing a comprehensive and accurate assessment of water quality beyond just chemical tests.