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Positive feedback between chironomids and algae creates net mutualism between benthic primary consumers and producersNARA Subscribed
The chironomids of Lake Mývatn show extreme population fluctuations that affect most aspects of the lake ecosystem. During periods of high chironomid densities, chironomid larvae comprise over 90% of aquatic secondary production. Here, we show that chironomid larvae substantially stimulate benthic gross primary production ( GPP ) and net primary production ( NPP ), despite consuming benthic algae. Benthic GPP in experimental m...
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