Research and analysis

Identification of blue green algae of the British Isles: guide for the identification of species

A practical guide for identifying blue-green algal flora

From:
Environment Agency
Published
1 January 2000

Documents

Identification of Blue Green Algae of the British Isles Guide to the Genera and Use of the Interactive CD-ROM for Identification of Species

Ref: ISBN 1857051327, LIT 1137

PDF, 1.13 MB, 56 pages

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Details

The lack of suitable reference books for accurate naming of blue-green algae has been a major hindrance to algological work within the Agency. Whilst there are both beginner’s guides and specialised taxonomic works (usually in foreign languages), a practical blue -green algal flora has not been available. This collaborative project with the University of Durham has produced a key for identification of blue-green algae from the British Isles to assist Agency staff engaged in monitoring work. The principal output is a computer-based interactive system built from LucID Professional, a specialised computer package for developing biological identification systems.

Published 1 January 2000