Examination of stygofauna ecosystems of the Beetaloo Sub-basin
This research aims to build an understanding of the extent to which stygofauna present in bores reflect their presence more widely within aquifers. It also aims to understand the physical and chemical drivers that may determine where stygofauna exist and how communities may be connected.
The project will involve the collection and review of relevant data on stygofauna in the NT, as well as detailed field programs that target bores across the Beetaloo Sub-basin. This work will build on previous work linking groundwater studies with biological sampling to target key knowledge gaps.
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Examination of stygofauna ecosystems of the Beetaloo Sub-basin
This fact sheet provides an overview of new CSIRO research into the extent to which stygofauna present in water bores reflect their presence more widely within aquifers in the Beetaloo Sub-basin, Northern Territory. It also seeks to understand which physical and chemical drivers determine where stygofauna exist, and the extent to which communities may be connected.
This improved understanding of environmental conditions and stygofauna ecology provides a scientific basis for assessing potential impacts associated with above-ground development.
Project progress
This project is 50% complete.
Project proposal
A detailed description of the project, budget and research milestones.
Project progress
The project outline, any variations and research progress.
GISERA-related research
Characterisation of stygofauna and microbial assemblages in the NT
Characterising groundwater ecosystems of the Beetaloo Sub-basin in the Northern Territory