在这项研究中,全面评估了埃塞俄比亚Baro-Akobo河流域的水质。关键参数包括温度(°C),pH值,溶解氧(DO),电导率,总溶解固体(TDS),和离子浓度,如K+,Ca2+,Na+,NO3-,NO2-,PO43-,CO32-,HCO3-,和NH4+使用标准方法测量,除了浮游植物的取样,浮游动物,大型无脊椎动物,大型植物,和鱼。浮游植物和浮游动物使用网眼尺寸为30μm和55μm的Hydrobios网进行采样,分别,而大型无脊椎动物是通过踢法收集的。结果表明一般碱性pH值和升高的浊度,但根据世卫组织和粮农组织指南,溶解氧和离子浓度可接受的水平。此外,这项研究表明,甘贝拉和贝尼尚古尔-古姆兹地区的湿地目前状况良好,为埃塞俄比亚水资源的保护和可持续管理提供有价值的见解,确保为今世后代保护它们。地方当局可以利用研究结果实施补救措施,以保护该地区的水质和生物多样性。
In this study, the water quality of the Baro-Akobo River Basin in Ethiopia was comprehensively assessed. Key parameters including temperature (°C), pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), and ion concentrations such as K+, Ca2+, Na+, NO3 -, NO2 -, PO4 3-, CO3 2-, HCO3 -, and NH4 +were measured using standard methods, alongside sampling of phytoplankton, zooplankton, macroinvertebrates, macrophytes, and fish. Phytoplankton and zooplankton were sampled using Hydrobios nets with mesh sizes of 30 μm and 55 μm, respectively, while macroinvertebrates were collected via the kicking method. Results indicated generally alkaline pH levels and elevated turbidity, but acceptable levels of dissolved oxygen and ion concentrations according to WHO and FAO guidelines. Moreover, the study suggests that the wetlands in Gambella and Benishangul-Gumz regions are currently in good condition, providing valuable insights for the conservation and sustainable management of Ethiopia\'s water resources, ensuring their conservation for both present and future generations. Local authorities can use the study\'s findings to implement remedial measures to protect water quality and biodiversity in the regions.