Abstract:
Due to their biological and ecological characteristics, freshwater gastropods can indicate certain changes in water quality, such as the presence of chemical pollutants, changes in water temperature, or the level of dissolved oxygen in the water. Based on the systematic list of the malacofauna of the Republic of Moldova, the paper elucidates the role of some species of aquatic gastropods with potential biological indicators. Monitoring of freshwater gastropod populations can be used to assess the status of aquatic ecosystems and freshwater quality, as well as to identify environmental problems and develop strategies to conserve aquatic habitats.
