The Erlenbach benthos report

The Erlenbach has its source at 610 meters height on the Taunus mountains

Sampling date: 03 July 2022
Coordinates: 50.259008,8.503285
Height: 550m. asl
Water Temp: 12.0 C

    WATER'S BIOTIC INDEX: 8

I made this sample relatively close to the source. Here the Erlenbach is a very tiny and shallow brook. This part was characterized by the exclusive presence of several mayfly species despite the very shallow water.



Sampling date: 28 August 2022
Coordinates: 50.246926,8.675736
Height: 70m. asl
Water Temp: n/m

    WATER'S BIOTIC INDEX: 8

Potamal strecth. During my visit the water level was extremely low and the air temperature about 30 degrees, thus it was a real surprise to find this diversity, as well considering that the stream runs through an anthropized landscape.



Sampling date: 06 May 2023
Coordinates: 50.280533, 8.629368
Height: 240m. asl
Water Temp: 10.0 C

    WATER'S BIOTIC INDEX: 10

Lot of insects found. Perhaps it is due to the right season, but the insect/water quality at this relatively low height is impressive