S.M. Mandape and R.R. Kamdi
Abstract
In order to assess the condition of lotic ecosystems in river basins, aquatic creatures are frequently employed as biological models. The abundance analysis Insect population and basin water quality. A commonly used bio monitoring technique to evaluate the effects of sewage, industrial waste, and human waste on aquatic habitats is the use of entomological indicators. This study set out to assess the ecological well-being of the semi-rural and semi- urban Wainganga River watershed using entomological indices. Two specific Waingangai river basin areas- the Ambhora River Basin and the Pauni River Basin- were the sites of seasonal water-based species survey. In order to screen the pollution levels in the Wainganga River basin, the study identified 17 families of aquatic insects in 5 Orders. Along the river basin, there were notable variations in the water quality index (WQI). Nonetheless, the segments of the basin areas that showed a higher level of water contamination from several sources were those with a low frequency of refractory families and an overwhelming percentage of tolerant taxa. To stop future deterioration of this priceless environment, urgent action is required.