The use of aquatic insects in the water quality classfication of Sungai Tersat, Hulu Terengganu, Terengganu

Abstract

A study on the use of aquatic insects in the water quality classification of Sungai Tersat, Terengganu was conducted in four consecutive months (August-November 2006). Aquatic insects were sampled in three selected stations (STl, ST2 and ST3) along the river with differing degree of intervention. All specimens were collected by using Turtox bottom kick net, preserved in 75% ethanol and brought back to laboratory for identification.