Key to Macroinvertebrate Life in the River

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You can buy this tool from Wisconsin's Citizen-Based Water Monitoring Network. The anticipated price range is No cost.

About this tool
Description	Use this key to identify macroinvertebrates in rivers during water quality studies. This tool is recommended for lending libraries.
Used by these projects	River Bug Hunts, Creek Freaks - Engaging Youth in Water Quality, Volunteer Stream Monitoring Program, Wisconsin's Water Action Volunteers
Ideal Age Group	Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
Training	Learning materials are available online.
Size & weight	Flat: This tool would fit in an envelope. Less than 13oz (a full soda can weighs a little less than 13oz)
Expected lifetime	Should last more or less forever
Topics	Nature & Outdoors, Biology, Ecology & Environment, Ocean, Water, Marine & Terrestrial, Insects & Pollinators
Tool updated	Dec. 11, 2017, 8:21 p.m.