New method categorizes biodiversity indicators based on environmental responsiveness
Biodiversity indicators like species richness and abundance can tell us about the health of ecosystems. Scientists studied how these indicators change with temperature in a fish community. They found that some indicators are more sensitive to temperature changes than others. Species diversity and evenness are most affected by temperature, while species richness and fish migration patterns are less impacted. This information can help us choose the best indicators for monitoring biodiversity in a more efficient way.