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SHMAK stream life – collecting benthic macroinvertebrates using the Stone Method
If you don’t have a net, you can collect stones from the streambed and collect the invertebrates that are clinging to the stones. -
SHMAK stream life – macrophytes
Macrophytes are large aquatic plants. How to assess macrophyte cover with just a measuring tape and a willingness to get wet. -
SHMAK stream life – periphyton
How you can assess the types and amount of periphyton: communities of algae and cyanobacteria attached to the sediment surface or plants. -
SHMAK water quality – phosphate
Phosphate is measured in SHMAK using the Hanna Instruments Phosphate Checker. Where to order phosphate checkers and reagents. -
SHMAK water quality – nitrate
The nitrate test included in SHMAK is a colorimetric test. Where to order additional Aquaspex Microtest® Nitrate-N kits. -
SHMAK water quality – temperature and conductivity
Temperature and conductivity are two easy measurements you can take in your stream. Here's how to use a temperature logger. -
How to collect a water sample
Some SHMAK tests require you to collect a water sample. If you are sending your water sample to a lab for analysis, here's a list of some water quality labs. -
What is included in SHMAK
SHMAK is available as a starter kit, a standard kit and SHMAK+. Here we explain what is included in the kit and what extras you need to purchase on your own. -
Setting up your site
The various assessments in SHMAK are done over different lengths (reaches) of stream. Mark out the longest reach first, then shorter reaches. -
Stream site assessment
SHMAK Stream Site Assessment - How to record some basic information about your stream site so you can interpret your results. -
SHMAK Manual
Download the entire manual or just the chapters you need. A printed version is also available. -
Unlocking the mysterious marine life of eels
Feature story01 February 2020Tiny, translucent eels may hold the answers to one of the fish world’s great mysteries. Zen Gregor investigates.
