Publications by authors named "Armi G Torres"
Freshwater ecosystems are highly biodiverse and important for livelihoods and economic development, but are under substantial stress. To date, comprehensive global assessments of extinction risk have not included any speciose groups primarily living in freshwaters. Consequently, data from predominantly terrestrial tetrapods are used to guide environmental policy and conservation prioritization, whereas recent proposals for target setting in freshwaters use abiotic factors.
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- The study investigates microplastic pollution in Laguna de Bay, the largest freshwater lake in the Philippines, revealing for the first time its extent in this ecosystem.
- A total of 100 microplastics were found across 10 sampling sites, with fibers being the most common type, and blue microplastics being notably prevalent.
- The findings highlight the need for improved plastic waste management in areas with high population density and suggest further research into the impact of microplastics on local fisheries and aquatic resources.