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Background Leucorrhinia pectoralis, listed in Annexes II and IV of the Habitats Directive, and the Annex IV-listed common spadefoot toad (Pelobates fuscus), are threatened species in Europe. During the 20th century, the populations of the toads declined considerably, especially in the northern and western part of their distribution range. One of the main ...

The economic values of clean and safe water are well established. Lakes, ponds and reservoirs can provide water for drinking, irrigation, recreation, fish, natural and cultural values and other ecosystem services. Domestic and national tourism in lake districts are often of high local and regional economical importance. However, in spite of remarkable investments in wastewater treatment, the quali ...