Φυσικοχημικός και μικροβιολογικός έλεγχος των τεχνητών λιμνοδεξαμενών του ζωολογικού κήπου Λεμεσού

Abstract

This thesis aims to thoroughly examine the physicochemical and microbiological parameters of the water quality of three ponds at the Limassol Zoo. To be more exact, the research aims to propose suitable measures in order to provide a suitable living environment for the animals that inhabit the ponds and to prevent problems such as intense smell, eutrophication and algae overgrowth. In order to do so, samples from each pond were taken on a monthly basis and a set of field measurements and laboratory analysis were carried out as well as an in-depth research of the theoretical background. The results were processed and analyzed and conclusions were drawn for the ponds' water quality. By properly examining the data and the problems the zoo had to overcome, measures and possible solutions to improve and meliorate the current condition were suggested.