Dispersion and abundance of wood habitat on the Santa Fe and Lower Suwannee River systems in relation to flow and flow-related variables. A report of findings.

Abstract

So far as known, wood dispersion and abundance in Florida streams are unstudied, especially with reference to the vertical dispersion of wood along river banks. The present study therefore sought to describe the vertical and horizontal (bank-normal) patterns of wood dispersion and abundance, and also describe related physical, chemical, and biotic aspects of habitats at each study site. Studies were conducted in three reaches of the lower Suwannee River network. One reach was part of the Santa Fe River and two reaches were part of the Suwannee River between its confluence with the Santa Fe, and the Gulf of Mexico. Results are described and data provided.