alatunnuslajien
Alatunnuslajien, also known as indicator species, are organisms whose presence or absence can be used to indicate the quality of an environment. They are particularly useful in ecology and conservation biology for assessing the health of ecosystems. Indicator species are chosen based on their sensitivity to environmental changes, their abundance, and their ecological significance. For example, certain species of insects, birds, or plants may be used to monitor pollution levels, habitat degradation, or climate change impacts.
The use of indicator species can provide early warnings about environmental degradation, helping to guide conservation
Indicator species can be further categorized into different types based on their ecological roles and responses