30, March 2026

Assessment of Physicochemical Dynamics and Aquaculture Suitability of Urban Lentic Ecosystems in Bhagalpur, India

VOLUME-12; ISSUE-3; MAR-2026

Author(s): Dr. Priyama Kumari

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University Department of Zoology, T.M. Bhagalpur University, Bhagalpur, Bihar, India

DOIs:10.2015/IJIRMF/202603032     |     Paper ID: IJIRMF202603032


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Urban ponds are critical ecological assets that provide essential services but face increasing degradation due to anthropogenic pressure. This study evaluates the physicochemical health of Bhairwa pond in Bhagalpur over a 15-month cycle (2021–2022). Analysis of 14 key water quality parameters revealed a stable environment with an average water temperature of slightly alkaline pH (7.29), and Dissolved Oxygen (DO) levels averaging 6.09 mg/l. Statistical correlations indicated a strong negative relationship between temperature and DO. The results confirm that the pond maintains high biological fertility and is currently suitable for semi-intensive aquaculture. However, the recorded nutrient levels suggest a need for proactive management to prevent future eutrophication.

Keywords: Limnology, Primary Productivity, Urban Aquaculture, Water Quality Index, Bhagalpur, Nutrient Dynamics.

Dr. Priyama Kumari (2026); Assessment of Physicochemical Dynamics and Aquaculture Suitability of Urban Lentic Ecosystems in Bhagalpur, India, International Journal for Innovative Research in Multidisciplinary Field, ISSN(O): 2455-0620, Vol-12, Issue-3, Available on –   https://www.ijirmf.com/

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