Editing Limnology (section)

== Tropical limnology ==
Tropical limnology is a unique and important subfield of limnology that focuses on the distinct physical, chemical, biological, and cultural aspects of freshwater systems in [[Tropics|tropical regions]].<ref name=":1">{{Cite journal |last=Lewis |first=William M. |date=1987 |title=Tropical Limnology |url=https://www.jstor.org/stable/2097129 |journal=Annual Review of Ecology and Systematics |volume=18 |issue=1 |pages=159–184 |doi=10.1146/annurev.es.18.110187.001111 |jstor=2097129 |bibcode=1987AnRES..18..159L |issn=0066-4162|url-access=subscription }}</ref> The physical and chemical properties of tropical aquatic environments are different from those in [[Temperate climate|temperate regions]], with warmer and more stable temperatures, higher nutrient levels, and more complex ecological interactions.<ref name=":1" /> Moreover, the [[biodiversity]] of tropical freshwater systems is typically higher, human impacts are often more severe, and there are important cultural and socioeconomic factors that influence the use and management of these systems.<ref name=":1" />