Bioindicator

A bioindicator is a species whose presence, abundance, or condition is a useful measure of the health of an environment. Bioindicators may be used to monitor the impacts of various human activities, such as water pollution or climate change, on ecological systems and species. They provide important information about the health and resilience of ecosystems, offering evidence about which species are most vulnerable to environmental stress, and how best to address these issues. Bioindicators can help inform conservation management decisions, environmental policy, and other human-related decisions. In addition, they are important tools in monitoring biodiversity and ensuring healthy, resilient ecosystems.