Loss of freshwater biodiversity

Name(s): 
Reduction of diversity of aquatic species
Nature 
Catchment changes, together with alien plant and animal invasions and domestic, agricultural and industrial pollution are among some of the primary mechanisms for biodiversity loss in aquatic areas.
Incidence 
Between 1970 and 2002 the biodiversity of global freshwater ecosystems declined in the region of 55 per cent.
Aggravated by 
Type 
(C) Cross-sectoral problems