Studies on zooplankton egg bank diversity of ephemeral water body in the Loni area of the Ahilyanagar District by using the soil sediment rehydration method

Ephemeral pools, which are transient bodies of water, are essential habitats for invertebrates and vertebrate species, such as zooplankton. These short-lived rainy-season ponds are fast disappearing as a result of human activity and environmental elements including pH, salinity, and temperature. In addition to greatly enhancing regional variety and serving as a unique source of flora and wildlife, they also serve to manage flooding and replenish groundwater. However, owing to water management practices and climate change, they are at risk of habitat loss, changes in soil qualities, and altered hydrological seasons. In order to contribute to food chains and webs, comprehend variety patterns and species distributions, and create conservation plans, it is imperative that these water bodies be monitored.