Physiocochemistry, flora, and fauna of intermittent prairie streams: a review of the literature

Intermittent streams generally are regarded as poor habitat for fish and wildlife and have received little protection or consideration in land-use planning. Accordingly, many of these habitats have been modified by channelization, removal of riparian vegetation, grazing, and construction of headwater impoundments. Fish and Wildlife Service concern for better understanding of intermittent streams and their importance in the dynamics of Great Plains ecosystems resulted in this literature survey.