EN 16772:2016

European foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Terms and definitions
3 Survey objectives
4 Sampling strategy
5 Sampling methods
6 Sample processing
Annex A (informative) - Examples of sampling strategies for
        three different types of investigation
Bibliography

This European Standard provides guidance on methods for sampling invertebrates in the hyporheic zone of wadable rivers. It describes each method, including details of the equipment involved and its use in the field. Guidance is given on developing a sampling strategy and selecting an appropriate survey technique for the purpose of investigation.NOTEBenthic macroinvertebrate sampling is covered by other published standards (see Bibliography). Selected literature with references in support of this document is given in the Bibliography.