In this overview (introductory article to a special issue including 14 papers), we consider all
main types of natural and artificial inland freshwater habitas (fwh). For each type, we identify …

Mediterranean spring ecosystems are unique habitats at the interface between surface
water and groundwater. These ecosystems support a remarkable array of biodiversity and …

This essay discusses the need for, advantages and challenges of integrating the scientific
disciplines of ecology and hydrogeology in the study of groundwater-dependent ecosystems …

Background Water yield services are critical for maintaining ecological sustainability and
regional economies. Climate change and land use/cover change (LUCC) significantly affect …

Water resources and associated ecosystems are becoming highly endangered due to
ongoing global environmental changes. Spatial ecological modelling is a widely used tool …

Springs are sources of freshwater supply. Furthermore, they can also deliver valuable
insight into the hydrogeologic processes of a mountainous region, a natural conservation …

An 'oasis' signifies a refugium of safety, recovery, relaxation, fertility, and productivity in an
inhospitable desert, a sweet spot in a barren landscape where life-giving water spills forth …

Karst groundwater-dependent ecosystems (KGDEs) in the Mediterranean region are
important in terms of ecosystem services and biodiversity but are increasingly under …

Aim Alpine spring ecosystems have long been considered as highly isolated, island‐like
habitats. This presumption, however, is insufficiently supported empirically and conclusions …

Neighboring states sharing transboundary aquifers should carry out joint assessment of the
common groundwater resources to fulfill the EU Water Framework Directive's and Water …