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Submit Waterbug results

Please use the form below to enter your waterbug survey results.

If you have any problems using the form, please contact the Waterwatch Coordinator, phone (02) 6296 6400.

If you have comments or queries on surveying waterbugs, please contact Tanya Rucosky Noakes, phone (02) 6207 2246.

To assist you:

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Score Sheet

Weight Table
Number of Specimens
of bug type		 Weight Factor
1 - 2 1
3 - 5 2
6 - 10 3
11 - 20 4
> 20 5

Note: Use the Weight Table above to calculate the 'Weight Factor'

Water bug type
SIGNAL score

Sample Interpretation

Using the Matrix below and the Signal Score and Bug Type Values above, nominate a condition suggestion in the drop down box. This is a required field.

Signal Score is above 5.5 Suggests toxic pollution or poor habitat Suggests good habitat and water quality
Signal Score is below 5.5 Suggests pollution Suggests high salinity or nutrient levels (may be natural)
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