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- Analysis of macrofaunal diversity in fluvial habitats occupied by peixinho in São Tomé: an approach to understanding biodiversityPublication . Fernandes, Wadmilton Manuel da Trindade; Baptista, Vânia Catarina Vieira; Maia, Hugulay AlbuquerqueRiver ecosystems provide various ecosystem services, such as support, provision, and regulation. In São Tomé and Príncipe, the services provided by rivers contribute to the food security of many families. However, little is known about the biodiversity in these habitats; for example, there is still no checklist of species. In this study, a biodiversity survey was conducted in the rivers of São Tomé Island to describe their macrofaunal composition. Various techniques, including traps and snorkeling, were used to record species. Sixteen species belonging to 11 families were documented, including six fish species, five crustaceans, three insects, and two mollusks. The macrofaunal composition varied between and along the rivers. This study enhances our understanding of the biodiversity in these ecosystems, providing a foundation for future research and conservation efforts.