Modeling of soil loss by water erosion in the Tietê River Hydrographic Basin, São Paulo, Brazil / Modelagem da perda de solo por erosão hídrica na Bacia Hidrográfica do Rio Tietê, São Paulo, Brasil

Since the mid-16th century, the Tietê River has been an important route for the territorial occupation and exploitation of natural resources in the interior of São Paulo and Brazil. Currently, the Tietê River is well known for environmental problems related to water pollution and contamination. However, little attention has been focused on water erosion, which is a serious issue that affects the soils and waters of the hydrographic basin. Thus, this work aimed to estimate soil loss caused by water erosion in this basin, which has an area of approximately 72,000 km², using the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE). The RUSLE parameter survey and soil loss calculation were performed using geoprocessing techniques. The RUSLE estimated an average soil loss of 8.9 Mg ha-1 yr-1 and revealed that 18% of the basin's territory presents high erosion rates. These are priority zones for conservation practices to reduce water erosion and ensure long-term soil sustainability. The estimated sediment transport was 1.3 Mg ha-1 yr-1, whereas the observed sedimentation, which was calculated based on data from the fluviometric station, was 0.8 Mg ha-1 yr-1. Thus, the results were equivalent considering the large size of the study area and can be used to assist in managing the basin. Estimating soil losses can help in the planning of sustainable management of the Tietê River Hydrographic Basin and highlights the importance of minimizing water erosion, thus helping to prevent additional pollution and contamination with sediments, agrochemicals, and fertilizers.(AU)

Desde meados do século 16, o rio Tietê tem sido uma importante rota de ocupação territorial e exploração dos recursos naturais do interior de São Paulo e do Brasil. Atualmente, o Rio Tietê é bastante conhecido pelos problemas ambientais relacionados à poluição e contaminação das águas. No entanto, pouca atenção tem sido dada à erosão hídrica, que é um problema sério que afeta os solos e as águas da bacia hidrográfica. Assim, este trabalho teve como objetivo estimar as perdas de solo causadas pela erosão hídrica nesta bacia, que tem uma área de aproximadamente 72.000 km², utilizando a Equação Universal de Perdas de Solo Revisada (RUSLE). O levantamento dos parâmetros RUSLE e o cálculo das perdas de solo foram realizados utilizando técnicas de geoprocessamento. O RUSLE estimou uma perda média de solo de 8,9 Mg ha-1 ano-1 e revelou que 18% do território da bacia apresenta altas taxas de erosão. Estas são zonas prioritárias para práticas de conservação para reduzir a erosão hídrica e garantir a sustentabilidade do solo a longo prazo. O transporte de sedimentos estimado foi de 1,3 Mg ha-1 ano-1, enquanto a sedimentação observada, calculada com base nos dados da estação fluviométrica, foi de 0,8 Mg ha-1 ano-1. Assim, os resultados foram equivalentes considerando a grande extensão da área de estudo e podem ser utilizados para auxiliar na gestão da bacia. A estimativa das perdas de solo pode auxiliar no planejamento do manejo sustentável da Bacia Hidrográfica do Rio Tietê e destacar a importância de minimizar a erosão hídrica, auxiliando na prevenção de poluição adicional e contaminação por sedimentos, agroquímicos e fertilizantes.(AU)

Assessment of potentially toxic metals in water, sediment, and the tissues of seven important fish species from neotropical brazilian river

Fish are often used as bioindicators of the presence of potentially toxic metals in aquatic ecosystems. The objective of these study was to quantify the levels of Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Pb and Zn in water and sediment samples from the Sorocaba River and musculature and gill samples of seven species of fish (Hoplosternum littorale, Pterygoplichthys ambrosettii, Hypostomus ancistroides, Geophagus iporangensis, Prochilodus lineatus, Psalidodon cf. fasciatus, and Rhamdia quelen. In addition, the Bioaccumulation factor and Bioconcentration factor were obtained. The water and sediment analysis indicates average concentrations of metals below the maximum limit allowed by Brazilian legislation. Results above the legislation were found for chromium, in 18 samples: eight gills and 10 muscles. The trophic group that presented the highest contamination was the iliophages, followed by insectivores. There were no significant differences between the trophic groups in the absorption of the analyzed metals except for Zn and Hg in fish gills. The bioaccumulation factor in the gills and muscles showed that Hg and Zn had the highest values for the sediment in most species studied. Future research is needed to broaden the assessment as fish are consumed and water collection for supply has recently started downstream of the studied area.(AU)

Peixes são frequentemente usados como bioindicadores da presença de metais potencialmente tóxicos em ecossistemas aquáticos. O objetivo deste estudo foi quantificar as concentrações de Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Pb e Zn em amostras de água e sedimento do rio Sorocaba e em amostras de musculatura e brânquias de sete espécies de peixes (Hoplosternum littorale, Pterygoplichthys ambrosettii, Hypostomus ancistroides, Geophagus iporangensis, Prochilodus lineatus, Psalidodon cf. fasciatus e Rhamdia quelen), pertencentes a diferentes níveis tróficos. Além disso, foi obtido o fator de bioacumulação e o fator de bioconcentração. A análise de água e sedimento indicaram concentrações médias de metais abaixo do limite máximo permitido pela legislação brasileira. Foram encontrados valores acima da legislação principalmente para o cromo: oito brânquias e 10 músculos. O grupo trófico que apresentou maior contaminação foi o iliófago, seguido pelos insetívoros. Não foi verificado diferenças significativas entre os grupos tróficos na absorção dos metais analisados, exceto para zinco e mercúrio em brânquias de peixes. O fator de bioacumulação nas brânquias e músculos mostrou que Hg e Zn apresentaram os maiores valores para o sedimento na maioria das espécies estudadas. Pesquisas futuras são necessárias para ampliar a avaliação à medida que os peixes são consumidos e a coleta de água para abastecimento começou recentemente a jusante da área de estudo.(AU)

Record of the non-indigenous species Sternaspis aff. nana Zhadan, Tzetlin & Salazar-Vallejo, 2017 (Annelida: Sternaspidae) in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean

The introduction of non-indigenous marine species in new habitats is generally associated with ships arriving at ports, driven by species transported in ballast water and sediment and biofouling communities on ship hulls, drifting object and underwater surfaces in dock areas. The present paper reports the record of the specie Sternaspis aff. nana in the Atlantic Ocean, discussing its possible conservation status and method of arrival to Brazil. Sediments samples were collected in the external area (11 m depth) of the Suape Harbor (Brazil) in February 2018. Two individuals of Sternaspis aff. nana were recorded, representing the first record of this species in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean. The way S. aff. nana arrived in Brazilian waters cannot be easily determined, the short-lived lecithotrophic larvae of sternaspids suggest that the specimens found in Suape have arrived in ballast sediment. An increase in trade between Brazil and Asian countries since the 2000s has led to that more ships coming from China having arrived in Brazilian harbors. The arrival of S. aff. nana, originally described in the South China Sea, in the Suape harbor area may have resulted from this intense movement of ships between China and Brazil.

Record of the non-indigenous species Sternaspis aff. nana Zhadan, Tzetlin & Salazar-Vallejo, 2017 (Annelida: Sternaspidae) in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean

Abstract The introduction of non-indigenous marine species in new habitats is generally associated with ships arriving at ports, driven by species transported in ballast water and sediment and biofouling communities on ship hulls, drifting object and underwater surfaces in dock areas. The present paper reports the record of the specie Sternaspis aff. nana in the Atlantic Ocean, discussing its possible conservation status and method of arrival to Brazil. Sediments samples were collected in the external area (11 m depth) of the Suape Harbor (Brazil) in February 2018. Two individuals of Sternaspis aff. nana were recorded, representing the first record of this species in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean. The way S. aff. nana arrived in Brazilian waters cannot be easily determined, the short-lived lecithotrophic larvae of sternaspids suggest that the specimens found in Suape have arrived in ballast sediment. An increase in trade between Brazil and Asian countries since the 2000s has led to that more ships coming from China having arrived in Brazilian harbors. The arrival of S. aff. nana, originally described in the South China Sea, in the Suape harbor area may have resulted from this intense movement of ships between China and Brazil.

Record of the non-indigenous species Sternaspis aff. nana Zhadan, Tzetlin & Salazar-Vallejo, 2017 (Annelida: Sternaspidae) in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean

The introduction of non-indigenous marine species in new habitats is generally associated with ships arriving at ports, driven by species transported in ballast water and sediment and biofouling communities on ship hulls, drifting object and underwater surfaces in dock areas. The present paper reports the record of the specie Sternaspis aff. nana in the Atlantic Ocean, discussing its possible conservation status and method of arrival to Brazil. Sediments samples were collected in the external area (11 m depth) of the Suape Harbor (Brazil) in February 2018. Two individuals of Sternaspis aff. nana were recorded, representing the first record of this species in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean. The way S. aff. nana arrived in Brazilian waters cannot be easily determined, the short-lived lecithotrophic larvae of sternaspids suggest that the specimens found in Suape have arrived in ballast sediment. An increase in trade between Brazil and Asian countries since the 2000s has led to that more ships coming from China having arrived in Brazilian harbors. The arrival of S. aff. nana, originally described in the South China Sea, in the Suape harbor area may have resulted from this intense movement of ships between China and Brazil.(AU)

Limnological aspects of a shallow pond used as receiver aquaculture wastes and for agricultural irrigation / Aspectos limnológicos de um viveiro raso utilizado como receptor de resíduos da aquicultura e para irrigação agrícola

Water samples, zooplankton community and sediment samples were analyzed at three sites in a pond receiving wastes, bi-weekly for seven months, covering the rainy and dry seasons. Water quality parameters failed to show significant differences between the sites for turbidity, total suspended solids, dissolved oxygen, transparency, conductivity, alkalinity and total phosphorous. Only temperature was different between the seasons. In the case of sediment, only aluminum (Al) was not different during the experimental period when highest calcium (Ca) concentrations were reported. The relative abundance of Rotifera during the sampling period reached 80-96% (rainy season) and 59-98% (dry season) in total zooplankton. Current study demonstrated that the water quality of shallow pond associated with allochthonous materials from aquaculture farm significantly influenced the structure of zooplankton assemblage due to high nutrient concentrations, conductivity, alkalinity and chlorophyll-α causing more fertilized water. However, heavy rains (February-April) and continuous water flow favored aeration (dissolved oxygen > 5.2 ± 1 mg L-¹). The use of pond water for agricultural irrigation or for other purposes, must be analyzed more effectively, avoiding problems caused by its usage.

Amostras de água, comunidade zooplanctônica e sedimento foram analisadas em três pontos de um viveiro receptor de resíduos a cada quinze dias, durante as estações de chuva e seca. Os parâmetros de qualidade da água não apresentaram diferenças significativas entre os pontos amostrais em relação a turbidez, sólidos suspensos totais, oxigênio dissolvido, transparência, condutividade, alcalinidade e fósforo total e a temperatura foi a única variável diferente entre as estações. Em relação ao sedimento, somente o alumínio (Al) não foi diferente durante o período experimental e foram encontradas elevadas concentrações de cálcio (Ca). Abundância relativa de Rotifera durante o período de amostragem representou 80-96% (estação chuvosa) e 59-98% (estação seca) em relação ao zooplâncton total. O estudo demonstrou que a qualidade da água do viveiro associada aos materiais alóctones provenientes da fazenda de aquicultura influenciaram significativamente a estrutura da comunidade zooplanctônica devido às altas concentrações de nutrientes, condutividade, alcalinidade e clorofila-α, tornando a água mais fertilizada. A utilização da água do viveiro para irrigação agrícola ou para outros propósitos deve ser analisada de forma mais efetiva, evitando assim qualquer problema decorrente do seu uso.

Limnological aspects of a shallow pond used as receiver aquaculture wastes and for agricultural irrigation / Aspectos limnológicos de um viveiro raso utilizado como receptor de resíduos da aquicultura e para irrigação agrícola

Water samples, zooplankton community and sediment samples were analyzed at three sites in a pond receiving wastes, bi-weekly for seven months, covering the rainy and dry seasons. Water quality parameters failed to show significant differences between the sites for turbidity, total suspended solids, dissolved oxygen, transparency, conductivity, alkalinity and total phosphorous. Only temperature was different between the seasons. In the case of sediment, only aluminum (Al) was not different during the experimental period when highest calcium (Ca) concentrations were reported. The relative abundance of Rotifera during the sampling period reached 80-96% (rainy season) and 59-98% (dry season) in total zooplankton. Current study demonstrated that the water quality of shallow pond associated with allochthonous materials from aquaculture farm significantly influenced the structure of zooplankton assemblage due to high nutrient concentrations, conductivity, alkalinity and chlorophyll-α causing more fertilized water. However, heavy rains (February-April) and continuous water flow favored aeration (dissolved oxygen > 5.2 ± 1 mg L-¹). The use of pond water for agricultural irrigation or for other purposes, must be analyzed more effectively, avoiding problems caused by its usage.(AU)

Amostras de água, comunidade zooplanctônica e sedimento foram analisadas em três pontos de um viveiro receptor de resíduos a cada quinze dias, durante as estações de chuva e seca. Os parâmetros de qualidade da água não apresentaram diferenças significativas entre os pontos amostrais em relação a turbidez, sólidos suspensos totais, oxigênio dissolvido, transparência, condutividade, alcalinidade e fósforo total e a temperatura foi a única variável diferente entre as estações. Em relação ao sedimento, somente o alumínio (Al) não foi diferente durante o período experimental e foram encontradas elevadas concentrações de cálcio (Ca). Abundância relativa de Rotifera durante o período de amostragem representou 80-96% (estação chuvosa) e 59-98% (estação seca) em relação ao zooplâncton total. O estudo demonstrou que a qualidade da água do viveiro associada aos materiais alóctones provenientes da fazenda de aquicultura influenciaram significativamente a estrutura da comunidade zooplanctônica devido às altas concentrações de nutrientes, condutividade, alcalinidade e clorofila-α, tornando a água mais fertilizada. A utilização da água do viveiro para irrigação agrícola ou para outros propósitos deve ser analisada de forma mais efetiva, evitando assim qualquer problema decorrente do seu uso.(AU)

Tracing the origin of reservoir sediments using magnetic properties in Southeastern Brazil / Traçando a origem de sedimentos de reservatórios usando propriedades magnéticas no Sudeste do Brasil

Determining the origin of eroded soil is essential to design effective soil erosion control strategies which preserve the soil resource, enhance agricultural productivity, and reduce the negative impacts of soil erosion, in-field and off-field. Magnetic properties have been widely used in temperate environments to identify sediment sources, pathways and links, but there have been very few applications in tropical and subtropical environments. Therefore, in this paper we investigated reservoir sediment sources in the Upper Grande River Basin, Southeastern Brazil, using sediment tracing techniques based on magnetic parameters (low and high frequency magnetic susceptibility, frequency dependent susceptibility). The different parent materials and subtropical weathering conditions resulted in soils having different Fe oxide minerals and Fe oxide contents, promoting magnetic variability that allowed comparison and identification of possible sources of reservoir sediments in order to reduce water erosion impacts. The results indicate the suitability of magnetic properties as a tracer for soil erosion studies in tropical environments.

Determinar a origem de solos erodidos é essencial para projetar estratégias efetivas de controle da erosão do solo que preservem os recursos do solo, aumentem a produtividade agrícola e reduzam os impactos negativos da erosão do solo, em campo e fora dele. As propriedades magnéticas têm sido amplamente utilizadas em ambientes temperados para identificar fontes, vias e elos de sedimentos, mas existem pouquíssimas aplicações em ambientes tropicais. Portanto, neste trabalho investigamos fontes de sedimentos de reservatórios na Bacia do Alto Rio Grande, Sudeste do Brasil, utilizando técnicas de rastreamento de sedimentos baseadas em parâmetros magnéticos (suscetibilidade magnética de baixa e alta freqüência, susceptibilidade dependente da freqüência). Os diferentes materiais de origem e condições de intemperismo tropical resultaram em solos com diferentes minerais de óxido de Fe e teores de óxidos de Fe, promovendo variabilidade magnética que permitiu a comparação e identificação de possíveis fontes de sedimentos de reservatórios para reduzir os impactos da erosão hídrica. Os resultados indicam a adequação das propriedades magnéticas como um traçador para estudos de erosão do solo em ambientes tropicais.

Tracing the origin of reservoir sediments using magnetic properties in Southeastern Brazil / Traçando a origem de sedimentos de reservatórios usando propriedades magnéticas no Sudeste do Brasil

Determining the origin of eroded soil is essential to design effective soil erosion control strategies which preserve the soil resource, enhance agricultural productivity, and reduce the negative impacts of soil erosion, in-field and off-field. Magnetic properties have been widely used in temperate environments to identify sediment sources, pathways and links, but there have been very few applications in tropical and subtropical environments. Therefore, in this paper we investigated reservoir sediment sources in the Upper Grande River Basin, Southeastern Brazil, using sediment tracing techniques based on magnetic parameters (low and high frequency magnetic susceptibility, frequency dependent susceptibility). The different parent materials and subtropical weathering conditions resulted in soils having different Fe oxide minerals and Fe oxide contents, promoting magnetic variability that allowed comparison and identification of possible sources of reservoir sediments in order to reduce water erosion impacts. The results indicate the suitability of magnetic properties as a tracer for soil erosion studies in tropical environments.(AU)

Determinar a origem de solos erodidos é essencial para projetar estratégias efetivas de controle da erosão do solo que preservem os recursos do solo, aumentem a produtividade agrícola e reduzam os impactos negativos da erosão do solo, em campo e fora dele. As propriedades magnéticas têm sido amplamente utilizadas em ambientes temperados para identificar fontes, vias e elos de sedimentos, mas existem pouquíssimas aplicações em ambientes tropicais. Portanto, neste trabalho investigamos fontes de sedimentos de reservatórios na Bacia do Alto Rio Grande, Sudeste do Brasil, utilizando técnicas de rastreamento de sedimentos baseadas em parâmetros magnéticos (suscetibilidade magnética de baixa e alta freqüência, susceptibilidade dependente da freqüência). Os diferentes materiais de origem e condições de intemperismo tropical resultaram em solos com diferentes minerais de óxido de Fe e teores de óxidos de Fe, promovendo variabilidade magnética que permitiu a comparação e identificação de possíveis fontes de sedimentos de reservatórios para reduzir os impactos da erosão hídrica. Os resultados indicam a adequação das propriedades magnéticas como um traçador para estudos de erosão do solo em ambientes tropicais.(AU)

Provenance of heavy and clay minerals in bottom sediments of Green Lake, an Amazonian fluvial lake in Brazil / Proveniência de minerais pesados e argilominerais em sedimentos de fundo do Lago Verde, um lago fluvial amazônico no Brasil

Studies on provenance of minerals in Amazonian rivers focus mostly on suspended sediments, while processes that control bottom-sediment production and distribution are still little known. We determined the provenance of the bottom sediments of Green Lake, a micro-basin draining into the Tapajós River, in the eastern Brazilian Amazon. We used X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscope (SEM) and, cathodoluminescence techniques to analyze clay, light and heavy minerals of 22 samples. The lake is L-shaped, with 5.5 m maximum depth, and predominance of mud over sand in the center. Quartz and feldspar were dominant in the light fraction, while zircon, tourmaline, kyanite, rutile, and staurolite were dominant in the heavy fraction. The clay fraction was dominated by kaolinite, with morphology and degree of crystallinity indicative of a detrital origin related to weathering. The Alter do Chão Formation (ACF) is suggested as the main source of sand sediments and heavy minerals, due to their mineralogical and percentage similarity. The provenance of kaolinite was mainly the ACF, with a minor contribution of the Amazon and Tapajós rivers. The primary origin of the heavy minerals in the ACF indicates the basement of the Amazonas Basin as source rock and this formation as a source of sediments for Green Lake through weathering and erosion processes under current tropical conditions. The presence of Aulacoseira granulata and Aulacoseira ambigua indicates the importance of current erosive processes on sediment production.(AU)

Estudos de proveniência em rios amazônicos concentram-se principalmente em sedimentos suspensos, enquanto os processos que controlam a produção e distribuição de sedimentos de fundo ainda são pouco conhecidos. Sedimentos de fundo do Lago Verde foram estudados com o objetivo principal de determinar a proveniência sedimentar. Utilizamos técnicas de difração de raios-X em pó (DRX), espectroscopia no infravermelho com transformação de Fourier (FTIR), microscopia eletrônica de varredura (MEV) e catodoluminescência para analisar argilas e minerais pesados em 22 amostras. O Lago Verde tem forma em L, profundidade máxima de 5.5 m, com predomínio da fração lama sobre areia no centro do lago. Quartzo e feldspato foram dominantes na fração leve, e zircão, turmalina, cianita, rutilo e estaurolita na fração pesada. A fração argila foi dominada por caulinita, cuja morfologia e grau de cristalinidade indicam origem detrítica relacionada com ação intempérica. A Formação Alter do Chão (FAC), substrato do Lago Verde, é indicada como principal fonte dos sedimentos arenosos e minerais pesados, dada a semelhança mineralógica e percentual. A caulinita foi derivada da FAC, mas não como única fonte. Os rios Amazonas e Tapajós têm uma pequena contribuição para a proveniência da caulinita. A origem primária dos minerais pesados na FAC indica o embasamento da Bacia do Amazonas como rochas fonte, e esta formação funciona com fonte de sedimentos para o Lago Verde, a partir dos processos de intemperismo e erosão, sob condições tropicais atuais. A presença de Aulacoseira granulata e Aulacoseira ambigua indicou o papel importante dos processos erosivos atuais na produção de sedimentos.(AU)

Selamento superficial e formação de crosta em solos representativos do Estado da Paraíba / Surface sealing and crust formation in Paraíba State representative soils

A formação de selo e crosta superficial no solo tem consequências diretas para o desenvolvimento das culturas e qualidade ambiental, alterando sua estrutura, diminuindo a disponibilidade de água para as plantas e potencializando os efeitos da erosão. Diante disto, o presente trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar as alterações causadas por sucessivos eventos de precipitação na superfície dos solos. Foram avaliadas quatro classes de solos: Latossolo Amarelo (LA); Argissolo Vermelho (PV); Neossolo Litólico (RL); Luvissolo Háplico (TX). O critério de seleção teve como base o grau de desenvolvimento pedogenético. O experimento foi conduzido sob chuva simulada, em parcelas experimentais com área útil de 0,3481 m², com solo descoberto e declividade de 0,10 mm-1. Os testes foram realizados com intensidade média da precipitação ajustada em 85 mm h-1 durante 75 minutos, aplicadas em três eventos consecutivos com intervalos de 7 dias, para determinar os efeitos da formação do selamento superficial durante a chuva e a formação de crosta após o período de secagem do solo. Foram avaliadas as variáveis hidráulicas do escoamento, a perda de solo (PSi), taxa de desagregação do solo em entressulcos (Di) e o fator de erodibilidade em entressulcos (Ki). A formação de selamento e de crostas superficiais foram observadas com aumento da velocidade de escoamento e da descarga liquida, e a diminuição da altura da lâmina de água, assim como alterações em PSi, Di e Ki, sendo no primeiro evento de chuva simulada a maior contribuição para formação do encrostamento superficial. O TC se mostrou o mais estável após os eventos sucessivos de chuva simulada, mesmo tendo a rugosidade superficial modificada, não apresentou alterações significativas nas perdas de solo, taxa de desagregação e erodibilidade do solo em entresulco.

The formation of seal and surface crust in the soil has direct consequences for the development of the crops and environmental quality, altering the soil structure, reducing the availability of water to the plants and favoring the erosion. The objective of this study was to evaluate the changes caused by successive rainfall events on the soil surface. Four soils were evaluated: Ferralsol; Acrisol; Leptsol; Luvisol. The selection criterion was based on pedogenetic development. The experiment was conducted under simulated rainfall, in experimental plots with a useful area of 0,3481 m², uncovered soil and slope of 0.10 mm-1. The tests were performed with mean precipitation intensity of 85 mm h-1 for 75 min, applied in three consecutive events at 7 day intervals, to determine the effects of surface sealing during rainfall and crust formation after the soil drying period. The hydraulic flow variables, the soil losses (PSi), soil disaggregation rate in interrill (Di) and the interrill erodibility factor (Ki) were evaluated. The formation of sealing and surface crusts were observed with increase of the flow velocity and liquid discharge, and the decrease of water sheet height, as well as in the changes in PSi, Di and Ki, being in the first event of simulated rainfall the greater contribution to formation of superficial crusting. LV showed the most stable after the successive events of simulated rainfall, even though the surface roughness was modified, did not present significant changes in the soil losses, disaggregation rate and soil interrill erodibility.

Selamento superficial e formação de crosta em solos representativos do Estado da Paraíba / Surface sealing and crust formation in Paraíba State representative soils

A formação de selo e crosta superficial no solo tem consequências diretas para o desenvolvimento das culturas e qualidade ambiental, alterando sua estrutura, diminuindo a disponibilidade de água para as plantas e potencializando os efeitos da erosão. Diante disto, o presente trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar as alterações causadas por sucessivos eventos de precipitação na superfície dos solos. Foram avaliadas quatro classes de solos: Latossolo Amarelo (LA); Argissolo Vermelho (PV); Neossolo Litólico (RL); Luvissolo Háplico (TX). O critério de seleção teve como base o grau de desenvolvimento pedogenético. O experimento foi conduzido sob chuva simulada, em parcelas experimentais com área útil de 0,3481 m², com solo descoberto e declividade de 0,10 mm-1. Os testes foram realizados com intensidade média da precipitação ajustada em 85 mm h-1 durante 75 minutos, aplicadas em três eventos consecutivos com intervalos de 7 dias, para determinar os efeitos da formação do selamento superficial durante a chuva e a formação de crosta após o período de secagem do solo. Foram avaliadas as variáveis hidráulicas do escoamento, a perda de solo (PSi), taxa de desagregação do solo em entressulcos (Di) e o fator de erodibilidade em entressulcos (Ki). A formação de selamento e de crostas superficiais foram observadas com aumento da velocidade de escoamento e da descarga liquida, e a diminuição da altura da lâmina de água, assim como alterações em PSi, Di e Ki, sendo no primeiro evento de chuva simulada a maior contribuição para formação do encrostamento superficial. O TC se mostrou o mais estável após os eventos sucessivos de chuva simulada, mesmo tendo a rugosidade superficial modificada, não apresentou alterações significativas nas perdas de solo, taxa de desagregação e erodibilidade do solo em entresulco.(AU)

The formation of seal and surface crust in the soil has direct consequences for the development of the crops and environmental quality, altering the soil structure, reducing the availability of water to the plants and favoring the erosion. The objective of this study was to evaluate the changes caused by successive rainfall events on the soil surface. Four soils were evaluated: Ferralsol; Acrisol; Leptsol; Luvisol. The selection criterion was based on pedogenetic development. The experiment was conducted under simulated rainfall, in experimental plots with a useful area of 0,3481 m², uncovered soil and slope of 0.10 mm-1. The tests were performed with mean precipitation intensity of 85 mm h-1 for 75 min, applied in three consecutive events at 7 day intervals, to determine the effects of surface sealing during rainfall and crust formation after the soil drying period. The hydraulic flow variables, the soil losses (PSi), soil disaggregation rate in interrill (Di) and the interrill erodibility factor (Ki) were evaluated. The formation of sealing and surface crusts were observed with increase of the flow velocity and liquid discharge, and the decrease of water sheet height, as well as in the changes in PSi, Di and Ki, being in the first event of simulated rainfall the greater contribution to formation of superficial crusting. LV showed the most stable after the successive events of simulated rainfall, even though the surface roughness was modified, did not present significant changes in the soil losses, disaggregation rate and soil interrill erodibility.(AU)

Ecotypes and virulence factors of Salmonella spp. detected in shrimp farms in Ceara-Brazil / Ecotipos e fatores de virulência de Salmonella spp. detectadas em fazendas de carcinicultura do Ceará, Brasil

Our objective was to group in ecotypes 12 serovars of Salmonella isolated from shrimp farming environments in the State of Ceara (Northeast Brazil). Grouping was done based on genotypic virulence factors. Two groups based on the similarity of the Box-PCR were identified: a group consisting of three strains (01 S. ser. Madelia serovar and 02 S. ser. enterica subs. houtenae) and another group consisting of nine isolates (02 S. ser. Saintpaul serovars; 03 S. ser. Infantis; 02 S. ser. Panama; 01 S. enterica subs. enterica; and 01 S. enterica subs. houtenae). Distribution pattern of the serovars was not influenced by the origin matrices (water and sediment). Plasmid virulence genes pefA and invA were detected, unrelated to the serovar and environmental origin of the isolates. The presence of virulence genes in the isolates underlines the potential to trigger salmonellosis events via shrimp consumption. Biomonitoring of these sources of contamination should be encouraged as a protective measure, minimizing health risks and economic losses for the industry.(AU)

Nosso objetivo foi agrupar em ecotipos 12 sorovares de Salmonella isolados em ambientes decarcinicultura no Estado do Ceará. O agrupamento foi feito a partir da pesquisa de fatores genotípicos devirulência. Constatou-se a formação de dois grupos baseados na similaridade do Box-PCR: um grupo comtrês estirpes (01 sorovar S. ser. Madelia e 02 sorovares S. enterica subs. houtenae) e outro constituído pornove isolados (02 sorovares S. ser. Saintpaul, 03 sorovares S. ser. Infantis, 02 sorovares S. ser. Panama, 01sorovar S. enterica subs. enterica e 01 sorovar S. enterica subs. houtenae). O padrão de distribuição dos sorovaresnão sofreu influência das matrizes de origem (água e sedimento). Os genes de virulência plasmidial pefA einvA foram detectados independente do sorovar e da origem ambiental dos isolados. A presença dessesgenes de virulência nos isolados de carcinicultura evidencia o potencial para desencadear eventos desalmonelose relacionados ao consumo de camarão. O biomonitoramento dessas fontes de contaminaçãodeve ser incentivado como medida protetiva, minimizando os riscos do ponto de vista sanitário e das perdaseconômicas para o setor da carcinicultura.(AU)

Checklist of ciliated protozoa from surface water and sediment samples of Atibaia River, Campinas, São Paulo (Southeast Brazil)

The knowledge of the diversity of ciliated protozoa in an aquatic ecosystem is an important information that can serve as a tool in the environmental quality management. A survey of the ciliated protozoa of the Atibaia River, Campinas, São Paulo was done during 24 months. Surface water and sediment samples were collected monthly from two sampling points. Qualitative analyses of ciliates were performed in vivo and by protargol staining. A total of 66 taxa belonging to 55 genera were identified. This is the first study in Atibaia River and, as this is an impacted water body, these informations can be very useful for conservation.(AU)

Checklist of ciliated protozoa from surface water and sediment samples of Atibaia River, Campinas, São Paulo (Southeast Brazil)

The knowledge of the diversity of ciliated protozoa in an aquatic ecosystem is an important information that can serve as a tool in the environmental quality management. A survey of the ciliated protozoa of the Atibaia River, Campinas, São Paulo was done during 24 months. Surface water and sediment samples were collected monthly from two sampling points. Qualitative analyses of ciliates were performed in vivo and by protargol staining. A total of 66 taxa belonging to 55 genera were identified. This is the first study in Atibaia River and, as this is an impacted water body, these informations can be very useful for conservation.

Great unexpected differences between two populations of the intertidal crab Neohelice granulata inhabiting close but contrasting habitats (Crustacea: Decapoda: Brachyura)

Two populations of the Southwestern Atlantic burrowing crab, Neohelice granulata (Dana, 1851), are separated by only 190 km. They inhabit bays that drain into a Patagonian gulf in the southernmost limit of the geographical distribution of the species: San Antonio Bay (SAO) and San José Gulf (RSJ). The population from SAO has been extensively studied, whereas that of RSJ has not. The main goal of this study is to compare the ecological and habitat characteristics of the two populations, based on samples collected on successive days during the middle of the reproductive season of the crab. The substrate of SAO is composed of a high proportion of gravel and scarce organic matter, whereas the substrate of RSJ presents twice as much silt and clay, and greater organic matter content. Crabs of both sexes were larger at RSJ. Fecundity and reproductive output were greater at RSJ. The size of females at maturity was smaller and their range was shorter at RSJ. Burrows were longer and wider at RSJ. Our results indicate that there are strong differences between the two populations, which might be correlated with local environmental differences, mainly substrate granulometry and food availability.

Great unexpected differences between two populations of the intertidal crab Neohelice granulata inhabiting close but contrasting habitats (Crustacea: Decapoda: Brachyura)

Two populations of the Southwestern Atlantic burrowing crab, Neohelice granulata (Dana, 1851), are separated by only 190 km. They inhabit bays that drain into a Patagonian gulf in the southernmost limit of the geographical distribution of the species: San Antonio Bay (SAO) and San José Gulf (RSJ). The population from SAO has been extensively studied, whereas that of RSJ has not. The main goal of this study is to compare the ecological and habitat characteristics of the two populations, based on samples collected on successive days during the middle of the reproductive season of the crab. The substrate of SAO is composed of a high proportion of gravel and scarce organic matter, whereas the substrate of RSJ presents twice as much silt and clay, and greater organic matter content. Crabs of both sexes were larger at RSJ. Fecundity and reproductive output were greater at RSJ. The size of females at maturity was smaller and their range was shorter at RSJ. Burrows were longer and wider at RSJ. Our results indicate that there are strong differences between the two populations, which might be correlated with local environmental differences, mainly substrate granulometry and food availability.(AU)

Laparoscopic-assisted approach to the pelvic flexure for surgical treatment of sand impaction in a horse

Background: Laparoscopy provides good visualization of horses abdominal cavity, besides providing minimal invasiveness and meticulous manipulation intra-abdominal organs. Laparoscopy is suitable for both diagnosing and treating acute abdomen in horses. The purpose of this study was to report a successful case of laparoscopic-assisted surgery for treating sand impaction in a horse.Case: A 3-year-old horse, weighing 460 kg, was admitted following chronic intermittent episodes of diarrhea and colic. Physical exam revealed mild abdominal pain and liquid/pasty diarrhea. There was negative survey of gastrointestinal helminthes and microbiological analyses. Fecal sedimentation test revealed sand impaction. Surgical approach was opted for both accomplishment of the abdominal exploration and resolution of the impactation. The patient was anesthetized and positioned in dorsal recumbency. Laparoscopy was performed through an 11-mm trocar placed right cranially to the umbilicus. There were no apparent adhesions, bowel inflammation nor visceral displacement. A 15-cm celiotomy was carried out caudally to the umbilicus, under laparoscopic guidance, for initial inspection of the gastrointestinal tract. Incision enlargement was required for exteriorizing the pelvic flexure. Afterwards, enterotomy was carried out for drainage of the impactating content, followed by enterorraphy. The pelvic flex...(AU)

Biodegradation of [D-Leu1] microcystin-LR by a bacterium isolated from sediment of Patos Lagoon estuary, Brazil

Background Toxic cyanobacterial blooms are recurrent in Patos Lagoon, in southern Brazil. Among cyanotoxins, [D-Leu1] microcystin-LR is the predominant variant whose natural cycle involves water and sediment compartments. This study aimed to identify and isolate from sediment a bacterial strain capable of growing on [D-Leu1] microcystin-LR. Sediment and water samples were collected at two distinct aquatic spots: close to the Oceanographic Museum (P1), in Rio Grande City, and on São Lourenço Beach (P2), in São Lourenço do Sul City, southern Brazil. Methods [D-Leu1] microcystin-LR was isolated and purified from batch cultures of Microcystis aeruginosastrain RST9501. Samples of water and sediment from Rio Grande and São Lourenço do Sul were collected. Bacteria from the samples were allowed to grow in flasks containing solely [D-Leu1] microcystin-LR. This strain named DMSX was isolated on agar MSM with 8 g L1 glucose and further purified on a cyanotoxin basis growth. Microcystin concentration was obtained by using the ELISA immunoassay for microcystins whereas bacterial count was performed by epifluorescence microscopy. The genus Pseudomonas was identified by DNA techniques. Results Although several bacterial strains were isolated from the samples, only one, DMXS, was capable of growing on [D-Leu1] microcystin-LR. The phylogenetic analysis of the 16S rRNA gene from DMXS strain classified the organism as Pseudomonas aeruginosa. DMXS strain incubated with [D-Leu1] microcystin-LR lowered the amount of toxin from 1 g.L1 to 0.05 g.L1. Besides, an increase in the bacterial countfrom 71×105 bacteria.mL1 to 117×105 bacteria.mL1was observed along the incubation. Conclusions The use of bacteria isolated from sediment for technological applications to remove toxic compounds is viable. Studies have shown that sediment plays an important role as a source of bacteria capable of degrading cyanobacterial toxins. This is the first Brazilian report on a bacteriumof the genus Pseudomonasthat can degrade [D-Leu1] microcystin-LR, the most frequent microcystin variant in Brazilian freshwaters.(AU)

Laparoscopic-assisted approach to the pelvic flexure for surgical treatment of sand impaction in a horse

Background: Laparoscopy provides good visualization of horses abdominal cavity, besides providing minimal invasiveness and meticulous manipulation intra-abdominal organs. Laparoscopy is suitable for both diagnosing and treating acute abdomen in horses. The purpose of this study was to report a successful case of laparoscopic-assisted surgery for treating sand impaction in a horse.Case: A 3-year-old horse, weighing 460 kg, was admitted following chronic intermittent episodes of diarrhea and colic. Physical exam revealed mild abdominal pain and liquid/pasty diarrhea. There was negative survey of gastrointestinal helminthes and microbiological analyses. Fecal sedimentation test revealed sand impaction. Surgical approach was opted for both accomplishment of the abdominal exploration and resolution of the impactation. The patient was anesthetized and positioned in dorsal recumbency. Laparoscopy was performed through an 11-mm trocar placed right cranially to the umbilicus. There were no apparent adhesions, bowel inflammation nor visceral displacement. A 15-cm celiotomy was carried out caudally to the umbilicus, under laparoscopic guidance, for initial inspection of the gastrointestinal tract. Incision enlargement was required for exteriorizing the pelvic flexure. Afterwards, enterotomy was carried out for drainage of the impactating content, followed by enterorraphy. The pelvic flex...