The ecology of Gammarus locusta (L.) is reviewed, covering the general topics of geographic distribution, habitat, life history, trophic relationships and ecotoxicology. The information here presented further substantiates the ecological relevance of

The life history of Gammarus locusta was analysed in the laboratory under the following temperature and salinity combinations: 20 degrees C-33/1000, 15 degrees C-20/1000 and 15 degrees C-33/1000 (reference condition). Life history analysis comprised survival,

A 2-year study was conducted on the life history of the amphipod Gammarus locusta (L.) in the Sado estuary, which comprised the analysis of distribution, abundance, dynamics and reproduction. Sampling was performed monthly at low tide by collecting the