Zoologica Nexus Lab now tests pH and Water Hardness in the Field.

We're excited to announce a new step forward for Zoologica Nexus Lab, the research branch of Merman Conservation Expeditions Ltd:

We now carry field pH and water hardness test strips as part of our standard survey equipment.

This allows us to measure key water quality parameters directly in the field—on rivers, streams, wetlands, and ponds—while documenting local biodiversity.

• pH tells us if the water is acidic or alkaline, which directly affects the survival of amphibians, fish, and aquatic invertebrates.
  
  
• Water hardness (levels of calcium and magnesium) influences reproductive success, shell development, and species presence in freshwater systems.
  
  

These simple tools give us quick environmental context during surveys, making our research more complete and ecologically meaningful.

This marks the beginning of equipping our lab with dedicated field gear to support long-term wildlife monitoring and conservation work in South Pelion, Greece and beyond.