Abstract
Research concerning the aquatic invertebrate assemblage and secondary productivity of the Chilko-Chilcotin River is sparse. To help predict the possible insect assemblage and secondary production of the river, a conceptual model was assembled. This model will be an integral part of a larger model concerned with the physical and biological processes of the Chilko-Chilcotin River. Trophic, physical, and chemical drivers are accounted for within the model. These drivers will affect the range and proportion of functional feeding groups (FFGs), and are an important indicator of chironomid dominance or sensitive taxa depression. FFGs, sensitive taxa and chironomid dominance will help predict the insect assemblage and secondary productivity of key areas in the Chilko-Chilcotin River.
