Structure and spatial patterns of macrobenthic community in Tai Lake, a large shallow lake, China

- The clustering analysis method was used to compare macrobenthic communities.
- We examined the impacts of Microcystin-LR on macrobenthic communities in Tai Lake.
- Habitats play an important role in macrobenthic community structure and diversity.
- Main factors that influenced the structure of macrobenthic communities were found.
- It could provide a scientific basis for environmental management and protection.