Christoph Ptatscheck

Dr. Christoph Ptatscheck is a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Biology at Universität Bielefeld, specializing in Behavioral Ecology. His research focuses on freshwater ecology, nematode biology, and meiofaunal dynamics, with particular emphasis on dispersal ecology, trophic interactions, and habitat-specific adaptations. Dr. Ptatscheck actively contributes to understanding the role of meiofauna in aquatic food webs and the ecological impact of larval amphibians.

• Faculty of Biology / Behavioral Ecology, Universität Bielefeld
• Phone: +49 521 106-2705
• Office: VHF-117

Research Interests

Dr. Ptatscheck's work explores the dispersal mechanisms of free-living nematodes, predator-prey dynamics in benthic habitats, and environmental factors influencing metacommunities. His recent publications highlight interactions between fire salamander larvae and benthic organisms, as well as methodological considerations in meiofauna sampling.