Wetland Ecosystems - 9781632398321

Wetlands are areas that are saturated with water for most periods of a season. It becomes a distinct ecosystem due to the presence of hydric soil and unique vegetation that is found there. Wetlands naturally act as barriers against floods as well as provide water sources to animals and humans. Over usage and despoiling of wetlands, which otherwise take longer time to replenish and sustain itself, have led to newer research that focuses on preservation and management of wetlands. This book brings forth some of the most innovative concepts elucidates the unexplored aspects of wetland ecosystems. It strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help better understanding within this field. Scientists and students actively engaged in this field will find this book full of crucial and unexplored concepts.

• | Author: Ewan Lewis, Ewan Lewis
• | Publisher: CALLISTO REFERENCE
• | Publication Date: May 24, 2017
• | Number of Pages: 258 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardcover/NATURE
• | ISBN-10: 163239832X
• | ISBN-13: 9781632398321