Dynamics of the Pantanal Wetland in South America - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Dynamics of the Pantanal Wetland in South America write by Ivan Bergier. This book was released on 2015-11-30. Dynamics of the Pantanal Wetland in South America available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. This book provides readers with in-depth insights into the changes in the Pantanal wetland from its formation to the actual and likely future states. It reveals that today’s Pantanal is an evolutionary consequence of geological, ecological and, more recently, man-made events taking place at distinct space-time intervals. Topics include geotectonics and sun-earth interactions, which largely dictate the rate of drastic changes that eventually disrupt ecological stability and radically rebuild the regional landscape. Furthermore, the biota-climate system is discussed as a major driver reshaping the ecohydrology functioning of the landscape on an intermediate timescale. Also covered are major changes in the landscape ecohydrology and biodiversity due to recent land-use and climate changes induced by humankind in the Anthropocene. The ability to recognize how those temporal scales impact the Pantanal wetland provides the opportunity for wise management approaches and the sustainable development of the region.
Primates in Flooded Habitats
Primates in Flooded Habitats - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Primates in Flooded Habitats write by Katarzyna Nowak. This book was released on 2019-01-03. Primates in Flooded Habitats available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. A ground breaking study of primates that live in flooded habitats around the world.
The Paraná River Basin
The Paraná River Basin - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook The Paraná River Basin write by Chris D. Metcalfe. This book was released on 2020-06-10. The Paraná River Basin available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. This book provides insight into the hydrology, ecosystem services and management of water resources in the Paraná River basin, including the importance of water to the socio-economic development of the countries within the watershed. Running through Brazil. Paraguay and Argentina, the Paraná River and its watershed is home to some of South America's major population centers as well as important ecosystems threatened by development. At the same time, the river is a major resource driving the economies of the nations within its boundaries. This volume examines the impacts of environmental degradation, and the tradeoffs between the energy sector and the maintenance of ecosystem services. In particular, it focuses on the threats from development to sensitive ecosystems within the basin and the challenges of transboundary management of water resources. In addition to presenting wider perspectives on water management, the volume specifically covers water infrastructure, aquatic ecosystems, water quality, geomorphological influences and the impact of climate change. Finally, by assessing each country's current status in meeting the Sustainable Development Goals this volume provides a timely analysis as national governments within the basin are becoming increasingly concerned about the sustainability of the freshwater ecosystems within the Paraná River basin. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of water and natural resource management, environmental policy, sustainable development and Latin American studies. It will also be relevant to water management professionals.
Savanna Woody Plants and Large Herbivores
Savanna Woody Plants and Large Herbivores - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Savanna Woody Plants and Large Herbivores write by Peter Frank Scogings. This book was released on 2019-09-30. Savanna Woody Plants and Large Herbivores available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Insights on current research and recent developments in understanding global savanna systems Increasingly recognized as synonymous with tropical grassy biomes, savannas are found in tropical and sub-tropical climates as well as warm, temperate regions of North America. Savanna Woody Plants and Large Herbivores examines the interactions between woody plants and browsing mammals in global savannas—focusing primarily on the C4 grassy ecosystems with woody components that constitute the majority of global savannas—and discusses contemporary savanna management models and applications. This much-needed addition to current research examines topics including the varying behavior of browsing mammals, the response to browsing by woody species, and the factors that inhibit forage intake. Contributions from an international team of active researchers and experts compare and contrast different savanna ecosystems, offering a global perspective on savanna functioning, the roles of soil and climate in resource availability and organism interaction, and the possible impacts of climate change across global savannas. Fills a gap in literature on savanna management issues, including biodiversity conservation and animal production Applies concepts developed in other biomes to future savanna research Complements contemporary books on savanna or large herbivore ecology Focuses on the woody component of savanna ecosystems and large herbivore interactions in savannas Compares tree-mammal systems of savannas and other eco-systems of temperate and boreal regions Provides numerous case studies of plant-mammal interactions from various savanna ecosystems Savanna Woody Plants and Large Herbivores is a valuable addition to those in fields such as ecology, wildlife and conservation biology, natural resource management, and environmental science.
The World's Largest Wetlands
The World's Largest Wetlands - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook The World's Largest Wetlands write by Lauchlan H. Fraser. This book was released on 2005. The World's Largest Wetlands available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. This volume presents the views of leading experts on each of the world's largest wetland systems. This international team of authors share their understanding of the ecological dynamics of large wetlands and their significance, and emphasise their need of conservation.
