Mangrove Ecology, Silviculture and Conservation [Hardcover]

P. Saenger (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 31, 2003 | ISBN-10: 1402006861 | ISBN-13: 978-1402006869 | Edition: 1

Mangroves are a fascinating group of plants that occur on tropical and subtropical shorelines of all continents, where they are exposed to saltwater inundation, low oxygen levels around their roots, high light and temperature conditions, and periodic tropical storms. Despite these harsh conditions, mangroves may form luxuriant forests which are of significant economic and environmental value throughout the world - they provide coastal protection and underpin fisheries and forestry operations, as well as a range of other human activities. This book provides an up-to-date account of mangrove plants from around the world, together with silvicultural and restoration techniques, and the management requirements of these communities to ensure their sustainability and conservation. All aspects of mangroves and their conservation are critically re-examined. Those activities which threaten their ongoing survival are identified and suggestions are offered to minimise their effects on these significant plant communities.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This book makes a considerable contribution by providing a readable review of mangrove topics that will be of interest to ecologists, managers, and policymakers." (The Quarterly Review of Biology, 78:4 (December 2003)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 372 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (January 31, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402006861
• ISBN-13: 978-1402006869
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,473,405 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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