| Popis: |
'This book summarizes recent developments in wetland research in the Pantanal. The topics covered by its 31 chapters range from biogeographical and physical-chemical habitat typology to the ecology and biodiversity of flora and fauna, and further to a detailed analysis of human-environment relationships, including fishery, cattle ranching, and land use by traditional and modern communities, all of which are interpreted under an integrating scientific concept, the Flood Pulse Concept. Importantly, the authors offer recommendations for a sustainable management of the Pantanal, and for future research and development projects to achieve this goal. The 68 contributors have both profound scientific knowledge of this geographic area from many years of research in the Pantanal and practical experience in the application of scientific results whether in education, politics, or management. This book provides a solid scientific basis for wetland ecologists, foresters, environmentalists, and managers. It is also an excellent textbook for students working in the Pantanal and in similar wetland types in other regions.' |
