Where River Meets Sea: Exploring Australia's Estuaries - Couverture souple

Turner, Lynne; Tracey, Dieter; Tlden, John; Dennison, Bill

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0957867883 ISBN 13 : 9780957867888

Editeur : CSIRO Publishing, 2004

Synopsis

Estuaries are dynamic coastal waterways where salt and fresh water mix. Where River Meets Sea describes the value and status of Australia's 974 estuaries and takes readers on a state by state tour describing the health, geography, science, management and ecological functions of these unique coastal waterways. It includes profiles of people and their relationships with estuaries. The book's many photographs, maps, case studies and diagrams will help Australians to better understand, appreciate and wisely use these natural areas. Chapters on natural history, coastal science and management give an understanding of our vast network of pristine and heavily modified estuaries - from isolated tide-dominated estuaries in Australia's tropical north to those shaped by waves in southern, temperate waters. Other chapters show how people use and value coastal catchments and waterways, the impacts of human development on natural ecosystems, and how estuaries can be better managed in future. Where River Meets Sea aims to provide Australians with a deeper appreciation of our coastal waterways that are both vital for our economy and precious to our quality of life.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: CSIRO Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0957867883
• ISBN 13: 9780957867888
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 288
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible