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The Biology of Mangroves and Seagrasses

Name: The Biology of Mangroves and Seagrasses
Brand: Oxford University Press
SKU: 9780198716556
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Contributors:

Peter J. Hogarth

Publisher:

Oxford University Press

Binding:

Paperback

Book Category:

Nature, Science

Book Subcategory:

Plants, Life Sciences

Book Topic:

Ecology

Edition Description:

3rd Revised Edition

Series:

Biology of Habitats

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Release Date:

2015-07-01

ISBN 13:

9780198716556

Weight:

1.2 lbs

Size:

9.10 x 6.10 x 0.70 inches

Pages:

304

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Mangroves and seagrasses form extensive and highly productive ecosystems that are both biologically diverse and economically valuable. This book, now in its third edition and fully updated throughout, continues to provide a current and comprehensive introduction to all aspects of the biology and ecology of mangroves and seagrasses. Using a global range of examples and case studies, it describes the unique adaptations of these plants to their exacting environments; the rich and diverse communities of organisms that depend on mangrove forests and seagrass meadows (including tree-climbing shrimps, synchronously flashing fireflies, and 'gardening' seacows); the links between mangrove, seagrass, and other habitats; and the evolution, biodiversity, and biogeography of mangroves and seagrasses. The economic value of mangroves and seagrasses is also discussed, including approaches to rational management of these vital resources and techniques for the restoration of degraded habitats. A final chapter, new to this edition, examines the potential effects of global climate change including sea level rise.

As with other titles in the Biology of Habitats Series, particular emphasis is placed on the organisms that dominate these fascinating aquatic ecosystems although pollution, conservation, and experimental aspects are also considered. This accessible textbook assumes no previous knowledge of mangrove or seagrass ecology and is intended for senior undergraduate and graduate students, as well as professional ecologists, conservation practitioners, and resource managers.

About the Author
Peter J. Hogarth, Honorary Fellow, Department of Biology, University of York

Peter J. Hogarth studied Zoology at Edinburgh University, graduating with BSc Zoology in 1965. He then did a PhD at the Department of Biology at the University of York, and was appointed Assistant Lecturer, then Lecturer and Senior Lecturer. He retired in 2008, and currently holds an Honorary Fellowship in the Department. He has worked in Malaysia, China, Pakistan, Maldives, UAE, Oman, Yemen and Iran, studying mangroves and other tropical marine habitats, and has produced over 70 publications.

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