Wetland Ecology: Principles and Conservation

by Paul A. Keddy

Richly illustrated and packed with numerous examples, this unique global perspective introduces wetland ecology from basic principles to advanced applications. Thoroughly revised and reorganised, this new edition of this prize-winning textbook begins with underlying causal factors, before moving on to more advanced concepts that add depth and context. Each chapter begins with an explanation of the basic principles covered, illustrated with clear examples. More difficult concepts and exceptions are introduced only once the general principle is well-established. Key principles are now discussed at the beginning of the book, and in order of relative importance, enabling students to understand the most important material without wading through complex theory. New chapters on wetland restoration and wetland services draw upon practical examples from around the world, providing a global context, and a new chapter on research will be particularly relevant to the advanced student planning their own studies.

Genres: Ecology

514 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2000

Reviews

[J · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great introduction to the topic, easy to understand with general ecological background.

[Zoe (Zthecapybara) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a recommended book for a wetland ecology module at my university. I found that it was a great link from my previous conservation and ecology knowledge and specifics about wetlands as I had not studied wetlands before. It is very "textbook-y," in my opinion, so it takes focus to read but is very helpful nonetheless.

[Sølvi Goard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Took me almost a year to complete but absolutely worth it.

Wetlands are sexy af.