Overview
Now, in Wetlands in Danger, comes the most comprehensive coverage of these precious natural resources--the dangers they face, and what we must do to preserve what remains of them.This lavishly illustrated volume explores areas ranging from the extensive Prairie Pothole region of North America, to the flood plains of the inner Niger Delta, to the vast mangrove stands of South Asia. We see the remarkable animals that have adapted to life in the wetlands. We meet the people who have come to depend on the resources of the wetlands for their livelihood.
Wetlands also takes a look at the impact of wetlands loss on the people of these regions. A multitude of up-to-date, full-color maps cover the wetlands region by region, providing information on the various types of wetlands systems, wildlife, and vegetation in each area, and charting the course of conversion and degradation.
Wetlands is not only a breathtaking view of the treasures of these plentiful areas, but a compelling call to reevaluate how our actions can affect the ecological balance in these important regions.