Tall green grass. Subtle melodies of songbirds. Sharp whines of
muskrats. Rustles of water running through the grasses. And at low
tide, a pungent reminder of the treasures hidden beneath the
surface.All are vital signs of the great salt marshes' natural
resources.
Now championed as critical habitats for plants, animals, and
people because of the environmental service and protection they
provide, these ecological wonders were once considered unproductive
wastelands, home solely to mosquitoes and toxic waste, and
mistreated for centuries by the human population. Exploring the
fascinating biodiversity of these boggy wetlands, Salt Marshes
offers readers a wealth of essential information about a variety of
plants, fish, and animals, the importance of these habitats,
consequences of human neglect and thoughtless development, and
insight into how these wetlands recover.
Judith S. Weis and Carol A. Butler shed ample light on the human
impact, including chapters on physical and biological alterations,
pollution, and remediation and recovery programs. In addition to a
national and global perspective, the authors place special emphasis
on coastal wetlands in the Atlantic and Gulf regions, as well as
the San Francisco Bay Area, calling attention to their historical
and economic legacies.
Written in clear, easy-to-read language, Salt Marshes proves
that the battles for preservation and conservation must continue,
because threats to salt marshes ebb and flow like the water that
runs through them.
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