1st Edition
Riparian Areas of the Southwestern United States Hydrology, Ecology, and Management
426 Pages
14 Color & 76 B/W Illustrations
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CRC Press
432 Pages
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CRC Press
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The demand for water resulting from massive population and economic growth in the southwestern U.S. overwhelmed traditional uses of riparian areas. As a consequence, many of these uniquely-structured ecosystems have been altered or destroyed. Within recent years people have become increasingly aware of the many uses and benefits of riparian zones and have emphasized ecosystem restoration and the... Read more
Introduction
BACKGROUND
Definitions and Classifications
Setting and History
FUNCTIONING
Hydrology and Impacts of Disturbances on Hydrologic Function
Linkages between Riparian Corridors and Surrounding Watersheds
Human Alterations of Riparian Ecosystems
INHABITANTS
Riparian Flora
Mammals, Avifauna, and Herpetofauna
Native Fishes: Their Status, Threats, and Conservation
Insects and Other Invertebrates: Ecological Roles and Indicators of Riparian and Stream Health
LAND USES AND MANAGEMENT
Livestock Grazing in Riparian Areas: Environmental Impacts, Management Practices, Management Implications
Wildlife Population and Habitat Management Practices
Fish Habitats: Conservation and Management Implications
Water Availability and Recreational Opportunities
Riparian Ecosystem Assessments
Restoration of Riparian Ecosystems
Institutional Limitations to Management and Use of Riparian
Resources
Conclusion
Index
BACKGROUND
Definitions and Classifications
Setting and History
FUNCTIONING
Hydrology and Impacts of Disturbances on Hydrologic Function
Linkages between Riparian Corridors and Surrounding Watersheds
Human Alterations of Riparian Ecosystems
INHABITANTS
Riparian Flora
Mammals, Avifauna, and Herpetofauna
Native Fishes: Their Status, Threats, and Conservation
Insects and Other Invertebrates: Ecological Roles and Indicators of Riparian and Stream Health
LAND USES AND MANAGEMENT
Livestock Grazing in Riparian Areas: Environmental Impacts, Management Practices, Management Implications
Wildlife Population and Habitat Management Practices
Fish Habitats: Conservation and Management Implications
Water Availability and Recreational Opportunities
Riparian Ecosystem Assessments
Restoration of Riparian Ecosystems
Institutional Limitations to Management and Use of Riparian
Resources
Conclusion
Index
Biography
Peter F. Ffolliott and Leonard F. DeBano
