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Driftwood

Yves Earhart

Maison d'édition: Publifye

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'Driftwood' presents a fascinating exploration of how wooden debris traveling through Earth's waterways plays a crucial role in shaping our environment and supporting diverse ecosystems. This comprehensive work challenges the common perception of driftwood as mere beach debris, revealing its vital importance in connecting terrestrial and marine environments through complex ecological processes.The book's journey begins in upstream forests, where fallen trees start their transformation into water-borne travelers, and follows their path through river systems and oceans. Through detailed scientific research and field studies, readers discover how driftwood creates essential habitats for numerous species and contributes to nutrient cycles in both aquatic and terrestrial environments.Particularly intriguing is the revelation of driftwood's role in coastal protection against rising sea levels and its function as an indicator of ecosystem health. Moving seamlessly between scientific disciplines, including hydrology, marine biology, and forest ecology, the book maintains an accessible approach while examining complex environmental interactions.The text progresses from physical processes to ecological significance, and finally explores human dimensions, including historical uses and modern applications in coastal management. This interdisciplinary perspective, supported by case studies from the Pacific Northwest to the Arctic Circle, provides valuable insights for both professionals and environmental enthusiasts while highlighting crucial conservation challenges in the face of climate change.
Disponible depuis: 06/01/2025.
Longueur d'impression: 109 pages.

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