Wetlands of Tropical and Subtropical South and Central America: Biodiversity, Livelihoods and Conservation...

— —

Thammineni Pullaiah (Sri Krishnadevaraya University, India)

Wetlands of Tropical and Subtropical South and Central America

Biodiversity, Livelihoods and Conservation

Thammineni Pullaiah (Sri Krishnadevaraya University, India)

$332.95

Hardback

Forthcoming
Pre-Order now

QTY:

English

John Wiley & Sons Inc
05 February 2026

Limnology (freshwater); Wetlands, swamps, fens; Conservation of the environment

Series: Wetlands: Biodiversity, Livelihoods and Conservation

Comprehensive wetland analysis for conservationists, professionals, and researchers

Wetlands of Tropical and Subtropical South and Central America: Biodiversity, Livelihoods and Conservation explores the challenges confronted by those managing wetland ecosystems. It offers expert analyses of specific wetland environments across South and Central America, examining how these ecosystems can be protected while sustaining the livelihoods of communities that depend upon them.

This book takes a unique comparative approach by analysing similar wetlands from different regions and continents, allowing best practices in conservation and management to emerge that are globally relevant. Each chapter is authored by recognized regional experts and covers issues like biological resources, ecosystem services including carbon sequestration and water filtration, and implemented conservation measures. Aligned with UN sustainable development goals by considering both ecological and economic value, the collection also offers:

Regional expert analysis of biodiversity hotspots across tropical and subtropical South and Central America, from Bolivian lowlands to the Pantanal Comprehensive examination of ecosystem services including carbon sequestration, water filtration, nutrient retention, and flood mitigation Conservation strategies and management practices applicable across global wetland systems Case studies spanning marine and coastal wetlands, Amazonian freshwater systems, and extra-Andean subtropical wetlands Discussions of threats to wetlands as well as in-depth comparisons of wetlands in different regions and continents

Wetlands of Tropical and Subtropical South and Central America is essential for ecologists, conservation scientists, hydrologists, and environmental and water resource managers seeking evidence-based approaches to wetland conservation. Public servants and professionals in fisheries, agriculture, and rural development will find practical guidance for balancing biodiversity protection with sustainable resource use.

Edited by: Thammineni Pullaiah (Sri Krishnadevaraya University India)
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
ISBN: 9781394307135
ISBN 10: 1394307136
Series: Wetlands: Biodiversity, Livelihoods and Conservation
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 05 February 2026
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Thammineni Pullaiah (retired) was a Professor of Botany in the Department of Botany at Sri Krishnadevaraya University, India. He served as President of the Indian Botanical Society and President of the Indian Association for Angiosperm Taxonomy and was a member of the Species Survival Commission of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).