Water is our most vital resource, yet few understand even the basics of
watershed ecology. This new edition has been updated to reflect growing
environmental challenges, such as climate change, the insidious spread
of invasive species and the loss of biodiversity.
Watersheds: A Practical Handbook for Healthy Water is an engaging and
informative introduction to ecology and environmental issues that
focuses on water-related issues. Well suited for youth or general
readers of any age, Watersheds combines a profusion of beautiful
illustrations with accessible text, making it attractive as well as
informative. The book explains ecological principles and environmental
challenges, introduces North America's major biological regions,
outlines the complexities of water and nutrient cycles, and explains the
ecology of wetlands and waterways. Watersheds also explains some of
the major environmental issues facing North America, including air
pollution, water pollution, invasive exotic species, and habitat loss
and destruction.
Watersheds provides detailed information on:
- water and nutrient cycles
- bioregions and aquatic habitats
- exotic species invasions
- water and air pollution
- ecological restoration
- habitat loss.
While Watersheds identifies and explains multiple ecological
challenges, the book is engaging, empowering, and positive, providing
practical How Can I Help? sections aimed at inspiring participation in
efforts to restore watersheds and protect the environment. As the book
explains, what's good for one's local watershed is also good for the
planet - so we can all help protect and restore our natural environment.
