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Water management and wise use of wetlands: enhancing productivity
Type: Book Chapter
Lakes and reservoirs are affected by human interventions mainly by eutrophication. Changes in morphology are less common, although siltation and local alterations to the riparian zone can result from urbanisation,marina ...
Integration of freshwater prawn culture with rice farming in Kuttanad, India
Type: Journal Article
The integration of paddy cultivation with prawn/fish culture can become a viable alternative to effectively utilize the vast area of derelict polders (embanked coastal flood plains) in Kuttanad, India. Nearly 55 000 ha of ...
Wetlands management in Vietnam's Mekong Delta: an overview of the pressures and responses
Type: Report
This paper introduces the characteristics of the Delta and outlines the pressures that are impinging on the sustainability of the Delta's wetlands. Although these pressures are non-linear and interacting, three are considered ...
Causes of fish depletion: a factor analysis approach
Type: Journal Article
A study was conducted in 54 wetlands of 13 districts of Assam, India to evaluate the causes of fish depletion. Twenty-two variables were considered for the study. Seven factors were extracted through factor analysis ...