Gerry Closs, Barbara Downes and Andrew Boulton have written a text that meets the requirements of these students. Following an introduction to scientific methodology and its application to the study of ecology, several key concepts in freshwater ecology are reviewed using a wide range of scientific studies into fundamental and applied ecological questions. Key ecological questions that are explored in a freshwater context include the role of animal dispersal and predators on freshwater community structure and the impact of pollutants and introduced species on freshwater ecosystems.
This book represents the only freshwater ecology textbook that is specifically aimed at an introductory level. It will also be a useful primer for students who have not previously taken a specialized freshwater course but who require an accessible overview of the subject.
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"At first blush, this is a refreshingly new book about basicfreshwater ecology. It is clearly written, thoughtfully wellorganized, and covers virtually all the topics I would wantintroduced to a budding freshwater biologist...I enjoyed readingthis book and I think it should be required reading for everycollege senior and every new graduate student in the aquaticarena."
Journal of the North American Benthological Society
"This book is an important contribution to the literature andcan be strongly recommended to anyone starting out on a study offreshwater biology."
African Journal of Aquatic Science
Barbara Downes is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Melbourne with research experience in both freshwater and marine environments. She conducts research on questions in basic ecology as well as examining the effects of human impacts on the environment. Andrew Boulton is an Associate Professor in Aquatic Ecology at the University of New England. His research interests lie in river ecology and management, temporary waters, surface water/groundwater interactions, and tertiary science
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