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The Ecological and Environmental Characteristics and Conservation of the Wetlands in the Changjiang Estuary, China

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  • X.Z. Yuan

    (Chongqing University, Chongqing)

  • H. Liu

    (Chongqing University, Chongqing)

  • J.J. Lu

    (Chongqing University, Chongqing)

Abstract

The natural wetlands in the Changjiang Estuary, China are important ecologically. The total area of the wetlands in the Changjiang Estuary amounts to 215000 ha. The wetlands consist of littoral and sandy estuarine island areas, and are rich in biological resources. There are 136 species of vascular plant, 150 species of bird, and 68 species of benthic macro-invertebrate in the wetlands. However, the wetland in the Changjiang Estuary is a vulnerable ecosystem. Development of the wetland is mainly influenced by intensive human reclamation, pollution, movement of sediments in the Changjiang River, and the effects of tides and waves. Investigations have shown that maintaining biodiversity, providing resources for the living organisms, purifying environments and resisting natural hazards could be regarded as important functions for the protection of the wetlands. It is proposed that sustainable principles should be supported in developing the wetlands in the future.

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  • X.Z. Yuan & H. Liu & J.J. Lu, 2002. "The Ecological and Environmental Characteristics and Conservation of the Wetlands in the Changjiang Estuary, China," Environment Systems and Decisions, Springer, vol. 22(4), pages 311-318, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:envsyd:v:22:y:2002:i:4:d:10.1023_a:1020758712639
    DOI: 10.1023/A:1020758712639
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