The New Rivers and Wildlife Handbook - Softcover

 
9780903138703: The New Rivers and Wildlife Handbook

Synopsis

RSPB, the National Rivers Authority, and the RSNC In the ten years since the publication of the first edition of this Handbook, there has been a revolution in the philosophy, understanding and techniques of river management. This fully revised edition is a practical guide to the techniques of river management that integrate the requirements of flood defence, wildlife, and other river interests. Chapters cover: River Processes and Biology; Survey Methods; and Management Practices to Benefit Wildlife; Case Studies; and Appendices of Health & Safety, Legislation, and Nomenclature. An invaluable manual for anyone involved in water management.

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Synopsis

In the ten years since the publication of the first edition of this Handbook, there has been a revolution in the philosophy, understanding and techniques of river management. This fully revised edition is a practical guide to the techniques of river management that integrate the requirements of flood defence, wildlife, and other river interests. Chapters cover: river processes and biology; survey methods; management practices to benefit wildlife; case studies; and, appendices of health and safety, legislation, and nomenclature. This is an invaluable manual for anyone involved in water management.

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