The New Rivers and Wildlife Handbook (Rspb)

Nigel Holmes,D Ward,P Jose

ISBN 10: 0903138700 / ISBN 13: 9780903138703

Published by The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds 01/01/2001, 2001

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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.

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.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The New Rivers and Wildlife Handbook (Rspb)
Publisher: The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds 01/01/2001
Publication Date: 2001
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good