Fundamentals of Aquatic Ecology

by Richard Stephen Kent Barnes (Editor), Kenneth H. Mann

"Fundamentals of Aquatic Ecology" is a completely updated and revised edition of the earlier "work," "Fundamentals of Aquatic Ecosystems." The new edition has been re-titled to reflect the fact that the authors found that, from the modification exercise, a completely different and new book emerged. The new edition concentrates heavily of the fundamental features common to all aquatic systems, both marine and freshwater. This unique synthesis allows for the discussion of ecological processes comparatively, across environments. A general introduction is followed by discussion of various 'types' of aquatic ecosystems - open waters, coastal zones, benthos, and the aquatic ecosystem as a whole. This is followed by an important new chapter on aquatic ecosystems and global ecology. Later chapters consider the individuals and communities in aquatic ecosystems.
A totally re-written and rejuvenated edition of an established student text.
Synthesizes both marine and freshwater ecology.
Covers both ecosystem ecology and population biology.
In depth consideration of man's impact on the aquatic environment.

280 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1991

Reviews

[Erin Gerhart · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is quite outdated, but if you’re interested in seeing how much science has progressed it’s not a bad read. It does cover some of the biological/ chemical/ ecological bases as well as food webs and anthropogenic impacts on water ecosystems. Overall, being outdated and a general overview it was a 3/5 book.