Lakes and Reservoirs of Africa: South of Sahara

作者: O.V. Msiska

DOI: 10.1016/B978-012370626-3.00036-3

关键词: Conservation statusFreshwater ecosystemEcologyBiomeEcosystemBiodiversityEnvironmental scienceDemiseEffects of global warmingAquatic ecosystem

摘要: This desk review was conducted to provide a synthesis of up date information on inland waters sub-Saharan Africa. Given the fact that these water bodies are subjected multiple uses, emphasis placed ecological functional aspects, outlining dominant biotas constitute major food webs. Features representative lakes/reservoirs were underscored with respect their formation, physical and chemical parameters, biodiversity conservation status. From violent volcanic activities occurring in Lake Kivu more subtle overturns other lakes, systems dynamic offer many opportunities for scientific studies. The unique Cichlid species Great Lakes living laboratories study evolution while demise Victoria is generally believed be greatest vertebrate loss modern times; this disaster has fueled debate alien introductions aquatic ecosystems. Thus, development as well challenges regarding management. threat looming global freshwater crisis should draw attention African waters. There dearth effects climate change biomes, quantitative models interactions might lead permanent changes

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