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Water and the Rainforest in Malaysian Borneo
Hydrological Research at the Danum Valley Field Studies Center
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Focusing on hydrology, this volume delves into three decades of research in the Danum Valley Conservation Area, a unique lowland rainforest in Malaysia. Ian Douglas examines the interplay of water within the ecosystem, addressing soil erosion, sedimentation, and the impact of extreme weather events. He analyzes how logging activities alter sediment dynamics and drainage pathways, while also proposing methods to mitigate damage to soils and streams. The book highlights the broader ecological consequences of logging on local flora and fauna, providing a comprehensive understanding of rainforest hydrology.
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- Title
- Water and the Rainforest in Malaysian Borneo
- Subtitle
- Hydrological Research at the Danum Valley Field Studies Center
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ian Douglas
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 420
- ISBN13
- 9783030915421
- Category
- Cultivation, Ecology
- Description
- Focusing on hydrology, this volume delves into three decades of research in the Danum Valley Conservation Area, a unique lowland rainforest in Malaysia. Ian Douglas examines the interplay of water within the ecosystem, addressing soil erosion, sedimentation, and the impact of extreme weather events. He analyzes how logging activities alter sediment dynamics and drainage pathways, while also proposing methods to mitigate damage to soils and streams. The book highlights the broader ecological consequences of logging on local flora and fauna, providing a comprehensive understanding of rainforest hydrology.