A case study on the distribution of macrobenthos in Cochin backwaters

ISBN-13: 9786139878482 / Angielski / Miękka / 2018 / 72 str.

Anu Baburaj

Opis

Cochin Backwaters situated at the tip of Northern Vembanad lake is a tropical positive estuarine system in Kerala, India. During South West monsoon it is virtually converted to fresh water basin and the salinity gradient support diverse species of flora and fauna according to their tolerance for saline environment. Benthic fauna is of considerable importance in Marine food chain. Benthic fauna also serve as good indicator species and are widely employed in pollution monitoring. This book investigates and compares the occurrence, abundance and distribution of major groups of macro benthic fauna in Cochin Back waters during the monsoon and post monsoon season.

O autorze

Baburaj, Anu
Dr. Anu Baburaj obtained her Post graduation and PhD in Marine Biology from Cochin University of Science and Technology and the National Centre for Earth Science Studies, India. Her fascination with Marine life led her to the scientific exploration of various aspects of marine ecosystems.