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The Scheldt estuary: a description of a changing ecosystem
Meire, P.; Ysebaert, T.J.; Van Damme, S.; Van den Bergh, E.; Maris, T.; Struyf, E. (2005). The Scheldt estuary: a description of a changing ecosystem. Hydrobiologia 540(1-3): 1-11. https://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10750-005-0896-8
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Meire, P.; Van Damme, S. (Ed.) (2005). Ecological structures and functions in the Scheldt Estuary: from past to future. Hydrobiologia, 540(1-3). Springer: Dordrecht. 1-278 pp., meer
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Trefwoorden
    Ecosystems
    Hydrographic features > Physiographic features > Estuaries
    Management
    Management > Ecosystem management
    Water bodies > Coastal waters > Coastal landforms > Coastal inlets > Estuaries
    België, Zeeschelde [Marine Regions]
    Marien/Kust
Author keywords
    Scheldt estuary; ecosystem management; estuary; ecosystem functions

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Abstract
    Estuaries are naturally highly dynamic and rapidly changing systems, forming a complex mixture of many different habitat types. They are very productive biomes and support many important ecosystem functions: biogeochemical cycling and movement of nutrients, mitigation of floods, maintenance of biodiversity and biological production. Human pressure on estuaries is very high. On the other hand, it is recognized that estuaries have a unique functional and structural biodiversity. Therefore, these ecosystems are particularly important for integrating sound ecological management with sustainable economics. These opportunities are explored for the Scheldt estuary, a well-documented system with an exceptional tidal freshwater area. In this article a description of the Scheldt estuary is presented, illustrating that human influence is intertwined with natural dynamics. Hydrology, geomorphology, trophic status and diversity are discussed, and possible future trends in both natural evolution and management are argued.

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  • Evolutie van het habitat gebied in de Westerschelde in de afgelopen eeuwen, meer
  • Habitat oppervlakte (ha) in het Schelde-estuarium, meer

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