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The Hawaiian stream environment is like nothing in mainland America. The inhabited islands are all of recent volcanic origin, with small land area, dominated by steep slopes of porous, igneous rock, and lacking extensive coastal plains. Climate is dominated by prevailing oceanic trade winds that shed rainfall mostly between elevations of a few hundred and about 2500 meters on the windward sides of the high islands. This results in great local variability in climate and stream locations, with a strong concentration of streams on windward slopes. Streams tend to have steep gradients, rocky channels, heavy vegetative canopy cover, and great temporal variability in discharge. A natural result is frequent and considerable flooding of the narrow plains in the lower reaches. These plains are the locations of extremely rapid recent residential and commercial development brought about by the State's explosive growth in population and tourism. Extensive stream channelization has resulted over a very short period of time (most has been performed within the last 2 decades).
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the impact of stream channelization, a common practice involving the modification of riverbeds to control flooding. The author, an expert in the field, conducted extensive research in Hawaii to examine the effects of channelization on native stream species. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the ecological consequences of stream channelization, particularly on native fish and decapod crustaceans. The book discusses how channelization alters water parameters such as temperature, pH, and oxygen levels, creating an inhospitable environment for these species. The author also examines the broader implications of channelization, including its impact on biodiversity, ecosystem function, and the cultural significance of streams. This book offers valuable insights for professionals involved in stream management and conservation. It provides practical recommendations for mitigating the negative impacts of channelization and highlights the importance of preserving natural stream habitats for the survival of native species. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780260980335_0
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