Stream Channel Modification in Hawaii: Part D, Summary Report (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James D. Parrish

 
9780331346718: Stream Channel Modification in Hawaii: Part D, Summary Report (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover how Hawaii’s streams have changed and what it means for native wildlife and future planning.

This summary presents a three-year, statewide study of channelization in Hawaiian streams. It inventories 366 perennial streams, details how modifications alter environment, and shows the impact on native fauna and water quality.

The report highlights where modifications are most common, how they shift key environmental parameters, and what mitigation steps can support healthier stream habitats. While focused on Hawaii, it also notes how findings may guide planning in tropical island settings.
  • A nationwide inventory reveals how many streams are altered and to what extent.
  • Environmental changes from channelization include altered pH, dissolved oxygen, and temperature ranges.
  • Native species are less tolerant of changes, with many native fishes and crustaceans scarce in modified areas.
  • Guidelines for reducing harm include limiting modifications, preserving natural channel length, replanting vegetation, and using natural-bottom sections where possible.
Ideal for readers of environmental planning, fisheries biology, and conservation policy who want a clear picture of channel modification impacts and practical mitigation.

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ISBN 10:  0260980331 ISBN 13:  9780260980335
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017
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