“Wetlands of India” highlights the critical, often overlooked, role of these ecosystems in India's ecological and economic well-being.
The book explores their astonishing biodiversity, from endangered flora and fauna to their function as vital habitats.
It also investigates their crucial role in flood and drought mitigation, acting as natural sponges.
The book emphasizes that these wetlands are essential stopover points for migratory birds, showcasing the far-reaching consequences of their degradation.
The book unfolds by defining wetlands and exploring their ecological characteristics.
Case studies of major Indian wetlands, like the Sundarbans and Chilika Lake, illustrate unique biodiversity and ecological functions.
Threats such as pollution and climate change are analyzed, followed by an exploration of conservation strategies.
Ultimately, the book argues that sustainable environmental and economic futures depend on effective wetland conservation.
