Estuarine And Mangrove Ecology

This course explains the ecology, importance and expanse of estuaries and mangrove areas in the world, particularly in Malaysia. Specifically, the topics that will be discussed in this course cover the characteristics and types of estuaries and mangroves, as well as their adaptation, distribution, biological diversity, food network and nutrient cycle. Apart from that, the economic importance of, threats to, management of and scientific studies at estuaries and mangrove areas will also be discussed.