Ecological Restoration, Functioning and Conservation of Coastal Wetlands
A special issue of Diversity (ISSN 1424-2818). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Diversity".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 505
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Interests: mangrove ecology; high mountain research; vegetation dynamics; plant ecology; plant diversity; vegetation geography
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Dear Colleagues,
Coastal wetlands, including mangroves, saltmarshes, and seagrass beds, are indispensable ecosystems that occupy a narrow yet critical fringe along the shores of all continents. The ecological restoration of these wetlands is crucial for maintaining their functioning and conserving their biodiversity and ecological services. These ecosystems play a pivotal role in flood and erosion protection, carbon sequestration, and water purification, among other vital functions. However, they are fragile and vulnerable to natural disturbances such as storms, tsunamis, or sea level rise, as well as land reclamation, deforestation, eutrophication, and other anthropogenic activities, which have led to significant losses in wetland area over the past few decades. Therefore, besides natural regeneration, ecological restoration efforts are essential for revitalizing these wetlands and ensuring their continued functioning and conservation. By understanding and mitigating these disturbances, we can protect these crucial ecosystems and their invaluable contributions to both natural and human communities.
This Special Issue will provide a platform for sharing the latest research advancements in these areas. We welcome submissions across diverse disciplines related to the ecological restoration, functioning, and conservation of coastal wetlands. Short communications, research papers, and reviews are all welcome.
Dr. Thomas Fickert
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- coastal wetlands
- salt marshes
- mangroves
- seagrass
- habitat diversity
- functioning
- restoration
- regeneration
- wetland biodiversity
- wetland conservation
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