Aquatic Biodiversity and Habitat Restoration
A special issue of Diversity (ISSN 1424-2818). This special issue belongs to the section "Biodiversity Conservation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 515
Special Issue Editors
Interests: aquatic biodiversity; ecological restoration; food web; estuarine fishery resources
Interests: community ecology; aquatic biodiversity; ecological restoration
Interests: aquatic biodiversity; eDNA; wetland restoration; oyster reef restoration
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Interests: aquaculture; fish biology; aquatic organism pathology; ecotoxicology; conservation of biodiversity in aquatic environments; antibiotic resistance; trace elements; emerging contaminants; microplastics; invasive alien species
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Aquatic ecosystems are fundamental to life on Earth, providing essential services such as water purification, carbon sequestration, and food resources. However, these ecosystems are under severe threat globally due to various human activities, including pollution, habitat destruction, and overexploitation. The resulting decline in aquatic biodiversity not only undermines the ecological integrity of these systems, but also has far-reaching implications for human well-being. The degradation of aquatic habitats (e.g., coral reefs, saltmarshes, mangroves, and riverine networks) has not only threatened species survival, but also compromised fisheries’ productivity, impacting the livelihoods of the millions that are dependent on aquatic resources.
This Special Issue focuses on Aquatic Biodiversity and Habitat Restoration. It aims to bring together the latest research on understanding the current status of aquatic biodiversity, identifying the major drivers of its decline and developing innovative strategies for habitat restoration. Papers may cover a wide range of aquatic ecosystems, from freshwater rivers and lakes to marine coastal areas. We encourage submissions that combine field studies, experimental research, and theoretical modeling to provide comprehensive insights.
Dr. Sikai Wang
Dr. Bingsong Jin
Dr. Yanming Sui
Dr. Paolo Pastorino
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- aquatic biodiversity
- habitat restoration
- fishery sustainability
- wetland ecosystems
- conservation strategies
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