Wetland Biodiversity and Habitat Conservation
A special issue of Land (ISSN 2073-445X). This special issue belongs to the section "Landscape Ecology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 January 2026 | Viewed by 1534
Special Issue Editors
Interests: wetland ecology
Interests: avian ecology; landscape ecology; animal movement
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Wetlands are among the most productive ecosystems on the planet, providing critical services such as biodiversity support, water filtration, carbon sequestration, and flood regulation. However, they are also among the most threatened, with habitat loss, climate change, pollution, and land use conversion significantly impacting wetland health and biodiversity worldwide.
This Special Issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research and topical reviews on wetland biodiversity and habitat conservation. We seek contributions that explore the interactions between wetland ecosystems, species diversity, and land use challenges, and which address key ecological-, social-, and policy-related challenges in wetland management. Submissions that utilize novel methodologies, technological advancements, or interdisciplinary approaches to understand and manage wetland ecosystems are especially welcome.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Wetland restoration techniques and monitoring methodologies;
- Biodiversity assessments and habitat modeling;
- Remote sensing and GIS applications for monitoring and conserving wetland biodiversity;
- Climate change impacts on wetland habitats and species diversity;
- Hydrological and geomorphological processes influencing wetland ecosystems;
- Ecosystem services provided by wetlands and their valuation;
- Management strategies for invasive species control in wetlands.
Contributions from diverse geographic regions and ecosystems (e.g., coastal, inland, freshwater, and tidal wetlands) are encouraged to ensure a comprehensive understanding of global wetland conservation challenges and solutions.
Dr. Rachel R. Fern
Dr. Jordan C. Giese
Kelsi Schwind
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- wetlands
- biodiversity
- habitat conservation
- land use change
- remote sensing
- landscape modeling
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