Wetlands Conservation and Restoration for Ecosystem Services and Halt Biodiversity Loss: An Indian Perspective

Kumari, Rima; Shukla, Sushil Kumar; Parmar, Kavita; Bordoloi, Nirmali; Kumar, Amit; Saikia, Purabi

doi:10.1007/978-981-13-7665-8_6

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“…Wetlands are the most productive ecosystems on the Earth that provide various ecological services such as groundwater recharge, flood control, sustenance of biodiversity, water purification, etc. (Kumar et al, 2017;Kumari et al, 2020). Wetlands play an essential role in maintaining water quality and act as kidneys of the natural world (Mandal et al, 2020).…”

Section: Wetlandsmentioning

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Forest Ecosystem Services and Their Valuation in Mizoram, the Eastern Extension of the Himalaya

Prasad Sati

2023

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This paper examines forest ecosystem services and their valuation in Mizoram, the eastern extension of the Himalaya. This study was conducted by applying two approaches – qualitative and quantitative. The data were mainly gathered from secondary sources – the State of Environment Report of Mizoram, Aizawl, and the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, Aizawl, Mizoram. Data on wetlands within the forest areas were also gathered from the Forest Survey of India 2019. Field observation was conducted to verify the data on the ground. The author visited several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries and observed the rich forest ecosystem services. Mizoram obtains a rich floral diversity ranging from tropical wet forests to sub-temperate wet and dry forests and montane evergreen forests. About 86% of the total geographical area is covered by forest. Of which, 50% forest area is covered by bamboo forests. Here, bamboo has 27 species. The valuation of forest ecosystem services – tangible and intangible was carried out and benefits from different forest products were calculated. The study reveals that Mizoram has a very high value in ecosystem services. The annual valuation of tangible ecosystem services was noted from fuelwood, followed by timber, small wood, and poles. In terms of annual valuation of intangible ecosystem services, the highest was from pollination, followed by food and livelihood security, and prevention of soil erosion, and landslides. However, the use of ecosystem services is just negligible. Most of the services are unused. Even, tourism, mainly natural and eco-tourism has high potential but it is not developed yet. If the ecosystem services are used sustainably, the rural poor can enhance their livelihood, and the state government can earn sufficient revenue.

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Section: Wetlandsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Forest Ecosystem Services and Their Valuation in Mizoram, the Eastern Extension of the Himalaya

Prasad Sati

2023

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“…Wetland ecosystems are a vital component of terrestrial ecosystems, playing a crucial role in regulating runoff, mitigating floods, and improving water quality. They are of paramount importance for maintaining ecosystem stability and preserving biodiversity [4][5][6]. Since 1900, influenced by hydro-meteorological natural factors and human activities, wetland areas have decreased by 50% globally; as a result, monitoring wetland dynamics and exploring the causes of wetland dynamic changes have become essential aspects of wetland research [7,8].…”

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Remotely Sensed Changes in Qinghai–Tibet Plateau Wetland Ecosystems and Their Response to Drought

Fu,

Yu,

Bashir

et al. 2024

Sustainability

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Wetland ecosystems in the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau are pivotal for global ecology and regional sustainability. This study investigates the dynamic changes in wetland ecosystems within the Chaidamu Basin and their response to drought, aiming to foster sustainable wetland utilization in the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau. Using Landsat TM/ETM/OLI data on the Google Earth Engine platform, we employed a random forest (RF) method for annual long-term land cover classification. Standardized precipitation evapotranspiration indices (SPEI3, SPEI6, SPEI9, and SPEI12) on different time scales were used to assess meteorological drought conditions. We employed a Pearson correlation analysis to examine the relationship between wetland changes and various SPEI scales. The BFASAT method was used to evaluate the impact of SPEI12 trends on the wetlands, while a cross-wavelet analysis explored teleconnections between SPEI12 and atmospheric circulation factors. Our conclusion is as follows: The wetlands, including lake, glacier, and marsh wetlands, exhibited a noticeable increasing trend. Wetland expansion occurred during specific periods (1990–1997, 1998–2007, and 2008–2020), featuring extensive conversions between wetlands and other types, notably the conversion from other types to wetlands. Spatially, lake and marsh wetlands predominated in the low-latitude basin, while glacier wetlands were situated at higher altitudes. There were significant negative correlations between the SPEI at various scales and the total wetland area and types. SPEI12 displayed a decreasing trend with non-stationarity and distinct breakpoints in 1996, 2002, and 2011, indicating heightened drought severity. Atmospheric circulation indices (ENSO, NAO, PDO, AO, and WP) exhibited varying degrees of resonance with SPEI12, with NAO, PDO, AO, and WP demonstrating longer resonance times and pronounced responses. These findings underscore the significance of comprehending wetland changes and drought dynamics for effective ecological management in the Chaidamu Basin of the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau.

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“…Wetlands, which are recognized as distinctive ecosystems, link terrestrial ecosystems with aquatic ecosystems (Cong et al 2019;Salimi et al 2021). They are also recognized as the "natural gene bank" (Bian et al 2020;Zhou et al 2009), and hold immense importance for hydrological regulation, climate moderation, biodiversity conservation, and water purification (Kumari et al 2020;Liu et al 2018a;Meng et al 2017). Simultaneously, wetlands, recognized as one of the most delicate ecosystems on Earth, face an estimation that over half globally have experienced degradation or disappearance, owing to a synergy of anthropogenic disturbances and ecological surroundings variability.. (Davidson 2014;Desta et al 2012;Kirwan and Megonigal 2013).…”

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Dynamic change characteristics of wetlands in Hefei and their driving factors along the urban–rural gradient

Zhang,

Li,

Zhang

et al. 2024

Preprint

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Context Wetlands persistently diminish due to their own vulnerability, along with the combined impact of changes in the ecological surroundings and interference from anthropogenic interventions. Comprehending the driving mechanisms of wetland changes is crucial for wetland conservation. Objectives This research seeks to analyze the dynamic change characteristics of wetlands in Hefei. The objective is to establish a framework for urban-rural gradient analysis, exploring the impact of ecological surroundings and anthropogenic interventions factors, as well as their interactions, on wetland dynamics across different urban-rural gradient regions. Methods In this research, an urban-rural gradient was defined utilizing a clustering indicator derived from the composition and configuration of land use. The optimal parameters-based geographical detector (OPGD) performed a quantitative statistical analysis of the driving forces behind wetland changes under different urban–rural gradients. Results The results indicate that: (1) From 1990 to 2020, wetland area exhibited an ongoing diminishing tendency. (2) The urban–rural gradient can be classified into four categories: urban, agricultural village, semi-ecological village, and ecological village. (3) The driving factors of wetland changes vary across different types of urban–rural gradient regions. The most significant factors influencing wetland changes in each type of gradient region during different periods are the cropland proportion, impervious surface, OC, silt, and GDP. (4) Interactions among driving factors generally exhibit stronger explanatory power. Conclusions The research results reveal the driving mechanisms that underlie wetland dynamics in different urban–rural gradient regions. This information supports the development of more targeted wetland restoration and protection plans, contributing to improved synergy between urban and rural development and ecological conservation efforts.

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Wetlands Conservation and Restoration for Ecosystem Services and Halt Biodiversity Loss: An Indian Perspective

Cited by 13 publications

References 7 publications

Forest Ecosystem Services and Their Valuation in Mizoram, the Eastern Extension of the Himalaya

Forest Ecosystem Services and Their Valuation in Mizoram, the Eastern Extension of the Himalaya

Remotely Sensed Changes in Qinghai–Tibet Plateau Wetland Ecosystems and Their Response to Drought

Dynamic change characteristics of wetlands in Hefei and their driving factors along the urban–rural gradient

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