Coastal Habitat Conservation 1st Edition

Coastal Habitat Conservation (1st Edition) by Free Espinosa delivers a clear, authoritative guide for anyone committed to protecting shorelines and the life they support. From practical shoreline restoration to strategic habitat management, this book captures the science and solutions that coastal practitioners, students, policymakers, and community leaders need now.

Grounded in current research and field-tested approaches, the text explores estuarine management, mangrove and salt-marsh restoration, rocky shore and reef conservation, and green infrastructure that boosts coastal resilience. Readers will find actionable guidance on habitat mapping, monitoring protocols, biodiversity assessment, and climate-adaptive planning—tools that translate across regions from North American and Caribbean bays to Mediterranean and Southeast Asian coasts.

What sets this book apart is its balance of rigorous science and real-world application. Case studies illustrate successful projects, while decision frameworks help prioritize interventions by ecological value, community need, and cost-effectiveness. Clear illustrations, step-by-step restoration techniques, and policy-focused recommendations make complex subjects accessible to both specialists and newcomers.

Whether you’re designing a restoration project, drafting coastal policy, teaching environmental science, or advocating for community resilience, this volume equips you with the methods and vocabulary to make an impact. It emphasizes sustainable, scalable practices that enhance ecosystem services—habitat for wildlife, storm protection, water quality, and livelihoods—so local actions deliver regional benefits.

For a thoughtful, practical resource that speaks to the challenges facing coastal communities and ecosystems today, choose Coastal Habitat Conservation (1st Edition). Order your copy and begin applying proven conservation strategies to protect the future of our coasts.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.