A geomorphological approach to the ecological management of rivers in the Kruger National Park : the case of the Sabie River

Auteur(s) et Affiliation(s)



Description :
The management of river systems in conservation areas in South Africa is problematic. A framework is developed for predicting changes in river state under different (natural and controlled) flow regimes. The approach involves river classification at ecologically relevant scales, conceptual modelling, process monitoring and mathematical modelling. The ecological relevance of the approach is demonstrated and the results form an appropriate base from which conservationists can negotiate with other water users.


Type de document :
Article de périodique

Source :
Transactions - Institute of British Geographers (1965), issn : 0020-2754, 1997, vol. 22, n°. 1, p. 31-48, Collation : Illustration, Références bibliographiques : 33 ref.

Date :
1997

Editeur :
Pays édition : Royaume-Uni, London, Institute of British Geographers