World Atlas of Mangroves

World Atlas of Mangroves provides the first truly global assessment of the state of the world's mangroves. Written by the leading expert on mangroves with support from the top international researchers and conservation organizations, this full colour atlas contains 60 full-page maps, hundreds of photographs and illustration and a comprehensive country-by-country assessment of mangroves.

Included are the first detailed estimates of changes in mangrove forest cover worldwide and at regional and national levels, an assessment of these changes and a country-by-country examination of biodiversity protection. World Atlas of Mangroves also presents a wealth of global statistics on biodiversity, habitat area, loss and economic value which provide a unique record of mangroves against which future threats and changes can be evaluated. Case-studies, written by regional experts provide insights into regional mangrove issues, including primary and potential productivity, biodiversity, and information on present and traditional uses and values and sustainable management.

World Atlas of Mangroves offers the only comprehensive assessment of the state of the world's mangroves, covering 124 countries. Full-colour throughout, 60 maps, hundreds of photos and illustrations and case studies document the ecological and economic importance of mangroves, threats and traditional and sustainable management methods. It is written by the world's leading mangrove expert with the backing of dozens of international organizations including the ISME, FAO, IUCN, The Nature Conservancy and others.

Foreword
Preface
Introduction

1. Mangrove Ecosystems
2. Mangroves and Man
3. Mapping Mangroves Regional Chapters Western Indian Ocean
4. Eastern and Southern Africa
5. The Middle East
6. South Asia Eastern Asia and Australia/New Zealand
7. Southeast Asia
8. East Asia
9. Australia and New Zealand Pacific Ocean
10. Pacific Islands Americas
11. North and Central America and the Caribbean
12. South America West and Central Africa
13. West and Central Africa

Annex 1: Species Ranges
Annex 2: References for National Statistics

Index