Rivers of South Americaexamines the physical, chemical, and biological environment of South American Rivers, and the people living in their basins. The book explores the main river basins, with information on each river's history, physiography, clime, hydrology, biodiversity, ecological processes, environmental problems, management, and conservation. The book identifies conservation hotspots for riverine environments, and is enriched with a large number of maps, photos, graphs, and tables. This reference is important for aquatic ecologists, environmental authorities, local and national governments, academics, NGOs, and those interested in the preservation and management of flowing waters. Presents boxed information in each chapter to provide clear and consistent highlights throughoutProvides a single source of information for South America's major riversOffers full-color photographs and topographical maps to demonstrate the beauty, major features, and uniqueness of each river system | Rivers of South America by Marcos Callisto, Paperback | Indigo Chapters