This book highlights the past and present information on the physico-chemical properties, geographical features, ecology, biodiversity profiles besides huge potential of capture and culture fisheries of lake Kolleru authored by various experts. It also depicts a holistic approach in the assessment of the impacts of anthropogenic activities on this fragile wetland. Most of the papers emphasize the immediate need for the conservation of the lake. Although trends are recognized, there is a need for an effective strategy that could minimize the threats and some papers throw light on the strategies for the sustainable management of this ecologically important interface. Keeping in view the unique and significant role of lake Kolleru in protecting ecological balance, the information presented in different papers in the book will be very useful in providing a holistic concept for ecologists, biologists, research students, planners, statutory and regulatory authorities.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR M.K. Durga Prasad
Dr. M.K. Durga Prasad is working as Reader, in the Department of Zoology, Nagarjuna University. Recently he is appointed as Director, School of Correspondence Courses, Nagarjuna University. Dr. Prasad took his Ph. D., from Nagarjuna University in 1982. His subjects of specializations are Water Quality, Aquatic Ecology with special reference to Plankton and Aquaculture. Dr. Prasad published several books in Telugu and English languages. He won a National award for his book entitled 'World of Snakes'. He published 30 research articles and participated in many National and international conferences.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Y. Anjaneyulu
Y. Anjaneyulu, M.Tech (Environmental Management), M.Sc. (Environmental Technology) and M.Sc. (Industrial Chemistry). He has 30 years of teaching experience and presently working as Director, Institute of Science and Technology, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyd. He is involved in designing and conducting postgraduate courses. He has already authored books on environmental science and technology, besides presenting 70 research papers in journals.
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