Ecology of Lake St. Clair Wetlands: A Community Profile

摘要

The publication reviews the ecological data and information on the wetlands of Lake St. Clair. The lake, which is a part of the Great Lakes ecosystem, is situated between southeastern Michigan and southwestern Ontario. These wetlands are among the most productive areas in the Great Lakes ecosystem. The publication summarizes the geologic history of the region leading to the development of wetlands and the present environment; biological production and community organization in the Lake St. Clair wetlands are also examined. The publication closes with a chapter on applied ecology which addresses issues such as wetland disturbance, management, and future prospects for these wetlands.