Vanishing Waters

The definitive textbook on South African freshwater ecosystems. Covers the ecology of rivers, wetlands, and estuaries across southern Africa, including hydrology, water chemistry, biological communities, and conservation challenges. Written by two pioneers of South African freshwater science, this book remains the essential reference for understanding the ecology and management of freshwater systems in the region. Citation: Davies, B.R. and Day, J.A. (1998) Vanishing Waters. UCT Press, Cape Town.