The Flooding River - A Study In Riverine Ecology

Year Published: 1972

Creator: HAMPSHIRE COMMUMICATIONS CORP

Format: 16mm

Sound: sound

Description: Relates the cycle of the Connecticut River to show flooding to life processes in the riverine environment. Describes a flood, as it brings vital nutrients to the floodplain and estuary and maintains the diversity of foodchains. Tells how animals such as shad,ducks, amphibians and other vertebrates depend upon flooding. Explains how meandering creates Oxbow Lakes and other ecological succession, and shows howflooding recharges water supplies.