Gulf of Mexico Origin, Waters, and Biota

A comprehensive study of ecosystem-based management, analyzing key coastal ecosystems in eleven Gulf Coast states from Florida to Quintana Roo, this book presents case studies in which this integrated approach was tested in both the US and in Mexico.
JOHN W. DAY is distinguished professor emeritus in the Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences at Louisiana State University.
ALEJANDRO YÁÑEZ-ARANCIBIA, a senior scientist and professor, is head of the Coastal Ecosystems Unit, Network of Environment and Sustainability at the Institute of Ecology A. C. in Xalapa, Veracruz.