Coastal Lagoons: Lost Pearls of Türki̇ye in the Mediterranean Collar
Özet
In Coastal Lagoons: Lost Pearls of Türkiye in the Mediterranean Collar, Mustafa Tolga Tolon presents a compelling study on the ecological, socio-economic, and cultural significance of Türkiye's coastal lagoons. Ranking third in the Mediterranean region with 72 lagoons covering 37,000 hectares, Türkiye possesses vital wetland ecosystems that serve as crucial biodiversity reservoirs, nursery grounds, and traditional fishing hubs. The text highlights how these nutrient-rich habitats support premium seafood production—such as grey mullets, seabass, and seabream—while sustaining the livelihoods of local coastal communities. However, these natural treasures face severe degradation caused by physical pollution, climate variation, silting, uncontrolled development, and administrative inefficiencies, leading to a dramatic reduction in active fishing lagoons from 46 in the 1990s to just 16 in the 2000s. Emphasizing that over 56% of lagoon areas urgently require environmental intervention, Tolon argues for an integrated, professional management system combined with continuous hydraulic monitoring and sustainable aquaculture practices. This insightful work serves as an essential call to action for environmentalists, policymakers, and researchers, underscoring that preserving these irreplaceable Mediterranean wetlands is paramount for protecting marine biodiversity and safeguarding the cultural and economic future of coastal heritage.
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