Development of the reed bed in Matsalu wetland, Estonia: responses to neotectonic land uplift, sea level changes and human influences

We studied reed bed development in Matsalu wetland and the Kasari River delta, Estonia, since the late 18th century using historical schemes, topographical maps and aerial photographs. Our aim was to understand the mechanisms controlling reed distribution in Matsalu wetland, the largest coastal wetl...

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Main Authors: Mats Meriste, Kalle Kirsimäe
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Estonian Academy Publishers 2015-05-01
Series:Estonian Journal of Earth Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.kirj.ee/public/Estonian_Journal_of_Earth_Sciences/2015/issue_2/earth-2015-2-159-172.pdf