Tidal Inlet Closure Effects on Three Mexican Coastal Lagoons

by G. Torres-Moye, U.A.B.C, Baja California, Mexico,
J. Ledesma-Vazquez, U.A.B.C, Baja California, Mexico,
R. Castro-Valdez, U.A.B.C, Baja California, Mexico,
D. Ortega-del Valle, U.A.B.C, Baja California, Mexico,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: Coastal Management in Mexico: the Baja California Experience

Abstract:

Coastal lagoons frequently evolve toward total isolation behind sediment barriers. We studied the effects of natural tidal inlet closures on three Mexican coastal lagoons with different degrees of isolation. The physical and chemical changes have reduced the populations of shrimp, fish and mussels and are threatening the health of local human communities as stagnant water conditions develop. Conservation of lagoon environments requires human intervention and a holistic approach to the management of their biological productive systems.

Subject Headings: Lagoons | Fish and fishery management | Tides | Inlets (waterway) | Coastal management | Public health and safety | Management methods | Mexico

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