Floodplains: As Vital as the River Itself - World Rivers
Floodplains, once overlooked, are vital extensions of rivers—hydrologically linked, ecologically rich, yet often severed or lost to development.| World Rivers
Floodplains, once overlooked, are vital extensions of rivers—hydrologically linked, ecologically rich, yet often severed or lost to development.| World Rivers
Discover the mesmerizing beauty and science of braided streams—where water splits, twists, and reunites in a constantly shifting natural tapestry.| World Rivers
River erosion sculpts Earth's surface, carving valleys, carrying sediment, and meandering across plains as water's energy reshapes the land over time.| World Rivers
Floodplain flood forests (Freshwater swamp forests) are seasonally inundated by rivers. They are adapted to the long-standing water and host a variety of organisms.| World Rivers
Meandering is common in the rivers in the lower reaches of the rivers, where the river changes its course through time.| World Rivers
Sediment settles as river energy fades—forming bars, banks, and floodplains. This quiet process plays a vital role in shaping ecosystems and terrain.| World Rivers
The Drava River is one of the last remaining lowland rivers in Europe. In Croatia and Hungary, it is largely free from dams and excessive regulations and harbours great biological and landscape diversity.| World Rivers
