World Heritage Site: Salonga National Park
Publication Year: 2024
Publication Type: Book
Publication Identifier: WHE5A0AFB4BDE
Summary
Salonga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Democratic Republic of Congo, serves as a critical nexus for biodiversity and human communities. This book offers a comprehensive perspective on how the park's forests, waters, and species interact to sustain its ecological richness. Unlike traditional research reviews, it adopts a holistic approach, integrating wildlife, forest dynamics, aquatic ecosystems, and contemporary human history within the broader regional context. The work highlights the intricate relationships between these elements, providing insights into the park's significance as both an ecological stronghold and a cultural landscape. By synthesizing diverse data sources, it underscores Salonga's role in preserving global biodiversity while addressing its complex socio-ecological dynamics.
Citation
Inogwabini, B.-I. (2025). The Congo’s Salonga Park. https://doi.org/10.1163/9789004703414
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