Fynbos – Ecology and Management

Fynbos – Ecology and Management explores one of the most spectacularly
diverse places on Earth. The fynbos region represents arguably the world’s
hottest biodiversity hotspot, with extraordinary diversity extending from
insects to freshwater and marine species across the Cape’s unique ecosystems.

This confusingly heterogeneous landscape encompasses diverse fine-scale
habitats from lowland wetlands to mountain seeps, with unique soil, nutrient,
aspect and rainfall conditions that combine to sustain remarkable biodiversity.
As fire-adapted vegetation, fynbos requires regular burning for rejuvenation.
Without fire, the system would thicken, allow tree invasion and exclude
precious fire-liberated nutrients essential for ecosystem health.

More than 250 photographs illustrate this complex ecosystem, whilst expert
contributors from the Fynbos Forum community share current scientific
knowledge and best-practice management approaches. This practical,
accessible guide serves visitors, residents, managers and landowners in the
Fynbos Biome, helping them appreciate and sustainably manage this globally
significant natural treasure.

Available in both English and Afrikaans (Fynbos – Ekologie en Bestuur), this
essential reference transforms complex ecological science into actionable
management strategies.