Theoretical foundations for a conservation strategy for wetlands in Ecuador
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The objective of this work was to support the conceptualization of the sustainable management of wetlands in Ecuador. The aim was to establish the theoretical-scientific bases on these ecosystems considering their characteristics and socio-environmental problems. There are several causes of its deterioration, among them private economic interests, ignorance on the part of local managers and low social valuation. The methodology used followed a qualitative approach based on the bibliographic review, search for technical information and official documents. Research found in specialized scientific literature was taken as a reference. Then a theoretical framework for the comprehensive management of wetlands was proposed, considering the tourist activity as a management and conservation tool. A conceptualization matrix was established where the main definitions of wetlands in Ecuador are described. Finally, the classification is analyzed according to the biological and physical characteristics according to the guidelines of the Secretariat of the Ramsar Convention, which classifies them into 30 categories of natural and 9 artificial wetlands.
Keywords: Tourism; Protected areas; Wetlands; Sustainable development; Theoretical framework; Ecuador.
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