International records / OpenAlex research

Disappeared Streams: Causes, Implications and Mitigations: A case study of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Streams are vital components of ecosystems, supporting the survival of plants, animals, and humans. This study utilized an extensive review of literature from both online and offline sources to understand the causes and consequences of stream shrinkage and disappearance. Findings from international and local contexts, including Akwa Ibom State, revealed that both natural and human-induced factors contribute to this decline. Natural causes include climate change, erosion-induced siltation, changes in rainfall patterns, and prolonged droughts. Human activities such as urbanization, industrial ex…