Описание: From the ancient origins of the proboscideans to the present-day crisis of the living elephants, this volume synthesizes the behavior, ecology and conservation of elephants, while covering also the history of human interactions with elephants, all within the theoretical framework of evolutionary biology. The book begins with a survey of the 60-million year evolutionary history of the proboscideans emphasizing the role of climate and vegetation change in giving rise to a bewildering array of species, but also discussing the possible role of humans in the late Pleistocene extinction of mastodons and mammoths. The latest information on the molecular genetics of African and Asian elephants and its taxonomic implications are then presented. The rise of the elephant culture in Asia, and its early demise in Africa are traced along with an original interpretation of this unique animal-human relationship. The book then moves on to the social life of elephants as it relates to reproductive strategies of males and females, development of behavior in young, communication, ranging patterns, and societal organization. The foraging strategies of elephants, their impact on the vegetation and landscape are then discussed. The dynamics of elephant populations in relation to hunting for ivory and their population viability are described with the aid of mathematical models. A detailed account of elephant-human interactions includes a treatment of crop depredation by elephants in relation to their natural ecology, manslaughter by elephants, habitat manipulation by humans, and a history of the ivory trade and poaching in the two continents. The ecological information is brought together in the final chapter to formulate a set of pragmatic recommendationor the long-term conservation of elephants. The broadest treatment of the subject yet undertaken, by one of the leading workers in the field, Raman Sukumar, the book promises to bring the understanding of elephants to a new level. It should be of interest not only to biologists but also a broader audience including field ecologists, wildlife administrators, historians, conservationists and all those interested in elephants and their future.
Описание: A David and Goliath conservation story set on Lake Michigan.
Автор: Notarbartolo Di Sciara, G Название: Mediterranean Marine Mammal Ecology and Conservation,75 ISBN: 0128051523 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780128051528 Издательство: Elsevier Science Рейтинг: Цена: 24928.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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Mediterranean Marine Mammal Ecology and Conservation, the latest edition of the Advances in Marine Biology series providing in-depth and up-to-date reviews on all aspects of marine biology since 1963, presents the latest information on Mediterranean marine mammal ecology and conservation.
The series is well known for its excellent reviews and editing, and is now edited by Barbara E. Curry (University of Central Florida, USA), along with an internationally renowned Editorial Board. This serial will appeal to postgraduates and researchers in marine biology, fisheries science, ecology, zoology, and biological oceanography.
Volumes cover all areas of marine science, both applied and basic, a wide range of topical areas from all areas of marine ecology, oceanography, fisheries management, molecular biology, and the full range of geographic areas from polar seas to tropical coral reefs.
Автор: K. Venkataraman; C. Sivaperuman; C. Raghunathan Название: Ecology and Conservation of Tropical Marine Faunal Communities ISBN: 3642381995 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783642381997 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 28734.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This richly illustrated book surveys Indian marine faunal communities, focused on their ecology and conservation. An important contribution to the study of tropical marine ecosystems, it serves as a reference point for future research in the field.
Автор: Luciana Porter-Bolland; Isabel Ruiz-Mall?n; Claudi Название: Community Action for Conservation ISBN: 146147955X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781461479550 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 22203.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book provides an in-depth analysis on community conservation in Mexico. It explores local communities in national and global conservation, local perceptions of conservation initiatives in the Calakmul regions, and challenges in ICCA governance.
Автор: Luciana Porter-Bolland; Isabel Ruiz-Mall?n; Claudi Название: Community Action for Conservation ISBN: 1489989315 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781489989314 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 19589.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book provides an in-depth analysis on community conservation in Mexico. It explores local communities in national and global conservation, local perceptions of conservation initiatives in the Calakmul regions, and challenges in ICCA governance.
Описание: Provides a blueprint for managing the challenges of ocean conservation using marine historical ecology an interdisciplinary area of study that is helping society to gain a more understanding of past human-environmental interactions in coastal and marine ecosystems and of the ecological and social outcomes associated with these interactions.
Описание: A major concern among ecologists in and outside the ASEAN region is the degradation of the environment, and the overexploitation of freshwater and marine resources.
Автор: K. Venkataraman; C. Sivaperuman; C. Raghunathan Название: Ecology and Conservation of Tropical Marine Faunal Communities ISBN: 3662513021 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783662513026 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 23508.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This richly illustrated book surveys Indian marine faunal communities, focused on their ecology and conservation. An important contribution to the study of tropical marine ecosystems, it serves as a reference point for future research in the field.
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