Описание: Chapter 1. What is a transition zone?An ecological and evolutionary characterization of transition zones, where they are found and how their biotas are assembled. Chapter 2. What is evolutionary biogeography?A brief characterization of the field of evolutionary biogeography, with a description of the different methods that are currently used. Chapter 3. A historical perspective of the Mexican Transition ZoneA historiographic analysis of the Mexican Transition Zone, detailing the main events and authors that have contributed to it. Chapter 4. The cenocrons of the Mexican Transition ZoneA description of the cenocrons of the Mexican Transition Zone, namely, Paleoamerican, Mexican Plateau, Mountain Mesoamerican, Nearctic and Typical Neotropical. For each cenocron, examples of plant and animal taxa are presented and illustrated. Their historical assembly is also analyzed. Chapter 5. Regionalization of the Mexican Transition ZoneA characterization of the biogeographic provinces recognized for the Mexican Transition Zone, namely, Sierra Madre Occidental, Sierra Madre Oriental, Transmexican Volcanic Belt, Sierra Madre del Sur and Chiapas Highlands. Additionally, examples of plants and animals endemic to each province are provided. Chapter 6. Perspectives for the futureA discussion of the current understanding of biotic assembly in the Mexican Transition Zone and the perspectives for future studies. Additionally, some issues concerning the analysis of transition zones will be discussed.
Автор: Abhijit Mitra Название: Sensitivity of Mangrove Ecosystem to Changing Climate ISBN: 8132228820 ISBN-13(EAN): 9788132228820 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 21661.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Mangroves are basically salt tolerant forest ecosystems found mainly in tropical and sub-tropical inter-tidal regions. Till about 1960s, mangroves were largely viewed as “economically unproductive areas” and were therefore destroyed for reclaiming land for various economic and commercial activities. Gradually, with the passage of time, the economic and ecological benefits of mangroves have become visible and their importance is now well appreciated. Today, mangroves are observed in about 30 countries in tropical subtropical regions covering an area of about 99,300 Sq.Km. However, during the past 50 years, over 50% of the mangrove cover has been lost, mainly because of the increased pressure of human activities like shrimp farming and agriculture, forestry, salt extraction, urban development, tourist development and infrastructure. Also, dam on rivers, contamination of sea waters caused by heavy metals, oil spills, pesticides and other products etc. have been found to be responsible for the decline of mangroves. Although the temperature effect on growth and species diversity is not known, sea-level rise may pose a serious threat to these ecosystems The present book addresses all these important issues in separate chapters with some interesting case studies whose data may serve as pathfinder for future researches in the sphere of the influence of climate change on mangrove ecosystem. The role of mangroves in the sector of bioremediation is a unique feather in the crown of this coastal and brackishwater vegetation that may be taken up by the coastal industries in order to maintain the health of ambient environment. This book seeks to discover and to assess the vulnerability of climate change on mangrove flora and fauna, their role in carbon sequestration and some interesting case studies by some groups of dedicated researchers that may serve as the basis of future climate related policies.
Автор: Victor H. Rivera-Monroy; Shing Yip Lee; Erik Krist Название: Mangrove Ecosystems: A Global Biogeographic Perspective ISBN: 3319622048 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319622040 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 23757.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book presents a comprehensive overview and analysis of mangrove ecological processes, structure, and function at the local, biogeographic, and global scales and how these properties interact to provide key ecosystem services to society.
Автор: I. Faridah-Hanum; A. Latiff; Khalid Rehman Hakeem; Название: Mangrove Ecosystems of Asia ISBN: 1461485819 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781461485810 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 26122.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The book provides an up-to-date account of mangrove forests from Asia, together with restoration techniques, and the management requirements of these ecosystems to ensure their sustainability and conservation.
Автор: Luiz Drude de Lacerda; Volker Linneweber Название: Mangrove Ecosystems ISBN: 3642075851 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783642075858 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 26120.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Protection of the environment has nowadays become a major challenge and a condi- tion for survival of future human generations and life on Earth in general.
Автор: Abhijit Mitra Название: Sensitivity of Mangrove Ecosystem to Changing Climate ISBN: 8132215087 ISBN-13(EAN): 9788132215080 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 26122.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book examines the vulnerability of climate change on mangrove flora and fauna as well as their role in carbon sequestration. It details the role of mangroves in mitigating natural disaster like tsunamis. Includes case studies from around the world.
Автор: Christopher Makowski; Charles W. Finkl Название: Threats to Mangrove Forests ISBN: 3030103013 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030103019 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 25155.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book focuses on the worldwide threats to mangrove forests and the management solutions currently being used to counteract those hazards. Designed for the professional or specialist in marine science, coastal zone management, biology, and related disciplines, this work will appeal to those not only working to protect mangrove forests, but also the surrounding coastal areas of all types. Examples are drawn from many different geographic areas, including North and South America, India, and Southeast Asia. Subject areas covered include both human-induced and natural impacts to mangroves, intended or otherwise, as well as the efforts being made by coastal researchers to promote restoration of these coastal fringing forests.
Автор: Vasconcelos Tiago S., Da Silva Fernando R., Dos Santos Tiago G. Название: Biogeographic Patterns of South American Anurans ISBN: 3030262987 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030262983 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 13974.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book analyzes different facets of anuran amphibian distribution in South America. We integrate alternative biological metrics employing cutting-edge methods to understand the dynamic processes underlying species distribution patterns. By using the modern biogeographic toolbox, we explore how richness gradients, phylogenetic diversity, functional diversity, and range size/endemism distribution of amphibians vary along the continent. Moreover, we present a robust proposal for priority areas for conservation of anurans in South America that maximizes representativeness of distinct biodiversity facets.
Описание: The Mexican Plateau, in its magnificent dimensions and material wealth, stood among the first and perhaps most alluring discoveries of European explorers.
Автор: Santosh Kumar Sarkar Название: Trace Metals in a Tropical Mangrove Wetland ISBN: 9811097062 ISBN-13(EAN): 9789811097065 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 12577.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book offers a comprehensive and accessible guide covering various aspects of trace metal contamination in abiotic and biotic matrices of an iconic Indian tropical mangrove wetland – Sundarban. Divided into nine chapters, the book begins by discussing the fundamental concepts of sources, accumulation rate and significance of trace metal speciation, along with the impact of multiple stressors on trace metal accumulation, taking into account both tourist activities and the exacerbating role of climate change. The second chapter presents a detailed account of the sampling strategy and preservation of research samples, followed by exhaustive information on sediment quality assessment and ecological risk, instrumental techniques in environmental chemical analyses, quality assurance and quality control, along with the Sediment Quality Guidelines (SQGs). Using raw data, the sediment quality assessment indices (e.g., pollution load index, index of geoaccumulation, Nemerow Pollution Load Index etc.) and conventional statistical analyses are worked out and interpreted precisely, allowing students to readily evaluate and interpret them. This is followed by chapters devoted to trace metal accumulation in sediments and benthic organisms, as well as acid-leachable and geochemical fractionation of trace metals in sediments. The book then focuses on chemical speciation of butylin and arsenic in sediments as well as macrozoobenthos (polychaetous annelids). Finally, potential positive role of the dominant mangrove Avicennia in sequestering trace metals from rhizosediments of Sundarban Wetland is elaborately discussed. This timely reference book provides a versatile and in-depth account for understanding the emerging problems of trace metal contamination – issues that are relevant for many countries around the globe.
Автор: Abhijit Mitra Название: Mangrove Forests in India ISBN: 3030205975 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030205973 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 7965.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This is the first comprehensive science-based primer to highlight the unique ecosystem services provided by mangrove forests, and discuss how these services preserve the livelihoods of coastal populations.
Автор: Tiago S. Vasconcelos; Fernando R. da Silva; Tiago Название: Biogeographic Patterns of South American Anurans ISBN: 3030262952 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030262952 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 13974.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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This book analyzes different facets of anuran amphibian distribution in South America. We integrate alternative biological metrics employing cutting-edge methods to understand the dynamic processes underlying species distribution patterns. By using the modern biogeographic toolbox, we explore how richness gradients, phylogenetic diversity, functional diversity, and range size/endemism distribution of amphibians vary along the continent. Moreover, we present a robust proposal for priority areas for conservation of anurans in South America that maximizes representativeness of distinct biodiversity facets.
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