Clive Hambler (University of Oxford), Susan M. Canney (University of Oxford)

Conservation

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Using examples from around the world, this compact overview integrates the process, theory and practice of conservation. Greatly revised and updated, this second edition reflects recent trends towards multidisciplinarity and emphasises the broader picture of conservation, showing how general themes, patterns and drivers come together at local levels.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• 2. Aufl.
• Seitenzahl: 444
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Dezember 2015
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 246mm x 189mm x 24mm
• Gewicht: 870g
• ISBN-13: 9780521181686
• ISBN-10: 0521181682
• Artikelnr.: 36138433

Autorenporträt

Clive Hambler is Lecturer in Biological and Human Sciences at Hertford College, University of Oxford.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface to the second edition; 1. Introduction to conservation; 2. Threats to biodiversity; 3. Evaluation of priorities for species and habitats; 4. Monitoring, indicators and impact assessment; 5. Management of natural and fragmented habitats; 6. Management of species; 7. Sustainable use, semi-natural cultural landscapes, and the matrix; 8. Restoration and offsetting; 9. Environmental policy; References; Index to species names; Index.

Rezensionen

'This book is exceptional in many ways. It captures the essence of the naturalist's fascination with the diversity of life while at the same time covering comprehensively the history and basics of conservation biology and the importance of conservation for the future of our planet. I am particularly pleased with the attention to priority-setting, and other important issues such as corridors, rewilding, the fundamental importance of species, and how essential ecosystem services derive from biodiversity. In the post Rio+20 world, there is growing recognition of the fact that nature must be central to sustainable development and not just an interesting side issue. This book makes a major contribution to demonstrating this, and overall greatly enhances our understanding of conservation in general. A must read for everyone, and especially for students, researchers, and conservation practitioners.' Russell A. Mittermeier, President, Conservation International