Conservation Biology: Foundations, Concepts, ApplicationsSpringer Science & Business Media, 2008 M02 29 - 478 pages Fred Van Dyke’s new textbook, Conservation Biology: Foundations, Concepts, Applications, 2nd Edition represents a major new text for anyone interested in conservation. Drawing on his experience as a conservation biologist, college teacher, and successful textbook author, Van Dyke’s organizational clarity and readable style make this book an invaluable resource for students in conservation around the globe. Presenting key information and well-selected examples, this student-friendly volume carefully integrates the science of conservation biology with its implications for ethics, law, policy and economics. In addition to rigorous examination of the scientific theory supporting conservation biology and its applications, this unique book includes a number of features which set it apart from others. These include its chapters on aquatic conservation, landscape ecology, and ecosystem management, and its direct explanation and invitation to students on how to enter the work of conservation as a professional and personal vocation. Aimed primarily at undergraduates studying courses in conservation and conservation biology, this book will also be useful to practicing conservationists and natural resource managers. |
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... Global Conservation – Shared Interests Lead to Cooperation 1.4.1 . Multilateral Treaties - The Beginnings of International Conservation Efforts . 1.4.1.1 . Conservation Driven by Shared Commercial Interests . 1.4.1.2 . International ...
... Global Conservation without Negative Effects on Other Nations ?. 3.5.1 . The Nature of International Legal Interdependence . 3.5.2 . Case History I : Tuna and Dolphins . . . 3.5.3 . Case History II : Shrimp and Sea Turtles . 3.5.4 ...
... Global Warming Be Called " Climate Change ? ” 5.1.4 . The Implications of Rapidly Rising CO , 5.1.5 . Why We Call It " Climate " Change - Non - temperature Variations in Climate in a Warming World 5.2 . The Global Fingerprint of Climate ...
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Contents
Van Dyke_Ch02pdf | 29 |
Van Dyke_Ch03pdf | 57 |
Van Dyke_Ch04pdf | 83 |
Van Dyke_Ch05pdf | 121 |
Van Dyke_Ch06pdf | 153 |
Van Dyke_Ch07pdf | 185 |
Van Dyke_Ch08pdf | 213 |
Van Dyke_Ch09pdf | 243 |
Van Dyke_Ch10pdf | 279 |
Van Dyke_Ch11pdf | 313 |
Van Dyke_Ch12pdf | 349 |
Van Dyke_Ch13pdf | 383 |
Van Dyke_Ch14pdf | 415 |
Van Dyke_Glossarypdf | 443 |
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