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Wildlife biodiversity conservation Wildlife biodiversity conservation National Seminar on Wildlife Biodiversity Conservation (2006 Pondicherry University) Contributed papers presented in the National Seminar commemorating the celebration at Pondicherry University. OL11990039W
The conservation handbook The conservation handbook William J Sutherland Textbooks on the principles of conservation biology abound. Yet, how does one put this theoretical knowledge into practice? The aim of The Conservation Handbook is to provide clear guidance on the im… OL12007026W
Living treasure Living treasure Laurence P. Pringle Discusses the rich variety of life on earth, the origins of such diversity, its rapid loss, and how to save organisms from extinction. OL15124380W
Grassland biodiversity Grassland biodiversity Johan Runas "Genetic diversity and species diversity are both crucial for ecosystem stability. Analysis of plant diversity aims to understand the organization and the variability of biological populations within… OL15408940W
The role of science for conservation The role of science for conservation Matthias Wolff,Mark Gardener "The book integrates the knowledge and reflections of thirty scientists, of which many have dedicated a substantial part of their professional life to the Galapagos archipelago, to the conservation o… OL16215163W
Driven to extinction Driven to extinction Richard G. Pearson Explores the possible effects of global warming and climate change on more than a million species around the globe. OL16240492W
Biodiversity Biodiversity IUCN "This guide is meant to complement the many tools that are already available to help you reduce environmental impacts in your hotel, by using appropriate siting, design and construction practices, an… OL16928509W
Memorias del Simposio de Desarrollo Sostenible Memorias del Simposio de Desarrollo Sostenible Simposio de Desarrollo Sostenible (1990 San José, Costa Rica) Five studies presented at landmark conference on sustainable development held in San José, March of 1990. OL1704212W
Biodiversity, sustainability, and human communities Biodiversity, sustainability, and human communities Timothy O'Riordan "Biodiversity is the key indicator of a healthy planet and healthy society. Losses of biodiversity have now become widespread and current rates are potentially catastrophic for species and habitat in… OL17886210W
Ecology, diversity, and conservation of plants and ecosystems in India Ecology, diversity, and conservation of plants and ecosystems in India H. N. Pandey Contibuted paper presented at a seminar. OL18583661W
Wytham Woods Wytham Woods Peter S. Savill "For the first time, this book tells the Wytham story in a way that is accessible to both scientist and general reader alike. It provides a fascinating overview of what the Woods are like, their hist… OL18813865W
A conservation assessment of the terrestrial ecoregions of Latin America and the Caribbean A conservation assessment of the terrestrial ecoregions of Latin America and the Caribbean Eric Dinerstein "Important report on the status of conservation efforts in Latin America. This biogeographical approach delimited five major ecosystems, 11 major habitat types, and 191 ecoregions. Appendices provide… OL18956645W
The aliens among us The aliens among us Leslie Anthony A thoughtful, accessible look at the rapidly growing issue of invasive plants, animals, and microbes around the globe with a focus on the scientific issues and ecological, health, and other challenge… OL19729503W
Rewilding our hearts Rewilding our hearts Marc Bekoff "In wildlife conservation work, rewilding - to make wild once again - refers to the creation of corridors between preserved lands that allow declining populations to rebound. Marc Bekoff, one of our … OL20010262W
Wilding Wilding Isabella Tree This a blow by blow and month by month account of how a well-managed, but totally unprofitable estate farm in 21st century Britain was managed back to nature, to how it might have been if never touch… OL20727099W
E. O. Wilson E. O. Wilson Edward Osborne Wilson,David Quammen A landmark collected edition of the Pulitzer Prize-winning author and world-renowned biologist, illuminating the marvels of biodiversity in a time of climate crisis and mass extinction. Library of… OL22043698W
Habitat and biodiversity Habitat and biodiversity E2: Environment & Education. Learn about the importance of biological diversity, landscape management, xeriscaping, composting, and integrated pest management, using your own school as a laboratory. Also learn how to grow your o… OL2242229W
International Submarine Cables and Biodiversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction International Submarine Cables and Biodiversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction Douglas R. Burnett In International Submarine Cables and Biodiversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction, Douglas R. Burnett and Lionel Carter closely examine the relationship between trans-oceanic submarine cables … OL23498596W
Ecosystem management Ecosystem management United States. Bureau of Land Management "This document is the strategy to implement ecosystem management in the Bureau of Land Management. It focuses on goals, objectives, and actions that will cause more detailed implementation plans to b… OL24434076W
Biodiversity Biodiversity Dorothy Hinshaw Patent Provides a global perspective on environmental issues while demonstrating the concept which encompasses the many forms of life on earth and their interdependence on one another for survival. OL30667W
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