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Insect Conservation Biology (Conservation Biology, No 2) (Chapman & Hall Ecotoxicology Series)
Michael J. Samways
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Description for Insect Conservation Biology (Conservation Biology, No 2) (Chapman & Hall Ecotoxicology Series)
Hardcover. Discusses the conservation of insect species in realistic terms in the context of sustainable development, agroecology and environmental change. Ethical issues surrounding insects are considered as well as preservation technology and restoration ecology. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 374 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT7; RNF; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 22. Weight in Grams: 703.
Insects are the major component of the world's biodiversity. By their vast numbers of both species and individuals, they are vital determinants of the terrestrial ecological processes. Quantitatively, insects are important pointers for the species-rich geographical areas. Qualitatively, they are also important, whether the subjects of conservation themselves or as tools for identifying biotic areas with high endemism. "Insect Conservation Biology" covers a wide range of topics from single species to landscape conservation, and from rare butterflies to the benefits-and-risks of biocontrol agents. The approach is both positive and realistic, with insects being discussed in the contexts of sustainable development, ... Read more
Insects are the major component of the world's biodiversity. By their vast numbers of both species and individuals, they are vital determinants of the terrestrial ecological processes. Quantitatively, insects are important pointers for the species-rich geographical areas. Qualitatively, they are also important, whether the subjects of conservation themselves or as tools for identifying biotic areas with high endemism. "Insect Conservation Biology" covers a wide range of topics from single species to landscape conservation, and from rare butterflies to the benefits-and-risks of biocontrol agents. The approach is both positive and realistic, with insects being discussed in the contexts of sustainable development, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Springer
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1993
Series
Conservation Biology
Condition
New
Weight
703g
Number of Pages
358
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780412454400
SKU
V9780412454400
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99-15
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