An Introduction to Applied Biogeography by Ian F Spellerberg

An Introduction to Applied Biogeography by Ian F Spellerberg

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Summary

Biogeography is the study of the geographical distribution of plants and animals and the processes and mechanisms that have brought about these distribution patterns. Historical aspects, methods of data collection and analysis and the applications of biogeography are discussed in this accessible undergraduate textbook.

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An Introduction to Applied Biogeography by Ian F Spellerberg

Biogeography is about the geographical distribution, both past and present, of plants, animals and other organisms. In this undergraduate textbook Spellerberg and Sawyer bring a modern and new approach to a developing subject, writing in a lively and sometimes provocative manner. Throughout the text the applications of biogeography in conservation management, economic production, environmental assessment, sustainable use of resources, landscape planning and public health are emphasised. Applications of island biogeography in conservation, the concept of wildlife corridors and the analysis of biogeographical data are all discussed and the role of humans and their cultures in biogeography is explored. The applied approach of this textbook, along with its numerous illustrative examples and figures, make it an interesting introduction to the field for all geography, biology and environmental science students.
'… a well-written and produced book that takes a broad look at the history and applications of biogeographyT. Markham Puckett, PRISCUM
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ISBN 13 9780521457125
ISBN 10 0521457122
Title An Introduction to Applied Biogeography
Author Ian F Spellerberg
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Year published 1999-02-28
Number of pages 260
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