Reproductive Science and Integrated Conservation

Reproductive Science and Integrated Conservation by William V Holt

Reproduction is essential to the continuation and evolution of life on this planet and is therefore a centrally important process in the conservation of wildlife. However, reproductive mechanisms are well understood in only a handful of vertebrate species, mostly domestic livestock and laboratory animals. This means that attempts to develop and implement management policies for wildlife conservation, and especially for endangered species that, by definition, are difficult to study, are often based on poor data or no data at all. In Reproductive Science and Integrated Conservation leading authorities provide glimpses of reproductive diversity in fishes, amphibia, reptiles, birds and mammals. Conservation plans are founded on the assumption that reproduction will be successful, but what if it fails? This book reviews the many factors that influence reproduction, including genetics, behaviour and nutrition, and experts assess the potential conservation relevance of the recent rapid advances in reproductive technology and medicine.

'This is a readable and engrossing bookThis book reviews the many factors that influence reproduction. Sixth formers, students and zoo educators would benefit from reading the book if they have an interest in conservation. Long time biologists like me may be absorbed in the topic and heartily encouraged.' Journal of Biological Education
'… it is a realistic look at the current state of conservation biology and those who have an interest in cryopreservation for the purposes of conservation will find much of its content of value.' CryoLetters

William V. Holt is a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Zoology, Zoological Society of London, and heads the Reproductive Biology Group. Amanda Pickard is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Zoology, Zoological Society of London. John Rodger is Director of the Australian Government's multi-organisation Cooperative Research Centre for Conservation and Management of Marsupials. David Wildt is Senior Scientist and Head, Department of Reproductive Sciences, Smithsonian National Zoological Park, Washington.

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9780521011105
ISBN 10	0521011108
Title	Reproductive Science and Integrated Conservation
Author	William V Holt
Series	Conservation Biology
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Cambridge University Press
Year published	2002-12-05
Number of pages	426
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.