An Introduction To Applied Biogeography
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Author | : Ian F. Spellerberg |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 264 |
Release | : 1999-02-28 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 9780521457125 |
Species distribution, conservation management, landscape planning.
Author | : Rita Buddeke |
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Total Pages | : |
Release | : 1968 |
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Author | : Levente Hufnagel |
Publisher | : BoD – Books on Demand |
Total Pages | : 178 |
Release | : 2018-01-24 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9535137549 |
This book, Pure and Applied Biogeography, gives a very interesting report and overview about the frontiers of such parts of recent biogeographical research, which plays important roles in solving our most pressing global problems (biodiversity crisis, climate change, water issues, and sustainable agriculture). Our book consists of three sections: "Introduction", "Pure Biogeography and Global Patterns" and "Applied Biogeography and Regional Issues." After the introductory chapter, which is about the main branches and aims of biogeography in service of solving global problems, - we can find three chapters as parts of the first section. First chapter in this section is in close relation with the origin of biodiversity and conservation. The second and third chapters are about the biogeograhical aspects of climate change and biodiversity. In the second section of this book three applied biogeographical chapters can be found, which are related to agriculture, theoretical background of biological plant protection against herbivores, and regional patterns in ecological biogeography.
Author | : Jorge CRISCI |
Publisher | : Harvard University Press |
Total Pages | : 263 |
Release | : 2009-06-30 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0674030044 |
Though biogeography may be simply defined--the study of the geographic distributions of organisms--the subject itself is extraordinarily complex, involving a range of scientific disciplines and a bewildering diversity of approaches. For convenience, biogeographers have recognized two research traditions: ecological biogeography and historical biogeography. This book makes sense of the profound revolution that historical biogeography has undergone in the last two decades, and of the resulting confusion over its foundations, basic concepts, methods, and relationships to other disciplines of comparative biology. Using case studies, the authors explain and illustrate the fundamentals and the most frequently used methods of this discipline. They show the reader how to tell when a historical biogeographic approach is called for, how to decide what kind of data to collect, how to choose the best method for the problem at hand, how to perform the necessary calculations, how to choose and apply a computer program, and how to interpret results.
Author | : Levente Hufnagel |
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Release | : 2018 |
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ISBN | : 9789535137559 |
Author | : Mark V. Lomolino |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 177 |
Release | : 2020-04-09 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0198850069 |
Biogeography is the study of geographic variation in all characteristics of life - ranging from genetic, morphological and behavioural variation among regional populations of a species, to geographic trends in diversity of entire communities across our planet's sufrace. From the ancient hunters and gatherers to the earliest naturalists, Charles Darwin, Alfred Russel Wallace, and scientists today, the search for patterns in life has provided insights that proved invaluable for understanding the natural world. And many, if not most, of the compelling kaleidoscope of patterns in biological diversity make little sense unless placed in an explicit geographic context. The Very Short Introduction explains the historical development of the field of biogeography, its fundamental tenets, principles and tools, and the invaluable insights it provides for understanding the diversity of life in the natural world. As Mark Lomolino shows, key questions such as where species occur, how they vary from place to place, where their ancestors occurred, and how they spread across the globe, are essential for us to develop effective strategies for conserving the great menagerie of life across our planet. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Author | : Michael Pacione |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 668 |
Release | : 2002-03-11 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1134672667 |
Applied Geography offers an invaluable introduction to useful research in physical, environmental and human geography and provides a new focus and reference point for investigating and understanding problem-orientated research. Forty-nine leading experts in the field introduce and explore research which crosses the traditional boundary between physical and human geography. A wide range of key issues and contemporary debates are within the books main sections, which cover: natural and environmental hazards environmental change and management challenges of the human environment techniques of spatial analysis Applied geography is the application of geographic knowledge and skills to identify the nature and causes of social, economic and environmental problems and inform policies which lead to their resolution.
Author | : Stanton Braude |
Publisher | : Princeton University Press |
Total Pages | : 288 |
Release | : 2010-01-04 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1400835453 |
An innovative introduction to ecology and evolution This unique textbook introduces undergraduate students to quantitative models and methods in ecology, behavioral ecology, evolutionary biology, and conservation. It explores the core concepts shared by these related fields using tools and practical skills such as experimental design, generating phylogenies, basic statistical inference, and persuasive grant writing. And contributors use examples from their own cutting-edge research, providing diverse views to engage students and broaden their understanding. This is the only textbook on the subject featuring a collaborative "active learning" approach that emphasizes hands-on learning. Every chapter has exercises that enable students to work directly with the material at their own pace and in small groups. Each problem includes data presented in a rich array of formats, which students use to answer questions that illustrate patterns, principles, and methods. Topics range from Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium and population effective size to optimal foraging and indices of biodiversity. The book also includes a comprehensive glossary. In addition to the editors, the contributors are James Beck, Cawas Behram Engineer, John Gaskin, Luke Harmon, Jon Hess, Jason Kolbe, Kenneth H. Kozak, Robert J. Robertson, Emily Silverman, Beth Sparks-Jackson, and Anton Weisstein. Provides experience with hypothesis testing, experimental design, and scientific reasoning Covers core quantitative models and methods in ecology, behavioral ecology, evolutionary biology, and conservation Turns "discussion sections" into "thinking labs" Professors: A supplementary Instructor's Manual is available for this book. It is restricted to teachers using the text in courses. For information on how to obtain a copy, refer to: http://press.princeton.edu/class_use/solutions.html
Author | : Glen MacDonald |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 536 |
Release | : 2002-02-28 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0471241938 |
Illustrative examples from recent research publications and "classic" studies are prominently featured throughout the book. Research techniques are highlighted in "special interest" boxes. Illustrations and descriptions of research techniques are provided with examples such as fire-scars from trees used to reconstruct disturbance, fossil pollen used to reconstruct vegetation change and plant migration, transect and quadrate sampling. Includes key biogeographical theories that link space and time to the distribution of life. Some of these theories include: 1. Ranges, Reflicts, Refuges, Corridors, Barriers, 2. Centers of Origins, 3. Cladistics, 4. Variance, 5. Island BioGeography, 6. Diversity Theory, 7. Gap Analysis for Conservation.
Author | : Glen MacDonald |
Publisher | : Wiley-Blackwell |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2023-10-10 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9781118315255 |
The second edition of Biogeography: Introduction to Space, Time, and Life introduces students to the study of the past and present geographic distributions of plants, animals, and other organisms. Assuming no background knowledge of the subject, this student-friendly textbook explains the important terms and concepts from biology and physical geography that form the foundation of the discipline. Readers learn how various physical and biological factors—including heat, moisture stress, and predation—impact both specific populations and entire species. Reflecting the diversity of topics within the field, the book’s four sections cover ecological biogeography, historical biogeography, global distributions of plants and animals, and the biogeography of the human species. Accessible and engaging chapters explore the incredible variety of life on Earth and the adaptations that allow organisms to live in an astonishing range of environments. A wide array of unique plants and animals, as well as their environments and communities, are used to illustrate the concepts and theories of biogeography. Real-world examples highlight how biogeography has influenced humans and how human activity has impacted other organisms.