An Introduction to Disturbance Ecology A Road Map for Wildlife Management and Conservation /

This book represents an introductory review of disturbance ecology and threat analysis, providing schematic concepts and approaches useful for work on sites that are affected by the impact of human actions. It is aimed at conservation and environmental practitioners, who will find tips for choosing...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Authors: Battisti, Corrado (Author), Poeta, Gianluca (Author), Fanelli, Giuliano (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2016.
Edition:1st ed. 2016.
Series:Environmental Science,
Subjects:
Conservation biology.
Ecology .
Biogeography.
Physical geography.
Animal culture.
Conservation Biology.
Biogeosciences.
Physical Geography.
Animal Science.
Online Access:Texto Completo
Table of Contents:
  • Heterogeneity, Dynamism, and Diversity of Natural Systems
  • The Concept of Disturbance
  • Role and Effects of Disturbances in Natural Systems
  • The Disturbance Regime
  • Disturbances and Coexistence of Species
  • Classification Criteria for Disturbance Events
  • Categories of Natural Disturbances
  • Anthropogenic Threats
  • Nomenclature and Taxonomy of Threats
  • Threat Regime
  • Threat Quantification and Ranking
  • Threat Mapping
  • Including Threats in Adaptive Management
  • Conclusions and Prospects.

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