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Dugongs and manatees, the only fully aquatic herbivorous mammals, live in the coastal waters, rivers and lakes of more than 80 subtropical and tropical countries. Symbols of fierce conservation battles, sirenian populations are threatened by multiple global problems. Providing comparative information on all four surviving species, this book synthesises the ecological and related knowledge pertinent to understanding the biology and conservation of the sirenia. It presents detailed scientific summaries, covering sirenian feeding biology; reproduction and population dynamics; behavioural ecology; habitat requirements and threats to their continued existence. Outlining the current conservation status of the sirenian taxa, this unique study will equip researchers and professionals with the scientific knowledge required to develop proactive, precautionary and achievable strategies to conserve dugongs and manatees. Supplementary material is available online at: www.cambridge.org/9780521888288.

It is widely accepted among conservation biologists that genetics is, more than ever, an essential and efficient tool for wild and captive population management and reserve design. However, a true synergy between population genetics and conservation biology is lacking. Following the first International Workshop on Population Genetics for Animal Conservation in 2003 at the Centro di Ecologia Alpina, Trento, Italy (recently incorporated into the Edmund Mach Foundation), the scientific committee felt that, given the global urgency of animal conservation, it was imperative that discussions at the conference were made accessible to graduate students and wildlife managers. This book integrates 'the analytical methods approach' with the 'real problems approach' in conservation genetics. Each chapter is an exhaustive review of one area of expertise, and a special effort has been made to explain the statistical tools available for the analysis of molecular data as clearly as possible. The result is a comprehensive volume of the state of the art in conservation genetics, illustrating the power and utility of this synergy.

Human-wildlife conflict is an urgent challenge for conservation. Framing human-wildlife interactions strictly as conflict, however, limits the array of solutions. With a broader perspective that emphasises tolerance and coexistence, this book presents solutions to turn conflict into coexistence.

Human-wildlife conflict is an urgent challenge for conservation. Framing human-wildlife interactions strictly as conflict, however, limits the array of solutions. With a broader perspective that emphasises tolerance and coexistence, this book presents solutions to turn conflict into coexistence.

Connectivity Conservation provides a synthesis on the current status of connectivity conservation science. It shows challenges involved in applying existing knowledge to real-world examples and highlights areas for further study. Containing contributions from leading scientists and practitioners, this volume is essential reading for anyone working in conservation and natural resource management.

Conflict between people and wildlife is a major emerging conservation issue that is difficult to resolve. This book discusses whether, and how, coexistence of people and endangered wildlife may be encouraged, using measures such as novel and traditional farming methods, compensation, sustainable hunting and ecotourism.

Marine protected areas (MPAs) have an important role in marine conserva tion programmes around the world. The guiding princi ples behind key stages in the setting up and management of MP As are described, and case studies illustrate how they have worked.

With the challenges of environmental change and a growing human population, better decisions are needed to support both biodiversity conservation and human wellbeing. This volume presents theoretical models for making good decisions in non-technical language with case studies demonstrating their practical use for researchers and practitioners.

With the challenges of environmental change and a growing human population, better decisions are needed to support both biodiversity conservation and human wellbeing. This volume presents theoretical models for making good decisions in non-technical language with case studies demonstrating their practical use for researchers and practitioners.

This book identifies three vital areas for understanding conservation behaviour and integrates them into a practical management scheme. Its structured approach encompasses the efficient use of behavioural ecology theory and principles in conservation and management to offer concise applicable advice for wildlife management.

This book identifies three vital areas for understanding conservation behaviour and integrates them into a practical management scheme. Its structured approach encompasses the efficient use of behavioural ecology theory and principles in conservation and management to offer concise applicable advice for wildlife management.

Freshwater fish are one of the most diverse vertebrate groups, but are also amongst the most threatened. This is the first assessment of the global state of freshwater fish diversity, providing a comprehensive synthesis of the opportunities, challenges and barriers facing the conservation of freshwater fish biodiversity.

Freshwater fish are one of the most diverse vertebrate groups, but are also amongst the most threatened. This is the first assessment of the global state of freshwater fish diversity, providing a comprehensive synthesis of the opportunities, challenges and barriers facing the conservation of freshwater fish biodiversity.

In this book the authors have applied research knowledge to the solution of practical problems facing wildlife conservation in freshwater habitats. Subjects covered include: evaluation of the conservation interest of sites; practical protection and management of freshwater habitats; species conservation.

A valuable source for graduate students and researchers, this detailed discussion of coastal ecology examines the interplay and importance of biodiversity and ecosystem function in major shoreline habitats worldwide. Summaries by leading academics highlight the current status of shoreline species, including analyses of emerging threats and suggestions for future conservation.

A valuable source for graduate students and researchers, this detailed discussion of coastal ecology examines the interplay and importance of biodiversity and ecosystem function in major shoreline habitats worldwide. Summaries by leading academics highlight the current status of shoreline species, including analyses of emerging threats and suggestions for future conservation.

Forest wildlife conservation is critically required in many parts of the world today. This book presents a merger between the elements of wildlife conservation and habitat conservation, and explains how these disciplines can be used to promote the conservation of vertebrates in forests around the world.

Carnivores, such as tigers, wolves and badgers are charismatic and the focus of much conservation effort. But does this attention benefit or detract from the conservation of other species? Carnivore Conservation is a critical review of the field, exploring the problems, solutions and future for this group of animals.

Using examples from a broad range of forest regions and organisms - from a variety of perspectives - the authors present concepts, approaches and case studies to illustrate how biodiversity conservation can be integrated into forest management planning. They provide insight and tools to help shape the future of forest landscapes worldwide.

Conflict between people and wildlife is a major emerging conservation issue that is difficult to resolve. This book discusses whether, and how, coexistence of people and endangered wildlife may be encouraged, using measures such as novel and traditional farming methods, compensation, sustainable hunting and ecotourism.

Using examples from a broad range of forest regions and organisms - from a variety of perspectives - the authors present concepts, approaches and case studies to illustrate how biodiversity conservation can be integrated into forest management planning. They provide insight and tools to help shape the future of forest landscapes worldwide.

In this book the authors have applied research knowledge to the solution of practical problems facing wildlife conservation in freshwater habitats. Subjects covered include: evaluation of the conservation interest of sites; practical protection and management of freshwater habitats; species conservation.

What is the true role of zoos in conservation? This 2007 book defines a conservation vision for zoos and aquaria examining zoos from an external perspective and in a global context. Written for scientists working in collaboration with zoos, practitioners from conservation, development NGO sectors and academic institutions.

Urgent conservation action must now be taken to reverse the trend of biodiversity loss. Here, researchers show how biological processes must be built into conservation planning. It will be essential reading for postgraduates and professionals in conservation biology and wildlife management.

Coral reefs are havens of biodiversity in the oceans, vulnerable both to local threats that include over-fishing, pollution and physical damage, and to global problems, such as climate change. This book, first published in 2006, summarises the state of knowledge about the status of reefs, the problems they face, and potential solutions.

Seals, seabirds, whales and dolphins are at the top of marine food chains: studying their ecology can help identify and monitor changes in wider marine ecosystems. This book examines our current understanding of marine predator ecology and investigates how it can be used in management and conservation of marine habitats.

What is the true role of zoos in conservation? This 2007 book defines a conservation vision for zoos and aquaria examining zoos from an external perspective and in a global context. Written for scientists working in collaboration with zoos, practitioners from conservation, development NGO sectors and academic institutions.

The international perspective for this book is the unprecedented level of concern over deforestation, recognized by the meeting of world leaders at the 1992 Earth Summit, in Rio do Janeiro, and culminating in the appoint ment of the Intergovernmental Panel on Forests (IPF), under the auspices of the UN Commission on Sustainable Development.

Previously published in hardback and now made available in paperback, this ground-breaking book is a must for all interested in butterflies, whether as conservation biologist, amateur or professional entomologist or as a student studying the phenomenon of butterfly populations as part of a number of biology, ecology or conservation courses.

Some large herbivore species are rare, others are over-abundant. Managing herbivore populations and their habitats is an important, urgent and sometimes controversial issue, requiring scientifically-based action plans and models. This 2006 book provides an up-to-date background to the science behind the management of large herbivores, for students, researchers and conservation managers.