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Plant Conservation in the Tropics: Perspectives and Practice
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Plant Conservation in the Tropics: Perspectives and Practice
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Mike Maunder
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By (author) Colin Clubbe
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By (author) Clare Hankamer
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:371 | Dimensions(mm): Height 245,Width 155 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9781842460146
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Classifications | Dewey:581.70913 |
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Audience | Professional & Vocational | |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Royal Botanic Gardens
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Imprint |
Kew Publishing
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Publication Date |
27 September 2002 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
A textbook for students and conservationists on the most pertinent plant conservation work. Case studies from Africa, Galapagos Islands, Mauritius, Seychelles, Trinidad, Central and South America, South-East Asia and Australia, provide examples of national biodiversity action planning; habitat survey, assessment and management techniques; assessment of species threat and species recovery planning; community participation and assessment of sustainable use; the role of horticulture in species recovery and sustainable management; capacity building including networking and the design of training courses.
Author Biography
Madeline Groves is a professional adviser on international trade and policy. She has coauthored several CITES books including CITES and Cycads, CITES and Cacti, and CITES and Timber.
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