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Carnivore Conservation
Hardback
Main Details
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Carnivore Conservation
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| Authors and Contributors |
Edited by John L. Gittleman
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Edited by Stephan M. Funk
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Edited by David W. MacDonald
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Edited by Robert K. Wayne
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| Series | Conservation Biology |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:690 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 236,Width 161 |
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| Category/Genre | Ecological science |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780521662321
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| Classifications | Dewey:639.9797 |
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| Audience | | Professional & Vocational | | Tertiary Education (US: College) | |
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| Illustrations |
36 Tables, unspecified; 9 Halftones, unspecified; 53 Line drawings, unspecified
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Cambridge University Press
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| Imprint |
Cambridge University Press
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| Publication Date |
28 June 2001 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Carnivores are the focus of intense attention and resources in conservation biology. It is often argued that, because carnivores are at the top of the food chain, if they are protected, then other taxa will also be afforded adequate protection. Carnivores are also charismatic and compete with humans for dwindling space and environmental resources. In the past 10 years, theoretical and empirical studies on carnivores have developed very quickly. This volume reviews and summarises the current state of the field, describes limitations and opportunities for carnivore conservation, and offers a conceptual framework for future research and applied management. As such it will be of interest to students and researchers of conservation biology, mammalogy, animal behaviour, ecology and evolution.
Reviews'... fascinating reading ... a must for all fans of the carnivores, as well as students of conservation and carnivore biology.' Graham J. Holloway, Biologist
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