Large Herbivore Ecology, Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation (Conservation Biology) [Hardcover]

Kjell Danell (Editor), Roger Bergström (Editor), Patrick Duncan (Editor), John Pastor (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0521830052 | ISBN-13: 978-0521830058 | Publication Date: June 12, 2006

Most large herbivores require some type of management within their habitats. Some populations of large herbivores are at the brink of extinction, some are under discussion for reintroduction, whilst others already occur in dense populations causing conflicts with other land use. Large herbivores are the major drivers for forming the shape and function of terrestrial ecosystems. This book addresses the scientifically based action plans to manage both the large herbivore populations and their habitats worldwide. It covers the processes by which large herbivores not only affect their environment (e.g. grazing) but are affected by it (e.g. nutrient cycling) and the management strategies required. Also discussed are new modeling techniques, which help assess integration processes in a landscape context, as well as assessing the consequences of new developments in the processes of conservation. This book will be essential reading for all involved in the management of both large herbivores and natural resources.

Editorial Reviews

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'The mixture of authors is well balanced and ranges form young to established scientists. The collection of texts covers all important topics regarding large herbivore ecology from the point of natural sciences ... well-edited ... Large Herbivore Ecology, Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation is a very readable book for beginners and specialists alike who wish to broaden their knowledge of the effects of large herbivores on ecosystem dynamics.' Basic and Applied Ecology

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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 book provides an up-to-date background to the science behind the management of large herbivores, for students, researchers and conservation managers.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 522 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (June 12, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521830052
• ISBN-13: 978-0521830058
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,606,795 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)