Priorities for the Conservation of Mammalian Diversity: Has the Panda had its Day? (Conservation Biology) [Paperback]

Abigail Entwistle (Editor), Nigel Dunstone (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0521775361 | ISBN-13: 978-0521775366 | Publication Date: July 31, 2000

The conservation movement is moving rapidly away from traditional "protectionist" approaches toward nature to more integrated views of wildlife and landscape conservation. This volume reviews modern conservation approaches as they relate to mammals. A team of researchers and conservationists provide focused perspectives on preservation, such as the role of mammals within the conservation movement, how priorities should be set, allocation of funds, and promising techniques and approaches for future mammal protection. In addition, issues of broader conservation relevance are highlighted, including the integration of species and biodiversity approaches, the role of "flagship species," and the need for holistic conservation models in the wider context of society and government.

Editorial Reviews

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'... of particular interest to those who are involved in funding, evaluating and developing conservation programmes, both at the species and ecosystem levels. It will also provide a good reference to the ongoing debate of the role of flagship species in biodiversity conservation.' Jonathan D. Ballou, Animal Behaviour

'... balanced, clearly expressed and well argued. Ideally it will find a place in research laboratories internationally.' The Australian

'... an excellently-structured and highly readable book that deserves wide readership by all those involved in conservation science and also by those considering an entry into this vital field.' Adrian Barnett, Primate Eye

Book Description

The conservation movement is evolving rapidly away from a traditional 'protectionist' approach to nature to a more integrated view of nature and wildlife. This book asks how large charismatic mammals - with their inherent public appeal - can be conserved within a broader economic and social context and how they can be used effectively to promote wider involvement in the conservation of whole ecological systems. This scientific, but accessible account is the first volume to review modern conservation approaches as they specifically relate to mammals.

Product Details

• Paperback: 474 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (July 31, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521775361
• ISBN-13: 978-0521775366
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,938,596 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)