Coral Reef Restoration Handbook

Author : William F. Precht
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2006-05-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781420003796

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"... this book is the first to describe, in detail, the art and science of coral reef restoration. It is to be hoped that the information that can be gleaned within the pages of this book will set a path towards continued preservation of this valuable underwater treasure to be used, appreciated, and experienced for future generations." -- Senator Bob Graham (retired), Miami Lakes, Florida, from the Foreword Most of what we know about the rehabilitation of coral reef systems stems from efforts to repair reefs injured by vessels that have run aground. To date, however, there is a paucity of published literature regarding the efficacy and/or failure of coral reef restoration techniques. While most of the literature that is available comes from meeting abstracts, workshops and technical memoranda, these papers and reports have forged a scientific framework that can help guide future efforts. The Coral Reef Restoration Handbook is the first published volume devoted to the science of coral reef restoration. It offers a scientific, conceptual framework along with practical strategies for reef assessment and restoration. Contributors from a variety of disciplines discuss engineering, geological, biological, and socioeconomic factors to create a text that is designed to guide scientists and resource managers in the decision-making process from initial assessment of the injury through conceptual restoration design, implementation, and monitoring. An excellent selection of relevant case studies is utilized to illustrate concepts and challenges inherent in the process of restoration. This volume gives reef scientists and managers the opportunity to glean significant information from previous efforts. It provides them with the opportunity to build on the lessons learned and develop successful restoration efforts into the future.

Author : William F. Precht
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0367390833

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Coral Reef Restoration Handbook by William F. Precht Pdf

"... this book is the first to describe, in detail, the art and science of coral reef restoration. It is to be hoped that the information that can be gleaned within the pages of this book will set a path towards continued preservation of this valuable underwater treasure to be used, appreciated, and experienced for future generations." -- Senator Bob Graham (retired), Miami Lakes, Florida, from the Foreword Most of what we know about the rehabilitation of coral reef systems stems from efforts to repair reefs injured by vessels that have run aground. To date, however, there is a paucity of published literature regarding the efficacy and/or failure of coral reef restoration techniques. While most of the literature that is available comes from meeting abstracts, workshops and technical memoranda, these papers and reports have forged a scientific framework that can help guide future efforts. The Coral Reef Restoration Handbook is the first published volume devoted to the science of coral reef restoration. It offers a scientific, conceptual framework along with practical strategies for reef assessment and restoration. Contributors from a variety of disciplines discuss engineering, geological, biological, and socioeconomic factors to create a text that is designed to guide scientists and resource managers in the decision-making process from initial assessment of the injury through conceptual restoration design, implementation, and monitoring. An excellent selection of relevant case studies is utilized to illustrate concepts and challenges inherent in the process of restoration. This volume gives reef scientists and managers the opportunity to glean significant information from previous efforts. It provides them with the opportunity to build on the lessons learned and develop successful restoration efforts into the future.

Author : William F. Precht
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2006-05-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 0849320739

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Coral Reef Restoration Handbook by William F. Precht Pdf

"... this book is the first to describe, in detail, the art and science of coral reef restoration. It is to be hoped that the information that can be gleaned within the pages of this book will set a path towards continued preservation of this valuable underwater treasure to be used, appreciated, and experienced for future generations." -- Senator Bob Graham (retired), Miami Lakes, Florida, from the Foreword Most of what we know about the rehabilitation of coral reef systems stems from efforts to repair reefs injured by vessels that have run aground. To date, however, there is a paucity of published literature regarding the efficacy and/or failure of coral reef restoration techniques. While most of the literature that is available comes from meeting abstracts, workshops and technical memoranda, these papers and reports have forged a scientific framework that can help guide future efforts. The Coral Reef Restoration Handbook is the first published volume devoted to the science of coral reef restoration. It offers a scientific, conceptual framework along with practical strategies for reef assessment and restoration. Contributors from a variety of disciplines discuss engineering, geological, biological, and socioeconomic factors to create a text that is designed to guide scientists and resource managers in the decision-making process from initial assessment of the injury through conceptual restoration design, implementation, and monitoring. An excellent selection of relevant case studies is utilized to illustrate concepts and challenges inherent in the process of restoration. This volume gives reef scientists and managers the opportunity to glean significant information from previous efforts. It provides them with the opportunity to build on the lessons learned and develop successful restoration efforts into the future.

Author : Isabelle M. Côté,John D. Reynolds
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2006-08-17
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780521855365

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Coral Reef Conservation by Isabelle M. Côté,John D. Reynolds Pdf

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Author : Thomas J. Goreau,Robert Kent Trench
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781466557741

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Innovative Methods of Marine Ecosystem Restoration by Thomas J. Goreau,Robert Kent Trench Pdf

Innovative Methods of Marine Ecosystem Restoration offers a ray of hope in an increasingly gloomy scenario. This book is the first presentation of revolutionary new methods for restoring damaged marine ecosystems. It discusses new techniques for greatly increasing the recruitment, growth, survival, and resistance to stress of marine ecosystems, fis

Author : Alasdair J. Edwards,Edgardo D. Gomez
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Coral reef management
ISBN : 1921317000

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Reef Restoration Concepts & Guidelines by Alasdair J. Edwards,Edgardo D. Gomez Pdf

Author : Majeti Narasimha Vara Prasad
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 548 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119678601

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Handbook of Ecological and Ecosystem Engineering by Majeti Narasimha Vara Prasad Pdf

Learn from this integrated approach to the management and restoration of ecosystems edited by an international leader in the field The Handbook of Ecological and Ecosystem Engineering delivers a comprehensive overview of the latest research and practical developments in the rapidly evolving fields of ecological and ecosystem engineering. Beginning with an introduction to the theory and practice of ecological engineering and ecosystem services, the book addresses a wide variety of issues central to the restoration and remediation of ecological environments. The book contains fulsome analyses of the restoration, rehabilitation, conservation, sustainability, reconstruction, remediation, and reclamation of ecosystems using ecological engineering techniques. Case studies are used to highlight practical applications of the theory discussed within. The material in the Handbook of Ecological and Ecosystem Engineering is particularly relevant at a time when the human population is dramatically rising, and the exploitation of natural resources is putting increasing pressure on planetary ecosystems. The book demonstrates how modern scientific ecology can contribute to the greening of the environment through the inclusion of concrete examples of successful applied management. The book also includes: A thorough discussion of ecological engineering and ecosystem services theory and practice An exploration of ecological and ecosystem engineering economic and environmental revitalization An examination of the role of soil meso and macrofauna indicators for restoration assessment success in a rehabilitated mine site A treatment of the mitigation of urban environmental issues by applying ecological and ecosystem engineering A discussion of soil fertility restoration theory and practice Perfect for academic researchers, industry scientists, and environmental engineers working in the fields of ecological engineering, environmental science, and biotechnology, the Handbook of Ecological and Ecosystem Engineering also belongs on the bookshelves of environmental regulators and consultants, policy makers, and employees of non-governmental organizations working on sustainable development.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Coral reef conservation
ISBN : UIUC:30112040001320

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Coral Reef Conservation Guide for the Military by Anonim Pdf

Author : Stuart K. Allison,Stephen D. Murphy
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 604 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2017-05-18
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781317413745

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Routledge Handbook of Ecological and Environmental Restoration by Stuart K. Allison,Stephen D. Murphy Pdf

Ecological restoration is a rapidly evolving discipline that is engaged with developing both methodologies and strategies for repairing damaged and polluted ecosystems and environments. During the last decade the rapid pace of climate change coupled with continuing habitat destruction and the spread of non-native species to new habitats has forced restoration ecologists to re-evaluate their goals and the methods they use. This comprehensive handbook brings together an internationally respected group of established and rising experts in the field. The book begins with a description of current practices and the state of knowledge in particular areas of restoration, and then identifies new directions that will help the field achieve increasing levels of future success. Part I provides basic background about ecological and environmental restoration. Part II systematically reviews restoration in key ecosystem types located throughout the world. In Part III, management and policy issues are examined in detail, offering the first comprehensive treatment of policy relevance in the field, while Part IV looks to the future. Ultimately, good ecological restoration depends upon a combination of good science, policy, planning and outreach – all issues that are addressed in this unrivalled volume.

Author : Thomas B. Davin,Anna P. Brannet
Publisher : Nova Science Pub Incorporated
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Science
ISBN : 1606921045

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Coral Reefs by Thomas B. Davin,Anna P. Brannet Pdf

Coral reefs are ancient and extremely complex communities functioning as a single unit. They are the 'rain forests of the sea,' containing the richest biodiversity of all marine ecosystems. This book examines the biological aspects of coral reefs and the importance of their existence. Environmental threats to coral reefs are reviewed (i.e., global warming, overfishing), and ways in which the coral reef ecosystem can be restored are also discussed. Marine ornamental fish play an extremely important role today in the international fish trade. The data on breeding and rearing protocols for some of these high value marine ornamental species are reviewed. Phototrophic dinoflagellates called zooxanthellae and their possible role in coral reef management are also described. Furthermore, the causes of reef damage such as destructive fishing methods are examined. Other examples of adverse human impacts on coral reef sustainability, such as over-fishing, are also reviewed. It is suggested that coral calcification is closely coupled with carbon dioxide in seawater. This book describes the impact of anthropogenic surface ocean acidification with increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide on coral calcification. In addition, changes of caspases in the brains of hypoxic fish are examined by comparing a coral reef with a freshwater teleost. This book also provides a basic knowledge of tsunami effects on coral reefs to aid in the future evaluations of coral damage by tsunamis.

Author : Patricia Mather,Isobel Bennett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Science
ISBN : UCSD:31822016268005

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A Coral Reef Handbook by Patricia Mather,Isobel Bennett Pdf

Author : Simon Branigan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-25
Category : Marine habitat conservation
ISBN : 0648567710

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Restoration Guidelines for Shellfish Reefs by Simon Branigan Pdf

The restoration of habitat has become a priority for many citizens and governments as the ecological and societal benefits of these habitats have been become more widely recognised. This publication is intended to provide foundational information to serve as a useful starting pointfor shellfish reef restoration.

Author : R. A. Kenchington,Bridget E. T. Hudson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Coral reef conservation
ISBN : UVA:35007001771769

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Coral Reef Management Handbook by R. A. Kenchington,Bridget E. T. Hudson Pdf

Author : William J. Sutherland
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2008-04-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470999349

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The Conservation Handbook by William J. Sutherland Pdf

Textbooks on the principles of conservation biology abound. Yet, how does one put this theoretical knowledge into practice? The aim of The Conservation Handbook is to provide clear guidance on the implementation of conservation techniques. The wide range of methods described include those for ecological research, monitoring, planning, education, habitat management and combining conservation with development. Nineteen case studies illustrate how the methods have been applied. The book will be of interest to conservation biology students and practicing conservationists worldwide. For each copy of the book sold, another copy will be sent free to a practicing conservationist outside Western Europe, North America, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. Foreword by E. O. Wilson. Concise, practical guide packed full of ideas, methods and advice. Provides solutions for the main conservation problems most commonly encountered. 18 global case studies illustrate the application of techniques. The Conservation Handbook Donations Project this book is being sent free to those practising conservationists outside Western Europe, North America, Australia, New Zealand and Japan who are otherwise unlikely to obtain a copy. These copies are provided at cost price by Blackwell Science, the publisher, and paid for with the author''s royalties. Each book sold means another one will be donated.

Author : Rodney V. Salm,John R. Clark,Erkki Siirila
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 2831705401

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Marine and Coastal Protected Areas by Rodney V. Salm,John R. Clark,Erkki Siirila Pdf

This is a new edition of the classic textbook on marine protected area (MPA) management in the tropics, originally produced as an output of the Bali World Parks Congress in 1982. Approaches to planning and managing MPAs have evolved considerably. Major advances include innovative financing mechanisms, partnerships with the private sector and NGOs, and collaborative management between government and coastal communities. These advances have brought new approaches for MPA establishment and management that are more participatory, involving communities through interaction and collaboration rather than prescription. With new case studies and illustrations, the guide comes in a water-resistant cover for field use. It is intended for those who plan individual and/or national MPA systems and gives philosophical context for MPAs along with some basic principles and approaches.