Large Mammal Restoration

Author : David Maehr,Reed F. Noss,Jeffery L. Larkin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2001-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : UOM:39015053103852

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Large Mammal Restoration by David Maehr,Reed F. Noss,Jeffery L. Larkin Pdf

Evidence is mounting that top carnivores and other large mammals play a pivotal role in regulating ecosystem health and function, yet those are the species that are most likely to have been eliminated by past human activities. In recent decades, numerous efforts have been undertaken to return some of the species that were previously extirpated on local or regional scales. Large Mammal Restoration brings together for the first time detailed case studies of those efforts, from restoring elk in Appalachia to returning bison herds to the Great Plains to the much-publicized effort to bring back the gray wolf to Yellowstone National Park. Together these case studies offer important lessons and new ways of thinking for wildlife managers and conservation biologists involved with restoration programs. Sections examine: approaches to determining the feasibility of a restoration program critical hands-on aspects of restoring large mammals obtaining public input into the process and gaining community support for programs the potential of some species to return without direct human intervention, and what can be done to facilitate that natural colonization An introductory chapter by Reed F. Noss explores some of the reasons for restoring large mammals, as well as some of the ecological and social complications, and a concluding overview by David S. Maehr discusses the evolutionary importance of large mammal restoration. Contributors include Paul C. Paquet, Barbara Dugelby, Steven H. Fritts, Paul R. Krausman, Larry D. Harris, Johnna Roy, and many others. Large Mammal Restoration brings together in a single volume essential information on the lessons learned from previous efforts, providing an invaluable resource for researchers and students of conservation biology and wildlife management as well as for policymakers, restoration advocates, and others involved with the planning or execution of a restoration program.

Author : Robert A. Garrott,Patrick J. White,Fred G.R. Watson
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 712 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2008-11-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080921051

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The Ecology of Large Mammals in Central Yellowstone by Robert A. Garrott,Patrick J. White,Fred G.R. Watson Pdf

This book is an authoritative work on the ecology of some of America’s most iconic large mammals in a natural environment - and of the interplay between climate, landscape, and animals in the interior of the world’s first and most famous national park.Central Yellowstone includes the range of one of the largest migratory populations of bison in North America as well as a unique elk herd that remains in the park year round. These populations live in a varied landscape with seasonal and often extreme patterns of climate and food abundance. The reintroduction of wolves into the park a decade ago resulted in scientific and public controversy about the effect of large predators on their prey, a debate closely examined in the book. Introductory chapters describe the geography, geology and vegetation of the ecosystem. The elk and bison are then introduced and their population ecology described both pre- and post– wolf introduction, enabling valuable insights into the demographic and behavioral consequences for their ungulate prey. Subsequent chapters describe the wildlife-human interactions and show how scientific research can inform the debate and policy issues surrounding winter recreation in Yellowstone. The book closes with a discussion of how this ecological knowledge can be used to educate the public, both about Yellowstone itself and about science, ecology and the environment in general. Yellowstone National Park exemplifies some of the currently most hotly debated and high-profile ecological, wildlife management, and environmental policy issues and this book will have broad appeal not only to academic ecologists, but also to natural resource students, managers, biologists, policy makers, administrators and the general public. Unrivalled descriptions of ecological processes in a world famous ecosystem, based on information from 16 years of painstaking field work and collaborations among 66 scientists and technical experts and 15 graduate studies Detailed studies of two charismatic North American herbivore species – elk and bison Description of the restoration of wolves into central Yellowstone and their ecological interactions with their elk and bison prey Illustrated with numerous evocative colour photographs and stunning maps

Author : Michael L. Morrison
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781610911221

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Wildlife Restoration by Michael L. Morrison Pdf

Wildlife Restoration links restoration ecology and wildlife management in an accessible and comprehensive guide to restoring wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend. It offers readers a thorough overview of the types of information needed in planning a wildlife-habitat restoration project and provides the basic tools necessary for developing and implementing a rigorous monitoring program. The book: explains the concepts of habitat and niche: their historic development, components, spatial-temporal relationships, and role in land management reviews how wildlife populations are identified and counted considers captive breeding, reintroduction, and translocation of animals discusses how wildlife and their habitat needs can be incorporated into restoration planning develops a solid justification for monitoring and good sampling design in restoration projects discusses and critiques case histories of wildlife analysis in restoration projectsThe author does not offer a "cookbook" approach, but rather provides basic tools for understanding ecological concepts that can be used to design restoration projects with specific goals for wildlife. He focuses on developing an integrated approach to large-scale landscape restoration. In addition, he provides guidance on where more advanced and detailed literature can be found.Wildlife Restoration sets forth a clear explanation of key principles of wildlife biology for the restorationist, and will allow wildlife biologists to bring the insights of their field to restoration projects. It is an essential source of information for everyone involved with studying, implementing, or managing wildlife restoration projects, including students, ecologists, administrators, government agency staff, and volunteer practitioners.

Author : Gary W. Barrett,George A. Feldhamer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2008-01-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387336664

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The Golden Mouse by Gary W. Barrett,George A. Feldhamer Pdf

If you’re thinking of Jason and the Argonauts, think again. In this book, the golden mouse is used as a model to explore conceptual issues in ecology across all levels of organization from organism to landscape, integrating reductionist and holistic ecological science. Through intensive study of a single species, the authors demonstrate biological and ecological information applicable to many fields, including conservation and resource management.

Author : United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Radiation Programs. Criteria and Standards Division
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Contamination (Technology)
ISBN : MINN:31951002846145X

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The Ecological Impact of Land Restoration and Cleanup by United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Radiation Programs. Criteria and Standards Division Pdf

Author : Justina Ray,Kent H. Redford,Robert Steneck,Joel Berger
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781597266093

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Large Carnivores and the Conservation of Biodiversity by Justina Ray,Kent H. Redford,Robert Steneck,Joel Berger Pdf

Large Carnivores and the Conservation of Biodiversity brings together more than thirty leading scientists and conservation practitioners to consider a key question in environmental conservation: Is the conservation of large carnivores in ecosystems that evolved with their presence equivalent to the conservation of biological diversity within those systems? Building their discussions from empirical, long-term data sets, contributors including James A. Estes, David S. Maehr, Tim McClanahan, Andrès J. Novaro, John Terborgh, and Rosie Woodroffe explore a variety of issues surrounding the link between predation and biodiversity: What is the evidence for or against the link? Is it stronger in marine systems? What are the implications for conservation strategies? Large Carnivores and the Conservation of Biodiversity is the first detailed, broad-scale examination of the empirical evidence regarding the role of large carnivores in biodiversity conservation in both marine and terrestrial ecosystems. It contributes to a much more precise and global understanding of when, where, and whether protecting and restoring top predators will directly contribute to the conservation of biodiversity. Everyone concerned with ecology, biodiversity, or large carnivores will find this volume a unique and thought-provoking analysis and synthesis.

Author : Devra G. Kleiman,Katerina V. Thompson,Charlotte Kirk Baer
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2010-08-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226440118

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Wild Mammals in Captivity by Devra G. Kleiman,Katerina V. Thompson,Charlotte Kirk Baer Pdf

Zoos, aquaria, and wildlife parks are vital centers of animal conservation and management. For nearly fifteen years, these institutions have relied on Wild Mammals in Captivity as the essential reference for their work. Now the book reemerges in a completely updated second edition. Wild Mammals in Captivity presents the most current thinking and practice in the care and management of wild mammals in zoos and other institutions. In one comprehensive volume, the editors have gathered the most current information from studies of animal behavior; advances in captive breeding; research in physiology, genetics, and nutrition; and new thinking in animal management and welfare. In this edition, more than three-quarters of the text is new, and information from more than seventy-five contributors is thoroughly updated. The standard text for all courses in zoo biology, Wild Mammals in Captivity will, in its new incarnation, continue to be used by zoo managers, animal caretakers, researchers, and anyone with an interest in how to manage animals in captive conditions.

Author : Defenders of Wildlife
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781597269100

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People and Predators by Defenders of Wildlife Pdf

Carnivores provide innumerable ecological benefits and play a unique role in preserving and maintaining ecosystem services and function, but at the same time they can create serious problems for human populations. A key question for conservation biologists and wildlife managers is how to manage the world's carnivore populations to conserve this important natural resource while mitigating harmful impacts on humans. In People and Predators, leading scientists and researchers offer case studies of human-carnivore conflicts in a variety of landscapes, including rural, urban, and political. The book covers a diverse range of taxa, geographic regions, and conflict scenarios, with each chapter dealing with a specific facet of human-carnivore interactions and offering practical, concrete approaches to resolving the conflict under consideration. Chapters provide background on particular problems and describe how challenges have been met or what research or tools are still needed to resolve the conflicts. People and Predators will helps readers to better understand issues of carnivore conservation in the 21st century, and provides practical tools for resolving many of the problems that stand between us and a future in which carnivores fulfill their historic ecological roles.

Author : Storm Cunningham
Publisher : Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2002-11-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781605096353

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The Restoration Economy by Storm Cunningham Pdf

The Restoration Economy reveals the previously undocumented trillion-dollar global industries that are restoring our natural and manmade environments. Restorative development is rapidly overtaking new development because we are running out of things to develop. Most natural areas are already either farmed or degraded, and cities have built all the way to their borders. However, there is no lack of things to redevelop and restore. Storm Cunningham surveys the wide range of restoration industries and points out the connections among them. He shows, for example, how the restoration of a river ecosystem can have a major impact on the commercial success of a redeveloped historic urban waterfront. Written for a broad range of audiences, The Restoration Economy is an entertaining blend of business, science, and economics that details exciting new business and investment opportunities in this dynamic economic sector.

Author : Bruce Rocheleau
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781107187306

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Wildlife Politics by Bruce Rocheleau Pdf

An analysis of forces affecting wildlife politics worldwide, covering topics such as overexploitation, hunting, ecotourism and trafficking.

Author : Canadian Parks Council
Publisher : National Parks Directorate Parks Canada Agency
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Ecosystem management
ISBN : UIUC:30112075777109

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Principles and Guidelines for Ecological Restoration in Canada's Protected Natural Areas by Canadian Parks Council Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9782831715339

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Ecological Restoration for Protected Areas by Anonim Pdf

Author : Stuart K. Allison
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2023-08-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781000934984

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Ecological Restoration and Environmental Change by Stuart K. Allison Pdf

Ecological Restoration and Environmental Change presents an introduction to the practice of renewing and restoring degraded, damaged, or destroyed ecosystems and habitats in the environment. The book addresses and challenges key issues which question the core values of the science and practice of restoration ecology. The author explains that the process of restoration has always been defined by human choices and examines the development of restoration practice, to describe different models of restoration with respect to balancing ecological benefit and cultural value. He develops ways to balance more actively these differing areas of concern while planning restorations. This new edition has been fully revised and updated to reflect changes in the field and the new challenges posed to restoration ecology in the face of the rapid pace of climate change. With strong coverage of North and South American, Europe, and Australia, this new edition has been expanded to also address indigenous perspectives and restoration projects in Africa, the Pacific Islands, and Asia. It places special emphasis on the need for restorationists to appreciate and understand the intricacies of planning and managing restorations in novel ecosystems. Lastly, it provides a critique of the new restoration standards published by the Society for Ecological Restoration in 2019. This book is essential reading for students on restoration ecology and conservation courses, as well as professionals and practitioners working on restoration projects.

Author : Nathalie Pettorelli,Sarah M. Durant,Johan T. du Toit
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2019-01-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781108472678

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Rewilding by Nathalie Pettorelli,Sarah M. Durant,Johan T. du Toit Pdf

Discusses the benefits and risks, as well as the economic and socio-political realities, of rewilding as a novel conservation tool.

Author : Steve Monfort,Jane Addison,Karsten Wesche,Yun Jäschke,Peter Leimgruber
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832525418

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Ecology, conservation, and restoration of grazing ecosystems in the anthropocene by Steve Monfort,Jane Addison,Karsten Wesche,Yun Jäschke,Peter Leimgruber Pdf