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Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 2831709237
Author : Neil Cox,Janice Chanson,Simon Stuart
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Nature
ISBN : 2831709121
The Mediterranean-rim countries hold around 400 million people and 135 million of them live on the coast. A steady migration towards coastal areas, specifically in the south and east of the Mediterranean, is causing pressure on the coastal environment and, more importantly, on its biodiversity. In this second Mediterranean regional assessment, all the reptile and amphibian species existing within the region of study have been evaluated for their global conservation status. This assessment aims to assist in regional planning and to help identify internationally important sites for biodiversity. Like the first in the series, it also hopes to encourage development of a network of regional experts to enable future assessments and the continued updating of the baseline dataset.
Author : Elisa Riservato,Jean-Pierre Boudot,Sônia Ferreira,Milos Jovic,Vincent J. Kalkman,Wolfgang Schneider,Boudjema Samraoui,Annabelle Cuttelod
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 43 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9782831711614
This report contains a review of the conservation status of 165 Mediterranean species of dragonflies occurring in the Mediterranean basin, according to the IUCN regional Red Listing criteria. It identifies species that are threatened with extinction at regional level so that appropriate conservation action can be taken improve their status.
Author : Kevin G. Smith,Violeta Barrios,William R.T. Darwall,Catherine Numa
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 149 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9782831716992
The Eastern Mediterranean region supports just over 4.4% of the global human population yet contains only 1.1% of its renewable water resources, which are under constant threat from the impacts of unsustainable water withdrawal, dam development and climate change. This IUCN report and accompanying dataset represents a major advance in the provision of information to help incorporate biodiversity needs into water development planning processes within an Integrated River Basin Management framework. This volume includes species information compiled for each river and lake sub-basin and incorporates information from the assessment conducted by IUCN's Global Species Programme, in collaboration with its partners, of the status and distribution of all described species of freshwater fishes, molluscs, odonates, and plants from across the Eastern Mediterranean with existing information for species of freshwater dependent amphibians, birds, crustaceans, and mammals. This work represents the most comprehensive assessment yet of freshwater biodiversity at the species level for this part of the world.
Author : Kevin G. Smith,W. R. T. Darwall
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Endangered species
ISBN : 2831709083
Author : David James Allen
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Freshwater biodiversity
ISBN : 9782831713243
Author : Nieves García,Annabelle Cuttelod,Dania Abdul Malak
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Freshwater biodiversity
ISBN : 9782831712710
This assessment is the first overview of the conservation status of 877 northern African freshwater species belonging to five taxonomic groupsfish, molluscs, dragonflies and damselflies, freshwater crabs and aquatic plantsin accordance with the IUCN regional Red List guidelines. Species at risk of regional extinction are mapped and conservation measures are proposed to reduce the probability of future declines.
Author : E. G. E. Brooks,W. R. T. Darwall
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9782831713267
One of the main reasons cited for inadequate representation of biodiversity in the development processes is a lack of readily available information on inland water taxa. In response to this need for basic for information on species, the IUCN Species Programme conducted a regional assessment of the status and distribution of 2,261 taxa of freshwater fishes, molluscs, odonates, crabs and selected families of aquatic plants from throughout central Africa. This study is based on the collation and analysis of existing information, and the knowledge of regional experts.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Fish populations
ISBN : 9782831713076
Author : Will Darwall,D. Tweddle,K. Smith,P. Skelton
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9782831711263
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Author : Borna Fuerst-Bjeliš
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789535135852
What is the Mediterranean? The perception of the Mediterranean leans equally on the nature, culture, history, lifestyle, and landscape. To approach the question of identity, it seems that we have to give importance to all of these. There is no Mediterranean identity, but Mediterranean identities. Mediterranean is not about the homogeneity and uniformity, but about the unity that comes from diversities, contacts, and interconnections. The book tends to embrace the environment, society, and culture of the Mediterranean in their multiple and unique interconnections over the millennia, contributing to the better understanding of the essential human-environmental interrelations. The choice of 17 chapters of the book, written by a number of prominent scholars, clearly shows the necessity of the interdisciplinary approach to the Mediterranean identity issues. The book stresses the most serious concerns of the Mediterranean today - threats to biodiversity, risks, and hazards - mostly the increasing wildfires and finally depletion of traditional Mediterranean practices and landscapes, as constituent parts of the Mediterranean heritage.
Author : Jean-Christophe Vié,Craig Hilton-Taylor,S. N. Stuart
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Biodiversity conservation
ISBN : 9782831710631
"Wildlife in a Changing World" presents an analysis of the 2008 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Beginning with an explanation of the IUCN Red List as a key conservation tool, it goes on to discuss the state of the world s species and provides the latest information on the patterns of species facing extinction in some of the most important ecosystems in the world, highlighting the reasons behind their declining status. Areas of focus in the report include: freshwater biodiversity, the status of the world s marine species, species susceptibility to climate change impacts, the Mediterranean biodiversity hot spot, and broadening the coverage of biodiversity assessments."
Author : Norman Maclean
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 421 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2023-04-30
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781108499828
This comprehensive volume describes the present state of wildlife on a global scale, using a taxonomic approach.
Author : Philippe Geniez
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2018-05-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691172392
This is a fully up-to-date and comprehensive photographic field guide to the snakes of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Lavishly illustrated with 387 color photographs, it includes coverage of all 122 snake species found in these regions. The guide's detailed introduction discusses snake anatomy, biology, habitats and taxonomy. It also explores the health of snakes in captivity and conservation measures, and provides a succinct explanation of the chemical composition, physical effects and cultural uses of snake venom. Species accounts are arranged taxonomically and provide identification features, a description of the species' habitat and behavior and information about whether a snake is venomous. Abundant distribution maps describe each species' geographic variation and usual habitats. Clear photos aid identification and are supplemented with illustrations highlighting key anatomical features. A table of all species, country by country, is included at the back of the book. The first dedicated field guide on snakes to appear in many years, Snakes of Europe, North Africaand the Middle East will be indispensable for anyone interested in learning more about these unique reptiles. Highlights all 122 snake species found in the region Features 387 excellent photos supplemented with diagrams Reflects most recent classification and scientific research Provides each species' identification details, habitat, behavior and much more Includes distribution maps for all species
Author : Delivering Alien Invasive Species
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 421 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2008-11-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402082801
Biological invasions by alien (non-native) species are widely recognized as a significant component of human-caused global environmental change and the second most important cause of biodiversity decline. Alien species threaten many European ecosystems and have serious environmental, economic and health impacts. The DAISIE (Delivering Alien Invasive Species Inventories for Europe) project has now brought together all available information on alien species in Europe (terrestrial, aquatic and marine) and from all taxa (fungi, plants, animals). Thus for the first time, an overview and assessment of biological invasions in the Pan-European region is finally possible. The Handbook of Alien Species in Europe summarises the major findings of this groundbreaking research and addresses the invasion trends, pathways, and both economic as well as ecological impact for eight major taxonomic groups. Approximately 11.000 alien species recorded in Europe are listed, and fact sheets for 100 of the most invasive alien species are included, each with a distribution map and colour illustration. The book is complemented by a regularly updated internet database providing free additional information. With its highly interdisciplinary approach, DAISIE and its Handbook will be the basis for future scientific investigations as well as management and control of alien invasive species in Europe.