Biology and Wildlife of the Mediterranean Region
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1999
Oxford University Press (Verlag)
978-0-19-850035-3 (ISBN)
Oxford University Press (Verlag)
978-0-19-850035-3 (ISBN)
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The Mediterranean is exceptional not only for its ecological diversity, but also because of its long history of interactions between humans and the other flora and fauna of the region. This book synthesises the ecological aspects of Mediterranean biota and their habitats. It is of interest to researchers, naturalists, and ecotourists.
The Mediterranean is an outstanding 'hot- spot' of biological diversity. It is exceptional not only for this, but also because of its long history of interactions between its human inhabitants and the other fauna and flora of the region. The cradle of many civilizations, the Mediterranean region has been host to humans for thousands of years. This book is the first to synthesise our current understanding of the ecology, biology, and geology of Mediterranean animals, birds, and plants, and their habitats. The authors focus on the unique historical determinants and spatial patterns of Mediterranean biodiversity. In particular, the dramatic impacts of long-term human activities on the region's landscapes, flora, and fauna, are considered. This fascinating story will be of interest to researchers and students in ecology, biology, conservation, and geography, as well as to naturalists, and ecotourists visiting this popular holiday region.
The Mediterranean is an outstanding 'hot- spot' of biological diversity. It is exceptional not only for this, but also because of its long history of interactions between its human inhabitants and the other fauna and flora of the region. The cradle of many civilizations, the Mediterranean region has been host to humans for thousands of years. This book is the first to synthesise our current understanding of the ecology, biology, and geology of Mediterranean animals, birds, and plants, and their habitats. The authors focus on the unique historical determinants and spatial patterns of Mediterranean biodiversity. In particular, the dramatic impacts of long-term human activities on the region's landscapes, flora, and fauna, are considered. This fascinating story will be of interest to researchers and students in ecology, biology, conservation, and geography, as well as to naturalists, and ecotourists visiting this popular holiday region.
Preface; 1. Setting the scene; 2. Determinants of present-day biodiversity; 3. Present-day biodiversity: plants and animals; 4. Scales of observation; 5. A patchwork of habitats; 6. Populations, species, and community variations; 7. Life history traits and ecosystem functioning; 8. Man as sculptor of Mediterranean landscapes; 9. Biodiversity ups and downs; 10. Challenges for the future; Glossary; References
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 1.11.1999 |
|---|---|
| Co-Autor | James Aronson |
| Zusatzinfo | numerous line illustrations |
| Verlagsort | Oxford |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Themenwelt | Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Limnologie / Meeresbiologie |
| Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Ökologie / Naturschutz | |
| Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Zoologie | |
| Naturwissenschaften ► Geowissenschaften ► Geografie / Kartografie | |
| ISBN-10 | 0-19-850035-1 / 0198500351 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-19-850035-3 / 9780198500353 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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