Endangered Species
Yves Earhart
Traducteur A AI
Maison d'édition: Publifye
Synopsis
"Endangered Species" delivers a compelling exploration of the global plant extinction crisis, revealing that one in five plant species currently faces extinction - a rate that has increased 500-fold due to human activities.This comprehensive work bridges the gap between scientific research and practical conservation, examining both the causes of botanical biodiversity loss and the innovative solutions being implemented worldwide. The book progresses systematically from fundamental plant biology and ecology to specific conservation strategies, incorporating real-world case studies from six continents. Notable examples include the preservation of Hawaii's silversword and the restoration of Mediterranean cork oak woodlands.Through a unique combination of long-term ecological monitoring data, genetic studies, and climate modeling, the text presents evidence-based approaches to species preservation while highlighting the crucial intersection of modern science with traditional ecological knowledge. What sets this work apart is its holistic approach to plant conservation, connecting botanical science with climate research, indigenous knowledge, and economic implications.The authors draw from two decades of field research to provide detailed analyses of both successful and failed conservation efforts, making it invaluable for conservation professionals and environmental scientists while remaining accessible to general readers interested in biodiversity. The book concludes with practical protocols for endangered plant identification and conservation planning, offering tangible solutions for preserving our planet's botanical heritage.
Disponible depuis: 30/01/2025.
Longueur d'impression: 107 pages.
