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By: Bradley J Cardinale(Author), James D Murdoch(Author)
672 pages, colour photos, colour illustrations
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Conservation Biology introduces foundational theories and quantitative modelling knowledge while bringing together theory, applied and basic research, and hundreds of real-world examples and stories from dozens of disciplines to teach students how to become practising conservation biologists who protect and manage Earth's biodiversity.
By bridging the life sciences, social sciences, humanities, and engineering, this text inspires the next generation of conservation leaders to tackle complex environmental challenges and become effective stewards of the world's biodiversity. A major theme throughout the text is the active role that researchers, local communities, the general public, conservation organizations, and governments can play in protecting biodiversity.
The second edition of Conservation Biology is updated with the latest research, new interactive exercises, and improved diversity and inclusion to prepare upper-level undergraduates and graduate students for successful careers in conservation.
Contents
Part I Foundations of Conservation Biology
Chapter 1. The State of Our Planet
Chapter 2. The Rise of Conservation Biology
Chapter 3. Biodiversity Concepts and Measurement
Chapter 4. Global Patterns and Drivers of Biodiversity
Part II Importance of Biodiversity
Chapter 5. The Many Values of Biodiversity
Chapter 6. Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services
Chapter 7. Ecological Economics and Decision Making
Part III Threats to Biodiversity
Chapter 8. Extinction
Chapter 9. Habitat Loss, Fragmentation, and Degradation
Chapter 10. Overexploitation
Chapter 11. Invasive Alien Species
Chapter 12. Climate Change
Part IV Approaches to Conservation
Chapter 13. Species-Level Conservation
Chapter 14. Community and Ecosystem Conservation
Chapter 15. Landscape-Scale Conservation
Chapter 16. Ex Situ Conservation
Chapter 17. The Future of Conservation
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Textbook
New Edition
By: Bradley J Cardinale(Author), James D Murdoch(Author)
672 pages, colour photos, colour illustrations
Reviews of the first edition:
"Bradley Cardinale and his coauthors have channeled their expertise and insights to produce a wonderful new textbook on Conservation Biology. Along with the expected expert contributions on biodiversity and its patterns, drivers, and threats, there are novel transdisciplinary sections on ethics, morals, and values associated with conservation, all brought to life through vivid imagery, case studies, and inspirational stories. I have no doubt that this book will be a fundamental resource for a generation of conservation scientists to come."
– Robin Naidoo, Senior Conservation Scientist, World Wildlife Fund
"This textbook is absolutely terrific! The stories and examples are enlightening and bring the whole subject to life in a scientifically compelling and personally engaging way. The illustrations are superb and the tools and approaches are state-of-the-art. The book is a tremendous asset for researchers, educators, students, and practitioners."
– Gretchen Daily, Stanford University
"This new textbook on conservation biology surpasses all previous texts, especially in its thorough coverage of the drivers and values of biodiversity, the threats, and available solutions. It will be of interest not only to the target audience (upper-division undergraduate and beginning graduate students), but to anyone interested in nature and conservation. The high quality of this book reflects the combined expertise and writing skills of the authors."
– Reed Noss, former editor-in-chief of Conservation Biology and past-president, Society for Conservation Biology
"Conservation Biology is up to date and engaging, with excellent examples from in situ and ex situ programs. It has a more hands-on approach and a global perspective that is just what I am looking for. The text includes many examples with a global perspective on key components such as biodiversity loss, climate change, and remedial actions."
– Nicole Duplaix, Oregon State University
"Cardinale's Conservation Biology is an excellent text that takes the best of previous texts and adds interactive and applied content to better engage modern students."
– Stephen G. Mech, Albright College
"The writing style is very clear, understandable, and engaging, while not compromising detail and rigor."
– Jay T. Lennon, Indiana University
"I found the balance of material to be outstanding and especially liked the concrete, real-world examples and website links that really bring the material to life and make it especially relevant."
– Mark Manteuffel, Washington University in St. Louis
