Large Herbivore Ecology, Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation

Large Herbivore Ecology, Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation John Pastor, Kjell Danell, Patrick Duncan, Roger B is available to download

Large Herbivore Ecology, Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation John Pastor, Kjell Danell, Patrick Duncan, Roger Bergström
Type:	eBook
Released:	2006
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Page Count:	523
Format:	pdf
Language:	English
ISBN-10:	0521536871

Most large herbivores require some type of management within their habitats.Large Herbivore Ecology, Ecosystem ... Textbook Some populations of large herbivores are at the brink of extinction, some are under discussion for reintroduction, whilst others already occur in dense populations causing conflicts with other land use. Large herbivores are the major drivers for forming the shape and function of terrestrial ecosystems. This book addresses the scientifically based action plans to manage both the large herbivore populations and their habitats worldwide. It covers the processes by which large herbivores not only affect their environment (e.g. grazing) but are affected by it (e.g. nutrient cycling) and the management strategies required. Also discussed are new modeling techniques, which help assess integration processes in a landscape context, as well as assessing the consequences of new developments in the processes of conservation. This book will be essential reading for all involved in the management of both large herbivores and natural resources.