ISBN: 9781597266765

While tropical rainforests have received much conservation attention and support for their protection, temperate and boreal rainforests have been largely overlooked. Yet these ecosystems … Mehr…

While tropical rainforests have received much conservation attention and support for their protection, temperate and boreal rainforests have been largely overlooked. Yet these ecosystems are also unique, supporting rainforest communities rich in plants and wildlife and containing some of the most massive trees on Earth.   Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World brings together leading scientists from around the world to describe the ecology and conservation of these lesser-known rainforests in an attempt to place them on par with tropical rainforests in conservation efforts. The booksummarizes major scientific findingspresents new computer models that were used to standardize rainforest definitionsidentifies regions previously not widely recognized as rainforestprovides the latest estimates on rainforest extent and degree of protectionexplores conservation strategies  The book ends with a summary of the key ecological findings and outlines an ambitious vision of how we can conserve and manage the planet's remaining temperate and boreal rainforests in a truly ecological way that is better for nature, the climate, and ultimately our own welfare.   Temperate and Boreal Rainforests of the World is a call to action for an accord to protect the world's rainforests. It offers a global vision rooted in ecological science but written in common language useful for governments, decision makers, and conservation groups concerned about the plight of these remarkable forests. Books, [PU: Island Press]<

2010, ISBN: 9781597266765

Paperback, New., 336 p. Intended for college/higher education audience. Intended for professional and scholarly audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition… Mehr…

Paperback, New., 336 p. Intended for college/higher education audience. Intended for professional and scholarly audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers., Washington, [PU: Island Press]<

2010, ISBN: 1597266760

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[EAN: 9781597266765], Neubuch, [PU: Island Pr], 1st edition. 336 pages. 9.90x6.90x0.80 inches. In Stock.

2010, ISBN: 9781597266765

Paperback, BRAND NEW, 1597266760., [PU: Island Press]