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Marine Ecosystems: Human Impacts on Biodiversity, Functioning and Services (Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation)
Tasman P. Crowe
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Description for Marine Ecosystems: Human Impacts on Biodiversity, Functioning and Services (Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation)
paperback. A critical synthesis of key concepts for understanding human impacts on marine ecosystems and for decision-making based on ecosystem services. Series: Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation. Num Pages: 406 pages, 33 b/w illus. 9 colour illus. 17 tables. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSPM. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 662.
Ecosystem services are emerging as a key driver of conservation policy and environmental management. Delivery of ecosystem services depends on the efficient functioning of ecosystems, which in turn depends on biodiversity and environmental conditions. Many marine ecosystems are extremely productive and highly valued, but they are increasingly threatened by human activities. With contributions from leading researchers, this volume synthesises current understanding of the effects on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning caused by a variety of human activities and pressures at play in coastal marine ecosystems. The authors examine the likely consequences for ecosystem service provision, covering key topics including fisheries, aquaculture, ... Read more
Ecosystem services are emerging as a key driver of conservation policy and environmental management. Delivery of ecosystem services depends on the efficient functioning of ecosystems, which in turn depends on biodiversity and environmental conditions. Many marine ecosystems are extremely productive and highly valued, but they are increasingly threatened by human activities. With contributions from leading researchers, this volume synthesises current understanding of the effects on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning caused by a variety of human activities and pressures at play in coastal marine ecosystems. The authors examine the likely consequences for ecosystem service provision, covering key topics including fisheries, aquaculture, ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Condition
New
Series
Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation
Number of Pages
406
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781107675087
SKU
V9781107675087
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Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-12
About Tasman P. Crowe
Tasman P. Crowe is Associate Dean of Science and a member of the Earth Institute and the School of Biology and Environmental Science at University College Dublin. He has undertaken research in Australia, Indonesia, Vanuatu, Ireland, the UK and continental Europe, studying individual and combined impacts of a range of stressors on marine benthic habitats, particularly rocky shores, and field-based ... Read more
Reviews for Marine Ecosystems: Human Impacts on Biodiversity, Functioning and Services (Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation)
'… a valuable tool for those involved in policy and resource management.' Choice '… a balanced, engaging, and useful volume. It is a delight to read and concise. This publication provides a much-needed and effective bridge between the academic state of the art and the policy actions the science might be invoked to support. The book is well suited for ... Read more