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OverviewThis book is the result of the first global conference on mountain biodiversity, and is a contribution to the International Year of Mountains, 2002. The Global Mountain Biodiversity Assessment program is a Special Target Area Region project of DIVERSITAS (UNESCO and UNEP). Biological diversity is essential for the integrity of mountain ecosystems and this dependency is likely to increase as environmental (climate) and social conditions change. Steep terrain and climate, and severe land-use pressure cause mountain ecosystems to rank among the world's most endangered landscapes. The 28 chapters in this book represent research on the biological riches in all major mountain ranges of the world, and synthesize existing knowledge on mountain biodiversity - from diversity of bacteria, plants and animals to human diversity. The book is divided into five sections: an introduction providing an overview of the issues; plant and animal diversity; climate change and mountain biodiversity; land use and conservation; and a synthesis. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Christian Korner , Eva M. Spehn , Eva M. Spehn (University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland University of Basel, Switzerland University of Basel, Switzerland) , Cynthia BeallPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: CRC Press Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.10cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.889kg ISBN: 9781842140918ISBN 10: 1842140914 Pages: 350 Publication Date: 09 July 2002 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationChristian Korner, Eva M. Spehn Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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