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Author:   Kimberly M. Andrews (University of Georgia) ,  Priya Nanjappa (Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies) ,  Seth P. D. Riley (Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area)
Publisher:   Johns Hopkins University Press
Imprint:   Johns Hopkins University Press
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.40cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.794kg
ISBN:  

9781421416397

ISBN 10:   1421416395
Pages:   304
Publication Date:   27 July 2015
Recommended Age:   From 17
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order  
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Table of Contents

List of Contributors Foreword Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1. A History of Small Animal Road Ecology Chapter 2. Natural History and Physiological Characteristics of Small Animals in Relation to Roads Chapter 3. Direct Effects of Roads on Small Animal Populations Chapter 4. Road Effects on Habitat Quality for Small Animals Chapter 5. Engaging the Public in the Transportation Planning Process Chapter 6. The Current Planning and Design Process Chapter 7. Sources of Funding Practical Example 1 Chapter 8. Planning and Designing Mitigation of Road Effects on Small Animals Chapter 9. Mitigating Road Effects on Small Animals Chapter 10. Modifying Structures on Existing Roads to Enhance Wildlife Passage Chapter 11. Construction and Maintenance Chapter 12. Monitoring Road Effects and Mitigation Measures and Applying Adaptive Management Practical Example 2 Chapter 13. The Road Ahead Index

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Road kills seriously affect some animal populations, and this book should be required reading for high school and college students, faculty, and general readers. CHOICE Reviews This book is for people seeking ways to lessen the impact of roads and vehicular traffic on amphibians, reptiles, and mid- to small-sized mammals. Herpetological Review

Author Information

Kimberly M. Andrews is a wildlife researcher and graduate faculty member at the University of Georgia and the research coordinator at the Jekyll Island Authority. Priya Nanjappa is the amphibian and reptile coordinator at the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and a national coordinator for Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation. Seth P. D. Riley is a wildlife ecologist for the U.S. National Park Service. He is the coeditor of Urban Carnivores: Ecology, Conflict, and Conservation.

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