Overview

Originally published in 1979, Serengeti: Dynamics of an Ecosystem was immediately recognized as the first synthesis of the patterns and processes of a major ecosystem. A prototype for initial studies, Serengeti contains baseline data for further and comparative studies of ecosystems. The new Serengeti II builds on the information presented originally in Serengeti; both books together offer essential information and insights for ecology and conservation biology.

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Author:   A. R. E. Sinclair ,  M. Norton-Griffiths ,  M. Norton-Griffiths
Publisher:   The University of Chicago Press
Imprint:   University of Chicago Press
Edition:   New edition
Dimensions:   Width: 1.70cm , Height: 0.20cm , Length: 2.40cm
Weight:   0.709kg
ISBN:  

9780226760292

ISBN 10:   0226760294
Pages:   397
Publication Date:   01 June 1995
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Preface Acknowledgments 1: Dynamics of the Serengeti Ecosystem: Process and Pattern A. R. E. Sinclair 2: The Serengeti Environment A. R. E. Sinclair 3: Grassland-Herbivore Dynamics S. J. McNaughton 4: The Eruption of the Ruminants A. R. E. Sinclair 5: The Migration and Grazing Succession Linda Maddock 6: Feeding Strategy and the Pattern of Resource-Partitioning in Ungulates P. J. Jarman, A. R. E. Sinclair. 7: Energy Costs of Locomotion and the Concept of Foraging Radius C. J. Pennycuick 8: The Dynamics of Ungulate Social Organization P. J. Jarman, M. V. Jarman. 9: Serengeti Predators and Their Social Systems Brian C. R. Bertram 10: Population Changes in Lions and Other Predators J. P. Hanby, J. D. Bygott. 11: The Adaptations of Scavengers D. C. Houston 12: A Simulation of the Wildebeest Population, Other Ungulates, and Their Predators Ray Hilborn, A. R. E. Sinclair. 13: The Influence of Grazing, Browsing, and Fire on the Vegetation Dynamics of the Serengeti M. Norton-Griffiths Appendix A: Changes in Populations of Resident Ungulates J. J. R. Grimsdelt Appendix B: Scientific and Common Names of Serengeti Mammal and Bird Species Mentioned in the Text Appendix C: Bibliography of Serengeti Scientific Publications Index

Reviews

The editors of this volume have drawn together a number of experienced ecologists who have attempted to view their research within the broad framework of the Serengeti ecosystem. The book represents one of the most complete and thought-provoking attempts to analyze an African grassland ecosystem to date and will be a valuable source for all students and researchers engaged in the study of ecology in the tropics. Above all, perhaps, we may hope that as a result of the appearance of this valuable volume the work of the Serengeti Research Institute will not die. --Science Exceptional research coverage of this ecosystem. --Animal Behaviour

Exceptional research coverage of this ecosystem. -- Animal Behaviour The editors of this volume have drawn together a number of experienced ecologists who have attempted to view their research within the broad framework of the Serengeti ecosystem. The book represents one of the most complete and thought-provoking attempts to analyze an African grassland ecosystem to date and will be a valuable source for all students and researchers engaged in the study of ecology in the tropics. Above all, perhaps, we may hope that as a result of the appearance of this valuable volume the work of the Serengeti Research Institute will not die. -- Science

Author Information

A. R. E. Sinclair is professor in the Biodiversity Research Centre at the University of British Columbia.

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