W., David (Director of the Wildlife Conservation Resea Macdonald
Biodiversity Conservation: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199592272
- author:
- W., David (Director of the Wildlife Conservation Resea Macdonald
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 17.5 x 11 x 1.4 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, Ecology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Biodiversity Conservation: A Very Short Introduction by David W. Macdonald explores the concept of biodiversity and its importance in maintaining the world's natural cycles and resources. Current extinction rates are significantly higher than background levels, with a quarter of all known mammalian species at risk, primarily due to human impact. The book delves into the basic biological processes involved in biodiversity, including evolutionary, ecological, and behavioral aspects, as well as the various threats to biodiversity and potential solutions. Macdonald concludes by considering the future of biodiversity conservation, highlighting its significance for human life and the environment. This introduction is part of Oxford University Press's Very Short Introductions series, offering a concise and accessible overview of a key subject area.
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