Ecology and Conservation of the Sirenia : Dugongs and Manatees

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Book Title
Ecology and Conservation of the Sirenia : Dugongs and Manatees Pa
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ISBN
9780521716437
Subject Area
Nature, Science
Publication Name
Ecology and Conservation of the Sirenia : Dugongs and Manatees
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Item Length
10.1 in
Subject
Life Sciences / Ecology, Animals / Marine Life
Publication Year
2011
Series
Conservation Biology Ser.
Type
Textbook
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Item Height
1 in
Author
John E. Reynolds III, Thomas J. O'shea, Helene Marsh
Item Weight
30 Oz
Item Width
6 in
Number of Pages
536 Pages
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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10
0521716438
ISBN-13
9780521716437
eBay Product ID (ePID)
102975895

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Number of Pages
536 Pages
Publication Name
Ecology and Conservation of the Sirenia : Dugongs and Manatees
Language
English
Subject
Life Sciences / Ecology, Animals / Marine Life
Publication Year
2011
Type
Textbook
Author
John E. Reynolds III, Thomas J. O'shea, Helene Marsh
Subject Area
Nature, Science
Series
Conservation Biology Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

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Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
30 Oz
Item Length
10.1 in
Item Width
6 in

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Scholarly & Professional
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
"... this book is a synthesis and communication tool for the ongoing work of hundreds of people, from field researchers in Florida or students in Australia to villagers in Senegal." Oryx, "Drs. Helene Marsh, Thomas O'Shea, and John Reynolds represent over 100 years of research legacy through their commitment and dedication to advancing the understanding of these once little known representatives of a unique order of mammals. It is evident from the size of the tome that they have provided detail for the reader that will exceed the greatest expectations. Not surprisingly, after reading this fascinating and comprehensively clear book, I am duly impressed, as you will likely be." Robert Bonde, Ecology, "Helene Marsh, Tom O'Shea, and John Reynolds all stand in the 1st rank amoung the scores of workers who have contributed to our knowledge of the living sirenians during the past 35 years... Each is distinguished by the quantity and quality of his or her original research and conservation efforts regarding these endangered marine mammals. No one alive or dead would be better qualified to synthesize the present state of that knowledge - especially because they are jointly responsbile for so much of it. We are fortunate to have from their hands this magisterial digest of what is known about the ecology and conservation of the sirenians. If the answer to your question on these topics isn't here, it probably isn't in the primary literature either." Daryl Domning, Journal of Mammalogy, 'This is an essential reference for all serious workers on sirenians, as well as marine mammalogists and biologists in general who need authoritative, detailed, current, digestible information on this group of endangered species. It will stand for years to come as the definitive textbook on sirenians.' Journal of Mammalogy, 'This volume will be a welcome addition to any reference library and particularly is recommended for the library of all conservation-minded students interested in this unique group of mammals.' Ecology, 'At last we have a scholarly guide to the literature for 'the other marine mammals', the Sirenia … This book provides an excellent summary of what we know, what is needed and what still needs to be learned. Hopefully it will help to prevent other sirenians from following Steller's sea cow … to extinction. The value of the book is further enhanced by online appendices containing supplementary material in extensive tables, for example on food plants eaten and parasites hosted.' Marine Biology Research, '… this book is a synthesis and communication tool for the ongoing work of hundreds of people, from field researchers in Florida or students in Australia to villagers in Senegal.' Oryx, "This volume is the most complete single scholarly source on the subject of sirenian ecology and conservation, and is likely to be so for some time. It is an essential book for all professionals engaged in sirenian conservation or research activities, and will also be a welcome addition to the libraries of other marine mammalogists." Roger Reep, University of Florida, Gainesville, for Marine Mammal Science, "... a most worth addition to the set. This book provides an excellent summary of what we know, what is needed and what still needs to be learned." Lawrence M. Dill, Marine Biology Research, "Drs. Helene Marsh, Thomas O'Shea, and John Reynolds represent over 100 years of research legacy through their commitment and dedication to advancing the understanding of these once little known representatives of a unique order of mammals. It is evident from the size of the tome that they have provided detail for the reader that will exceed the greatest expectations. Not surprisingly, after reading this fascinating and comprehensively clear book, I am duly impressed , as you will likely be." Robert Bonde, Ecology, 'It is clear that this volume was a labor of love, and the result of substantial feedback from colleagues across many disciplines, over many years. The result is an accessible and rich summary that is worthwhile for anyone interested in the ecological history and fate of marine mammals.' The Quarterly Review of Biology, "... this book is a synthesis and communication tool for the ongoing work of hundreds of people, from field researchers in Florida or students in Australia to villagers in Senegal. The aim is to provide a creative and practical way to sustain a healthy environment for these unique aquatic mammals, and for us all." Edita Magileviciute, Oryx
Series Volume Number
Series Number 18
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
599.55
Table Of Content
Foreword John G. Robinson; Preface; Acknowledgements; Frontispiece; 1. Introduction; 2. Steller's sea cow: discovery, biology and exploitation of a relict giant sirenian; 3. Affinities, origins and diversity of the sirenia through time; 4. Feeding biology; 5. Behaviour and habitat use; 6. Life history, reproductive biology and population dynamics; 7. Threats; 8. Conservation status: criteria, methods and an assessment of the extant species of sirenia; 9. Conservation opportunities; References; List of online supplementary materials; Index.
Synopsis
Providing comparative information on all four surviving species, this book synthesises the ecological and related knowledge pertinent to understanding the biology and conservation of dugongs and manatees. It presents detailed scientific summaries, covering sirenian feeding biology; reproduction and population dynamics; behavioural ecology; habitat requirements and threats to their continued existence., Dugongs and manatees, the only fully aquatic herbivorous mammals, live in the coastal waters, rivers and lakes of more than 80 subtropical and tropical countries. Symbols of fierce conservation battles, sirenian populations are threatened by multiple global problems. Providing comparative information on all four surviving species, this book synthesises the ecological and related knowledge pertinent to understanding the biology and conservation of the sirenia. It presents detailed scientific summaries, covering sirenian feeding biology; reproduction and population dynamics; behavioural ecology; habitat requirements and threats to their continued existence. Outlining the current conservation status of the sirenian taxa, this unique study will equip researchers and professionals with the scientific knowledge required to develop proactive, precautionary and achievable strategies to conserve dugongs and manatees. Supplementary material is available online at: www.cambridge.org/9780521888288.
LC Classification Number
QL737.S6M37 2011

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  • by r-mommab
    Feb 08, 2021

    Manatees and Dugongs

    There is a lot of information in the book if you want to learn about manatees and dugongs.Only thing I wish the book had was the photos be in color. Other then that a great book to read.

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