| The Scientific Bases for Preservation of the Mariana Crow Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), Division on Earth and Life Studies (Author), Commission on Life Sciences (Author) |
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ISBN: 0309055814 ISBN-13: 9780309055819 Publisher: National Academies Press OUR PRICE: $38.00 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 1997 Annotation: The unique and fragile nature of environments found in oceanic island systems is well known. Through colonization and evolution, these relatively small land areas have evolved unique biota characterized by small populations, rare forms, and low phylogenetic diversity. Thus, while this report focuses on the challenges posed by preserving one species, the aga ( or Mariana crow ), it reflects the larger issues and challenges of biodiversity conservation in all oceanic island ecosystems. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Ecology - Science | Life Sciences - Zoology - General - Nature | Environmental Conservation & Protection - General |
| Dewey: 639.978 |
| LCCN: 96070149 |
| Physical Information: 0.32" H x 6" W x 9.02" (0.39 lbs) 103 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Ecology |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book, while focusing on current preservation challenges posed by the Aga, or Mariana crow, also reflects the larger issues and challenges of biodiversity conservation in all oceanic island ecosystems. It evaluates causes for the continuing decline of the Aga, which exists on only the two southernmost islands in the Mariana archipelago, Guam and Rota, and reviews actions to halt or reverse the decrease. This book reminds us of the importance and challenge of preserving the unique environmental heritage of islands of the Mariana archipelago, the need for increased knowledge to restore and maintain native species and habitats, and the compelling and lasting value of extensive public education to stimulate environmentally informed public policy development. |