A Primer of Conservation Genetics
A Primer of Conservation Genetics
Jonathan D. Ballou, Smithsonian National Zoological Park, Washington DC
David A. Briscoe, Macquarie University, Sydney
Karina H. McInnes
£49.00
GBPThis concise, entry level text provides an introduction to the importance of genetic studies in conservation and presents the essentials of the discipline in an easy-to-follow format, with main points and terms clearly highlighted. The authors assume only a basic knowledge of Mendelian genetics and simple statistics, making the book accessible to those with a limited background in these areas. Connections between conservation genetics and the wider field of conservation biology are interwoven throughout the book. Worked examples are provided throughout to help illustrate key equations and glossary and suggestions for further reading provide additional support for the reader. Many beautiful pen and ink portraits of endangered species are included to enhance the text. Written for short, introductory level courses in genetics, conservation genetics and conservation biology, this book will also be suitable for practising conservation biologists, zoo biologists and wildlife managers.
- Requires only a basic background in genetics
- Presented in an easy-to-follow format, with main points and terms clearly highlighted
- Worked examples provided throughout to help illustrate key equations
- A glossary and suggestions for further reading provide additional support
- Copiously illustrated with beautiful pen and ink portraits of endangered species
Reviews & endorsements
'A Primer of Conservation Genetics is ideal for absolute beginners as well as those seeking to consolidate knowledge. The authors bring to the book the wealth of their own experience in laboratory experimentation, hands-on genetic management and empirical data collection … So will A Primer of Conservation Genetics lead to greater advantage being taken of the opportunities offered by conservation genetics to aid in the preservation of our wondrous mammalian diversity? I believe its effective promotion of a greater understanding of genetic concepts is a major step in the right direction.' Australian Mammalogy Reviews
'… as an introduction to conservation genetics for the undergraduate or novice practitioner, this book is excellent, and there is presently no other resource that covers the subject at this level. I strongly recommend it to anyone who is involved in conservation, in any context and at any level, but who lacks a basic understanding of the genetic issues that are increasingly being recognized as a great importance in conservation biology.' Oryx
'All you need is in this book … This is only a primer, and an excellent one, so good students will want more. It provides exactly what it says on the cover.' Biologist
'I enjoyed reading the Primer of Conservation Genetics, and I would definitely recommend it as a first introduction to the field of conservation genetics.' Plant Systematics and Evolution
'… it is written in an easy-to-read style, gives a good overview (or refresher for the older ones of us) and provides interesting examples. I felt that the book could also serve as a textbook for a graduate course on population genetics. … I enjoyed reading the Primer of Conservation Genetics, and I would definitely recommend it as a first introduction to the field of conservation genetics.' Plant Systematics and Evolution
Product details
February 2004Paperback
9780521538275
236 pages
257 × 183 × 13 mm
0.6kg
166 b/w illus. 16 tables
Available
Table of Contents
- Preface
- Take home messages
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Genetic diversity
- 3. Evolutionary genetics of natural populations
- 4. Genetic consequences of small population size
- 5. Genetics and extinction
- 6. Resolving taxonomic uncertainties and defining management units
- 7. Genetic management of endangered species in the wild
- 8. Captive breeding and reintroduction
- 9. Molecular genetics in forensics and understanding species biology
- Final messages
- Glossary
- Sources and copyright acknowledgements
- Index.
