Handbook of Biodiversity Methods
Handbook of Biodiversity Methods
Matthew Fasham , RPS Group plc, UK
Graham Tucker , Ecological Solutions, UK
Michael Shewry , Scottish Natural Heritage
Philip Shaw , Scottish Natural Heritage
AUD$269.95
exc GSTBiodiversity is recognised to be of global importance, yet species and habitats continue to be under increasing pressure from human-induced influences. Environmental concerns are high on the political agenda, driving increased legislation to protect the natural environment. The starting point for much of this legislation is the requirement for a comprehensive biodiversity audit. For those needing to undertake such audits, this Handbook, first published in 2005, provides standard procedures which will enable practitioners to better monitor the condition of the biodiversity resource, resulting in improved data upon which to base future policy decisions and actions. Organised in three parts, the Handbook first addresses planning, covering method selection, experimental design, sampling strategy, and data analysis and evaluation. The second part describes survey, evaluation and monitoring methods for a broad range of habitats. Part three considers species and provides information on general methods before addressing specific methods of survey and monitoring for the major taxonomic groups.
- Comprehensive - provides best practice methods for surveying a broad range of habitats and species
- Unique in providing information on both survey methods and on current methods for evaluating ecological data in a single volume
- Authoritative - written and edited by a team of experienced field ecologists
Reviews & endorsements
'Many consultants and project students should find it very helpful.' Ibis
'The Handbook draws together much material that has usually been scattered in the literature. … Numerous approaches to biodiversity evaluation are described and discussed in its pages and a practical focus is maintained throughout.' Biologist
'… impressive … Extremely helpful …' Basic and Applied Ecology
'When I opened it and started to flick through it I found that I was drawn into reading section after section. … well written and covers each separate subject concisely … It is difficult to find fault with this publication … in time this handbook will become the standard text for biodiversity monitoring and will grace the shelves of consultants, wildlife professionals and conservation workers alike.' BRISC Recorder News
'… a valuable reference for anyone involved in the many biodiversity audits … well set out and easy to read … useful diagrams … The authors and editors of this handbook are all experienced field ecologists and highly respected authorities …' In Practice
Product details
September 2005Adobe eBook Reader
9780511124075
0 pages
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28 b/w illus. 58 tables
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Table of Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Part I. Planning M. Fasham, G. Tucker, A. Bennett, T. Rich, M. Shewry, P. Shaw and M. Wade:
- 1. Introduction to Part 1
- 2. Planning a programme
- 3. Evaluation methods
- Part II. Habitats G. Tucker, M. Fasham, T. Rich, M. Rebane, G. Peterken, F. McMeechan and R. Birnie:
- 4. Introduction to Part 2
- 5. Habitat requirements and issues
- 6. Methods for surveying habitats
- 7. Surveying and monitoring management or environmental impacts
- 8. Habitat conservation evaluation criteria
- Part III. Species:
- 9. Introduction to Part 3
- 10. General principles and methods for species M. Fasham and S. Mustoe
- 11. Fungi R. Watling, M. Fasham and D. Dobson
- 12. Lichens S. Davey, M. Fasham and D. Dobson
- 13. Bryophytes G. Rothero, D. Dobson and M. Fasham
- 14. Aquatic macrophytes and algae N. Stewart and M. Wade
- 15. Vascular plants T. Rich, V. Hack and F. McMeechan
- 16. Dragonflies and damselflies C. Plant, R. Sands and M. Fasham
- 17. Butterflies C. Plant, R. Sands and M. Fasham
- 18. Macromoths C. Plant, R. Sands and M. Fasham
- 19. Other terrestrial invertebrates P. Dennis, C. Plant, R. Sands and M. Fasham
- 20. Aquatic invertebrates P. Kerrison, T. Norman and M. Fasham
- 21. Fish N. Giles, R. Sands and M. Fasham
- 22. Amphibians D. Latham, E. Jones and M. Fasham
- 23. Reptiles D. Latham, E. Jones and M. Fasham
- 24. Birds S. Mustoe, D. Hill, D. Frost and G. Tucker
- 25. Bats R. Stebbings, H. Mansfield and M. Fasham
- 26. Other mammals A. Bennett, P. Ratcliffe, E. Jones, H. Mansfield and R. Sands
- Acknowledgements
- Glossary, Appendices
- Recommended sources of further information
- References
- Index.
