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This is the first book on captive animal behaviour, applied to welfare. It enables all aspects of zoo husbandry and management (nutrition, enclosure design, handling and training, enrichment, population management) to be based on a sound knowledge of the species, its evolutionary and natural history.

Questo libro comprende una lunga ricerca sul comportamento di spaziatura e sul sistema di accoppiamento sociale e genetico del topo del mais Calomys musculinus. Il libro si propone di far conoscere diversi aspetti dell'ecologia comportamentale di questa specie che abita gli ecosistemi agrari pampeani dell'Argentina centrale e nord-occidentale. La specie è un buon colonizzatore di habitat disturbati e mostra un habitat e una nicchia trofica più ampia rispetto ad altre specie di roditori coesistenti. Inoltre, questa specie è molto importante in relazione al suo ruolo di serbatoio del virus Junín, l'agente eziologico della febbre emorragica argentina.

This book brings together chapters related to sustainable utilization of biological resources, including in situ and ex situ conservation of rare, endangered, and threatened plants. The title also gives a special emphasis on marine sponges and mangrove ecosystems, which are two important untapped potential resources of the marine ecosystem and play a key role in maintaining the marine ecosystem. There is an urgent need for the conservation, exploration and utilization of bioresources for the growth and survival of human beings. Due to the significant reduction in biological resources, many countries are developing strategic action plans for the conservation and sustainable use of biological resources. That is where this book fills the gap by discussing the significant development of new products and methodologies for sustainable utilization of these resources. This book also unveils a world of novel bioactive molecules from medicinal plants and the marine ecosystem and explains how drug design pipelines can advance modern drug development. The target audiences for this book include biodiversity researchers who are working on technology and bioresource management issues and faculty and students in the environment research areas and Biodiversity conservation.

In the monograph at present, the study of small mammal populations in the ecosystem, as well as insufficient attention paid to such species from a scientific point of view, requires in-depth study as an indicator in the study of the state of the environment, not only in Uzbekistan, but in all developed countries. It is known that small mammals actively participate in the food chain in nature and have their own place. Proceeding from this, the monograph is built on the use of modern ecological methods and publication of results in leading scientific publications, discussion and confirmation by leading specialists in the study of ecological features of the population of small mammals of forest ecosystem. Statistical processing of data is carried out using a set of practical statistical programs and standard methods, as well as presented the results of research conducted on substantiation.The book is addressed to scientists, teachers of higher educational institutions, doctoral students, master's students, undergraduate students, as well as interested in the problem of the Aral ecological crisis and issues of solving the ecological consequences on the biota of the Aral Sea region.

The objective of this research is the use of photovoltaic solar energy in the exploitation of groundwater for agricultural purposes in the Motupe-Olmos-La Leche Basin, as a better alternative to the traditional method of pumping water using generators or electric power. The study area, according to the Solar Map of Peru prepared by the National Meteorology and Hydrology Service (SENAMHI) in agreement with the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MEM) has a high availability of daily solar radiation, which ranges between 5.5 and 6.0 Kwh/m2 per day. The National Water Authority (ANA) of the Ministry of Agriculture (MINAG) as of 2014 reports the existence of 4339 groundwater wells in the study area, which includes the towns of Motupe. Olmos, Pacora, Jayanca, Chochope, Pítipo and Salas, whose exploitation is generally done using generators (internal combustion engines, burning oil or gasoline). This report contains the technical characteristics, measurements and exploitation of the wells (flow rates). Taking into account the availability of local solar radiation, the daily water demand.

The physical, chemical and biological processes and factors, how they react and intervene with each other, is another of the topics that Environmental Education disseminates, all with the aim of understanding the world and forming a conservationist culture where man applies clean techniques in all production processes, providing solutions to environmental problems, creating awareness, attitudes, opinions and beliefs for the sustainable adoption of behaviour in the population, to identify and commit themselves to local, regional and global environmental problems. This education seeks to promote a harmonious relationship between the activities of human beings and their environment, with the aim of guaranteeing quality of life for current and, above all, future generations.

The Dominican Republic, eastern portion of Hispaniola, Antilles Sea, has water resources and an ecological system that guarantee to meet current and projected water demands for the coming decades, however, it is one of the 10 nations most vulnerable to climate change. To guarantee the current pace of development and sustain the basis of agricultural productivity, tourism, exports, food sovereignty and health, it seeks the full satisfaction of water quality services demanded by a population of 10.4 million Dominicans and a floating population of 7.5 million tourists (2020). Water quality (universal access and sanitation) is a priority issue and a human right in the Constitution of the Republic, the Dominican Environmental Law and the sectoral laws being drafted. To achieve this goal, it has signed the Sustainable Development Goals (Agenda 2030 United Nations) and included the "National Water Security in the National Development Strategy, as well as the implementation of national policies of rationality and efficiency.

O livro intitulado "Management of Mustard Aphid: An Integrated Approach" (Gestão do pulgão da mostarda: uma abordagem integrada) baseia-se numa revisão da literatura que abrange o centro e o norte da Índia com os seus conceitos básicos. O livro contém a bionomia do pulgão da mostarda, o conceito e a história da gestão integrada das pragas, bem como diferentes componentes da gestão integrada das pragas, abordando os seus pormenores. As fotografias/ilustrações e os dados/quadros necessários são fornecidos sempre que necessário. Espero que o livro seja muito útil para os estudantes de licenciatura, pós-graduados e investigadores de Entomologia e Zoologia Aplicada, bem como para os agricultores dos países em desenvolvimento/desenvolvidos onde as culturas de mostarda estão muito expostas à infestação do pulgão da mostarda, Lipaphis erysimi (Kalt.). A publicação será também um acréscimo à ciência da afidologia.

A República Dominicana, porção oriental da Hispaniola, Mar das Antilhas, dispõe de recursos hídricos e de um sistema ecológico que garantem a satisfação das necessidades de água actuais e previstas para as próximas décadas, sendo, no entanto, uma das 10 nações mais vulneráveis às alterações climáticas. Para garantir o atual ritmo de desenvolvimento e sustentar a base da produtividade agrícola, do turismo, das exportações, da soberania alimentar e da saúde, procura satisfazer plenamente os serviços de qualidade da água exigidos por uma população de 10,4 milhões de dominicanos e uma população flutuante de 7,5 milhões de turistas (2020). A qualidade da água (acesso universal e saneamento) é uma questão prioritária e um direito humano na Constituição da República, na Lei Dominicana do Ambiente e nas leis sectoriais em elaboração. Para alcançar este objetivo, assinou os Objectivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (Agenda 2030 das Nações Unidas) e incluiu a "Segurança Nacional da Água na Estratégia Nacional de Desenvolvimento, bem como a implementação de políticas nacionais de racionalidade e eficiência.

It is an interdisciplinary work in which ecological issues such as the contamination of water sources and the exchange of knowledge through focus groups are merged with issues related to microbiology such as the identification of total and fecal coliforms and the risks they have on public health. In order to generate knowledge about the quality of water resources and the lettuce marketed at the Rubí farm; to know the perception of farmers and consumers about this problem; and finally to propose strategies focused on five objectives of Agenda 30 of the United Nations to reduce the negative impacts.

Drawing on the expertise of marine researchers from both the natural and social sciences, this book examines how we, as both scientists and societies, can return to a sustainable co-existence with the ocean and use the tools of transdisciplinarity to bring together the diverse forms of knowledge needed to achieve this important task.

Traditional agricultural activities have been developed without taking into account the conservation of the environment and biodiversity, therefore, it is necessary in rural agro-productive sectors to carry out an ecological territorial planning that benefits the community and the existing biodiversity in the sector, carrying out sustainable and environmentally friendly productive activities. The objective of this research was to identify the biodiversity associated with an agro-productive rural settlement, in order to make a proposal for ecological management.

The lives and habitats of two majestic bird species are shared through striking space, aerial, and surface photographs to artfully convey the fragile elegance of life on Earth.New perspectives can inspire us to think differently about our place in the universe. The first photos of Earth from space showed the home of all known life as a small “blue marble” in a vast darkness and are thought by many to have inspired the environmental movement. For Dr. Roberta L. Bondar, the first female Canadian astronaut and the world’s first neurologist in space, the rare perspective she enjoyed aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery enhanced her reverence for the world we share with non-human life— especially birds, the only animals also able to fly vast distances across the globe.In Space for Birds: Patterns and Parallels of Beauty and Flight, Bondar, also an accomplished professional nature and landscape photographer, focuses her lens on two international species: the endangered Whooping Crane, which migrates from its boreal nesting grounds in Canada’s Wood Buffalo National Park to the seaside abundance of its winter habitat in Texas; and the near-threatened Lesser Flamingo, which is seen in dazzling pink flocks on and above East African Rift Valley soda lakes. Photos from the International Space Station convey the continental scale of these birds’ travels, and Bondar’s aerial and surface photos, accompanied by insights both scientific and personal, offer intimate glimpses of their daily lives and unique behaviours. While these birds lead different lives on opposite sides of the globe, they share, with each other and with us, an imperative to survive and a reliance on Earth’s fragile ecosystems.This book complements a travelling photographic exhibit, Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive.

"We conserve what we love, we love what we know, we know what we have been taught." This phrase attributed to Baba Dioum, a Senegalese conservationist. To conserve and preserve our biodiversity makes a lot of sense for all of us who in one way or another are concerned about cultivating in humans the love for nature. In Costa Rica and especially in our University Campus is well documented the high rate of species per square kilometer that provide natural beauty and landscape. The Liberia Campus is undoubtedly a natural paradise.

This book was compiled by researchers of Chinese Academy of Forestry, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Southwest Forestry University, and Kunming University of Science and Technology. It has been the most comprehensive monograph about the bamboo resources in China until now. "Illustrated Flora of Bambusoideae in China" is composed of two volumes. Volume 2 consists of 18 chapters corresponding to 18 genera of the tribe Arundinarieae (i.e., Acidosasa, Ampelocalamus, Bashania, Chimonocalamus, Drepanostachyum, Fargesia, Ferrocalamus, Gaoligongshania, Gelidocalamus, Indocalamus, Menstruocalamus, Oligostachyum, Pleioblastus, Pseudosasa, Sasa, Sasaella, Thamnocalamus, Yushania). Sixteen forms, 17 varieties, and 397 species in 18 genera are included in this volume (430 taxa in total).

Ce livre analyse les caractéristiques du silicium (Si) dans la Terre ainsi que ses effets bénéfiques et néfastes sur les organismes vivants. Le silicium est un métalloïde chimique très répandu dans l'univers. Sur la Terre, il prend la forme de sable et de minéraux tels que le quartz, l'améthyste, l'émeraude et d'autres. Le silicium a des structures similaires à celles du carbone et fait partie du squelette de certains organismes. On a émis l'hypothèse que certains silicates ont participé à la genèse des premières cellules, et plusieurs preuves suggèrent que le Si est important pour la croissance normale et la fonction biologique dans une variété de plantes, d'animaux et de microbes. Le mode de vie sur Terre est basé sur le carbone, l'eau et une biologie basée sur la photosynthèse des plantes. Les connaissances sur la vie sur Terre sont régies par des lois physiques et chimiques ; cependant, dans d'autres environnements froids, il peut y avoir un autre type de vie basé sur d'autres lois biochimiques. Dans ce livre, nous présentonsa) le silicium sur la Terre, b) la chimie du silicium, c) l'effet du silicium dans les organismes vivants tels que les diatomées, les plantes et même les humains, d) les similitudes et les différences entre Si et C, e) la possibilité ou non que le Si puisse prendre part à d'autres formes de vie.

In diesem Buch werden die Eigenschaften von Silizium (Si) in der Erde sowie seine nützlichen und schädlichen Auswirkungen in lebenden Organismen analysiert. Silizium ist ein chemisches Metalloid, das im Universum weit verbreitet ist. Auf der Erde kommt es in Form von Sand und Mineralien wie Quarz, Amethyst, Smaragd und anderen vor. Silizium hat eine ähnliche Struktur wie Kohlenstoff und bildet einen Teil des Skeletts einiger Organismen. Es gibt Hypothesen, dass einige Silikate an der Entstehung der ersten Zellen beteiligt waren, und mehrere Beweise deuten darauf hin, dass Si für das normale Wachstum und die biologische Funktion einer Vielzahl von Pflanzen, Tieren und Mikroben wichtig ist. Die Lebensweise auf der Erde basiert auf Kohlenstoff, Wasser und einer Biologie, die auf der Photosynthese der Pflanzen beruht. Das Wissen über das Leben auf der Erde wird durch physikalische und chemische Gesetze geregelt; in anderen kalten Umgebungen kann es jedoch eine andere Art von Leben geben, die auf anderen biochemischen Gesetzen beruht. In diesem Buch stellen wir vor:a) Silizium auf der Erde, b) die Chemie des Siliziums, c) die Wirkung von Silizium in lebenden Organismen wie Kieselalgen, Pflanzen und sogar Menschen, d) die Ähnlichkeiten und Unterschiede zwischen Si und C, e) die Möglichkeit oder nicht, dass Si an anderen Lebensformen beteiligt sein könnte.

The monograph is devoted to the study of population ecology of small mammals in the conditions of transformation of the natural environment of the region, which is of great applied importance for the conservation of all biodiversity, as well as the integrity of natural communities against the background of anthropogenic pressure in the Southern Priaralie. The book is addressed to scientists, teachers of higher educational institutions, doctoral students, master's students, undergraduate students, as well as those interested in the problem of the Aral ecological crisis and the issues of solving the ecological consequences on the biota of the Aral Sea region.

This volume explores the South Brazilian grasslands, a unique complex of ecosystems in Brazil. Despite high biodiversity and many important ecosystem services, their biodiversity and conservation are neglected, both nationally, and globally. This book provides a state-of-the-art synthesis of knowledge on the biodiversity and its drivers in South Brazilian grasslands and associated ecosystems. Further, the book discusses conservation challenges and options, as well as management strategies that help to maintain the region¿s uniqueness. The chapters present information on biodiversity and ecological features of the region, and put this information into the context of historical and current human land uses, allowing for links to global discussions of conservation and sustainable development. Altogether, the book contains 20 chapters organized in four sections. The book is directed at researchers, students and professionals working with biodiversity and sustainable development in southern Brazil, as well as to the international scientific and conservation community interested in grasslands and associated ecosystems, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions.

"Oceanic Oases Under Threat," is a comprehensive analysis of the impact of climate change on various regions, focusing mainly on the Mediterranean, Gulf, and Indian Ocean areas. It is organised into several key sections, each addressing different aspects of this broad topic. Each section delves into specific aspects of climate change, ranging from its fundamental background, the particular vulnerabilities of different regions, to the socio-economic impacts and policy responses. The report also provides an in-depth theoretical framework, looking at power structures and environmental justice, and it explores the interplay between climate change and social dynamics, such as conflict, migration, and community resilience. Moreover, it includes a variety of case studies, quantitative and qualitative data analyses and concludes with a call to action for policymakers and the general public¿. Contributions of this report:- Provides a comprehensive analysis of the socio-economic impacts of climate change in Arab regions.- Sheds light on historical climate data, regional projections, and policy responses.- Focuses on specific regions such as the Mediterranean, the Gulf, and the Indian Ocean to study the impacts of climate change on small islands and peninsulas.- Explores power dynamics and environmental justice issues specific to these regions to deepen understanding of climate change impacts and identify opportunities for more equitable and just responses.- Aims to develop holistic strategies that address the root causes of climate change, conflict, and migration and provide support to affected communities.- Aims to foster a sense of global responsibility and inspire action for a more sustainable and resilient future.- Aims to work towards implementing effective policies, promoting regional and international cooperation, and preserving the beauty, diversity, and stability of the planet. Practical implications of this report:- The report highlights the urgent need for collaborative efforts between governments, communities, NGOs, and international organisations to develop adaptive strategies and mobilise resources to address the challenges posed by climate change in the Indian Ocean region.- It emphasises the importance of implementing resilient infrastructure, promoting sustainable livelihoods, and protecting marine ecosystems to mitigate the impacts of climate change and build resilience in the region.- The report calls for comprehensive and collaborative approaches to address the interconnected challenges faced by small islands and peninsulas, particularly in the Mediterranean, Gulf, and Indian Ocean regions.- It emphasises the significance of education and awareness campaigns in enhancing resilience and understanding the implications of climate change in these regions, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility among community members.- The report underscores the need for international cooperation, financial assistance, and capacity-building initiatives to support small islands and peninsulas in implementing long-term strategies to address climate change challenges effectively.Overall, the report provides practical guidance for policymakers, communities, and organisations to take action and work towards a more sustainable and resilient future in the face of climate change.

Bei der Umstellung auf erneuerbare Energien spielt die Windenergie eine wesentliche Rolle. Offshore-Windparks werden durch den Klimawandel in vielfältiger Weise beeinflusst, etwa durch Schwankungen der Windgeschwindigkeit, der Wellenhöhe und des Meereises. Berichten zufolge wird bis zum Jahr 2100 ein Anstieg der globalen Temperaturen um 2 bis 4 Grad Celsius, ein Anstieg des Meeresspiegels um 1 Meter und eine Zunahme extremer Wetterereignisse wie Wirbelstürme und Tsunamis prognostiziert. Eine Erwärmung um 3 Grad wird voraussichtlich zu einer Zunahme schwerer Wellen auf der Südhalbkugel und im nördlichen Pazifik um 15 % führen.

Analyzes the different feelings, drives and instincts we have inherited from other species, to suggest a new understanding of ourselves as part of an eco-political community.

The monograph is devoted to the analysis of the ecological state of the environment, as well as used a comprehensive ecological approach in assessing the information about the state of the environment and pathological processes occurring in the body, which have important scientific and practical significance.The book is addressed to scientists, teachers of higher educational institutions, doctoral students, master's students, undergraduate students, as well as for those who are interested in the problem of the Aral ecological crisis and issues of solving environmental consequences in the region of the Southern Priaralie.

La réserve de Yankari est un grand parc animalier situé dans l'État de Bauchi, au nord-est du Nigeria. Elle couvre une superficie d'environ 2 244 kilomètres carrés et abrite plusieurs sources naturelles d'eau chaude, ainsi qu'une grande variété de flore et de faune. Sa situation au c¿ur de la savane ouest-africaine en fait un moyen unique pour les touristes et les vacanciers d'observer la faune dans son habitat naturel. Le camp Wikki, qui comprend des logements pour les touristes et les visiteurs ainsi que des services auxiliaires tels qu'un musée de trophées d'animaux, des outils d'administration du parc, des sources thermales, etc., occupe environ 77 hectares à l'intérieur du parc. Il abrite les derniers éléphants et lions du Nigeria. Il est géré par le gouvernement de l'État de Bauchi. Le projet d'amélioration des infrastructures de la réserve de chasse de Yankari (YGR) ("le projet") - qui répondra aux besoins des visiteurs, permettra de s'assurer que les installations au sein de la YGR répondent aux attentes des visiteurs, aujourd'hui et à l'avenir.

Floristic Diversity - Biology and Conservation invites you to embark on a remarkable exploration of our planet¿s rich tapestry of plant life, from the arid deserts to the aquatic realms. This book is a call to action, a passionate plea to become stewards of our natural world. Delve into the intricate beauty of our flora and aquatic ecosystems, and together, let us ensure a thriving biodiversity for future generations.

"Conservation landscaping" refers to landscaping with speci¿c goals of reducing pollution and improving the local environment. In the Chesapeake Bay watershed (the land that drains to the Bay and its many tributaries), this style of landscaping is sometimes called "BayScaping," or bene¿cial landscaping.Conservation landscaping provides habitat for local and migratory animals, conserves native plants and improves water quality. Landowners also bene¿t as this type of landscaping reduces the time and expense of mowing, watering, fertilizing and treating lawn and garden areas, and offers greater visual interest than lawn. Bene¿cial landscaping can also be used to address areas with problems such as erosion, poor soils, steep slopes, or poor drainage. One of the simplest ways to begin is by replacing lawn areas with locally native trees, shrubs and perennial plants. The structure, leaves, ¿owers, seeds, berries and other fruits of these plants provide food and shelter for a variety of birds and other wildlife. The roots of these larger plants are also deeper than that of typical lawn grass, and so they are better at holding soil and capturing rainwater.

This book offers an overview of the most important research and developments in silvopastoral systems of the northern part of South America and Central America, including the most common silvopastoral arrangements in each country and their characteristics in terms of productivity, and environmental and socioeconomic aspects. Featuring a compilation of original research articles, country overviews and reviews of the contribution of silvopastoral systems to different topics, it summarizes the state-of-the-art knowledge regarding various aspects of silvopastoral systems in this region.

This comprehensive volume discusses the patterns and processes analyzed in macroecology with a distinct look at the theoretical and methodological issues underlying the discipline as well as deeper epistemological matters. The book serves as a synthesis of macroecological literature that has been published since Brown and Maurer proposed and defined the term ¿macroecology¿ in 1989. Author José Alexandre Felizola Diniz-Filho draws from the different disciplines and branches (ecology, evolutionary biology, physiology, behavioral sciences, climatology, and paleontology) that make up macroecology to present a full, holistic picture of where the discipline stands.Through ten chapters, Diniz-Filho moves from a discussion of what macroecology actually is to macroecological modeling to the more applied side of the discipline, covering topics such as richness and diversity patterns and patterns in body size. The book concludes with a synthesis of how macroecological research is done in a theoretical and operational sense as well as unifying explanations for each of the macroecological patterns discussed, moving on to evaluate which theories and models are still useful and which ones can be abandoned. The book is intended for academics, young researchers and students interested in macroecology and conservation biogeography. In addition, because of the integrative nature of macroecology and the theoretical and methodological background in the book, it can be of interest to researchers working in related fields including but not limited to ecology and evolutionary biology.