Description
| Product ID: | 9780128210291 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | NL |
| Title: | Sea Turtle Research and Conservation |
| Subtitle: | Lessons From Working In The Field |
| Authors: | Author: Brad Nahill |
| Page Count: | 244 |
| Subjects: | Animals and society, Animals & society, Marine biology, Zoology and animal sciences, Animal husbandry, Animal breeding, Marine biology, Zoology & animal sciences, Animal husbandry, Animal breeding |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Sea Turtles: Field Research and Conservation is a comprehensive reference of experiences with sea turtle species from global experts. This book looks at the human side of protecting and studying these unique animals around the world, as well as the challenges involved, such as cultural differences and conducting research in remote locations.Led by a renowned expert in sea turtle conservation, this book addresses the largest issue facing sea turtle species currently; nearly all species of sea turtles are endangered due to poaching, fishing snares, climate change, and more. Chapters in this book range from the use of cutting-edge technology to learn more about this elusive reptile, to working with communities with long histories of sea turtle trade and consumption. It provides readers with firsthand accounts of sea turtle conservation efforts from conservationists based around the world and offers important suggestions and solutions for ensuring the future of these sea turtle species.Sea Turtles: Field Research and Conservation is the ideal resource for field biologist and marine conservationists, specifically those working in marine herpetology and with sea turtle species. Policymakers concerned with marine conservation, wildlife protection, and sustainable development, will also find this a useful reference for efforts and directions to enact change and save sea turtles from extinction. |
| Imprint Name: | Academic Press Inc |
| Publisher Name: | Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2020-11-30 |
