Forgotten Grasslands of the South - Natural History and Conservation

Presents a study of one of the biologically richest and most endangered ecosystems in North America. This book explains the natural history of southern grasslands, their origin and history, and the physical determinants of grassland distribution, including ecology, soils, landform, and hydrology.

About the author

Reed F. Noss is Provost's Distinguished Research Professor at the University of Central Florida, former editor-in-chief of Conservation Biology, and past president of the Society for Conservation Biology.

Summary

Presents a study of one of the biologically richest and most endangered ecosystems in North America. This book explains the natural history of southern grasslands, their origin and history, and the physical determinants of grassland distribution, including ecology, soils, landform, and hydrology.

Product details

• Authors: Reed F. Noss, NOSS REED F
• Publisher: Island Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 28.11.2012
• EAN: 9781597264884
• ISBN: 978-1-59726-488-4
• No. of pages: 320
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Ecology; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Business administration