Primer of Ecological Restoration

The Primer of Ecological Restoration is a succinct introduction to ecological restoration. The book introduces readers to the basics of restoration project planning, monitoring, and adaptive management, as well as ecological principles to guide ecosystem recovery. It explains abiotic factors such as landforms, soil, and hydrology that are the building blocks to recovering microorganism, plant, and animal communities. Other chapters cover invasive species and legal and financial considerations. Each chapter concludes with recommended reading and reference lists. Extensive pedagogic resources are available online for instructors.

This timely primer summarizes recent trends in the field suitable for introductory ecological restoration classes or for practitioners seeking constructive guidance for real-world projects.

About the author

Karen D. Holl is a professor of environmental studies at the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she has taught ecological restoration for over 20 years. She conducts research in the rainforests of Latin America and the chaparral, grassland, and riparian systems in California. She is an Aldo Leopold Leadership Fellow, a Fellow of the California Academy of Sciences, and a co-winner of the Theodore Sperry Award of the Society for Ecological Restoration.

Summary

An overview of recent trends in ecological restoration, perfect for students.

Product details

• Authors: Karen Holl, Karen D. Holl, Holl Karen D.
• Publisher: Island Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.03.2020
• EAN: 9781610919722
• ISBN: 978-1-61091-972-2
• No. of pages: 224
• Dimensions: 140 mm x 230 mm x 10 mm
• Subjects: Guides > Nature; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Ecology; Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection, NATURE / Ecology, Applied ecology, Biodiversity, Science / Environmental Science, Biodiversity / Ecosystems