Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises
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Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises
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Author : A. Gunther
language : en
Publisher: Рипол Классик
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Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises written by A. Gunther and has been published by Рипол Классик this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with History categories.
Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises
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Author : Albert Carl Ludwig Gotthilf Günther
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1875
Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises written by Albert Carl Ludwig Gotthilf Günther and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1875 with Testudinidae categories.
Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises Parts 1 2 Introduction And The Tortoises Of The Galapagos Islands
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Author : Albert Carl Ludwig Gotthilf Günther
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1875
Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises Parts 1 2 Introduction And The Tortoises Of The Galapagos Islands written by Albert Carl Ludwig Gotthilf Günther and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1875 with Galapagos tortoise categories.
Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises From The Philosophical Transactions Of The Royal Society Etc 1875
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Author : Albert Carl Ludwig Gotthilf GUENTHER (Keeper of the Department of Zoology, British Museum.)
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1875
Description Of The Living And Extinct Races Of Gigantic Land Tortoises From The Philosophical Transactions Of The Royal Society Etc 1875 written by Albert Carl Ludwig Gotthilf GUENTHER (Keeper of the Department of Zoology, British Museum.) and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1875 with categories.
The Gigantic Land Tortoises Living And Extinct In The Collection Of The British Museum
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Author : British Museum (Natural History). Department of Zoology
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1877
The Gigantic Land Tortoises Living And Extinct In The Collection Of The British Museum written by British Museum (Natural History). Department of Zoology and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1877 with Testudinidae categories.
The Gigantic Land Tortoises Living And Extinct In The Collection Of The British Museum
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Author : Günther
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1877
The Gigantic Land Tortoises Living And Extinct In The Collection Of The British Museum written by Günther and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1877 with categories.
Galapagos Giant Tortoises
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language : en
Publisher: Academic Press
Release Date : 2020-11-07
Galapagos Giant Tortoises written by and has been published by Academic Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-07 with Science categories.
Galapagos Giant Tortoises brings together researchers and conservationists to share the most up-to-date knowledge of Galapagos giant tortoises. Despite being icons of the world-famous Galapagos Archipelago and the target of more than 50 years of conservation research and management, Galapagos giant tortoise evolution and much of their ecology remained unknown until recently. This book documents the history, the pressing conservation issues, and success stories recovering several of the 15 different species of Galapagos tortoises from near extinction.The book begins with an overview of the history of the relationship between humans and Galapagos giant tortoises, starting from initial heavy exploitation of tortoises by pirates and whalers, and extending to the start of the modern conservation era in the 1960s. The book then shifts to biology, describing Galapagos tortoise evolution, taxonomy, ecology, habitats, reproduction, and behavior. Next the decades of conservation efforts and their results are reviewed, including issues of captive breeding, invasive species, introduced diseases, and de-extinction, as well as the current status and distribution of every species. The final portion of the book turns to four case studies of restoration, and then looks ahead to the future of all tortoise populations.The latest volume in the Biodiversity of the World: Conservation from Genes to Landscape series, Galapagos Giant Tortoises is a valuable resource for researchers and conservationists, as well as students of biology, wildlife conservation, and herpetology. Provides a comprehensive overview of the Galapagos giant tortoise species as written and edited by the world’s leading experts Presents examples of restoration of tortoise populations following the near extinction of many of them Describes conservation strategies to ensure the full recovery of all extant species Explores recent efforts using replacement tortoises for extinct species to restore island ecosystems
The Last Tortoise
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Author : Craig Stanford
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2010-05-15
The Last Tortoise written by Craig Stanford and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-05-15 with Nature categories.
Tortoises may be the first family of higher animals to become extinct in the coming decades. They are losing the survival race because of what distinguishes them, in particular their slow, steady pace of life and reproduction. The Last Tortoise offers an introduction to these remarkable animals and the extraordinary adaptations that have allowed them to successfully populate a diverse range of habitats—from deserts to islands to tropical forests. The shields that protect their shoulders and ribs have helped them evade predators. They are also safeguarded by their extreme longevity and long period of fertility. Craig Stanford details how human predation has overcome these evolutionary advantages, extinguishing several species and threatening the remaining forty-five. At the center of this beautifully written work is Stanford’s own research in the Mascarene and Galapagos Islands, where the plight of giant tortoise populations illustrates the threat faced by all tortoises. He addresses unique survival problems, from genetic issues to the costs and benefits of different reproductive strategies. Though the picture Stanford draws is bleak, he offers reason for hope in the face of seemingly inevitable tragedy. Like many intractable environmental problems, extinction is not manifest destiny. Focusing on tortoise nurseries and breeding facilities, the substitution of proxy species for extinct tortoises, and the introduction of species to new environments, Stanford’s work makes a persuasive case for the future of the tortoise in all its rich diversity.
A Sheltered Life
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Author : Paul Chambers
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2006
A Sheltered Life written by Paul Chambers and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Nature categories.
A Sheltered Life offers a fascinating look at one of the world's strangest and most wondrous animals--whose significance in modern science and culture cannot be underestimated. In an engaging blend of cultural and natural history, the book ranges from the earliest mention of the tortoises many millennia ago, to the wholesale plunder of their populations starting in the sixteenth century, to modern attempts to protect the tortoise and track down members of what were once believed to be extinct populations.
Giant Gal Pagos Tortoise
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Author : Tammy Gagne
language : en
Publisher: ABDO
Release Date : 2016-12-15
Giant Gal Pagos Tortoise written by Tammy Gagne and has been published by ABDO this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-12-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Giant Galápagos tortoises have roamed the Galápagos Islands for thousands of years, but these creatures almost disappeared from their tropical habitat. Giant Galápagos Tortoise describes the world's largest tortoise, how sailors and invasive species caused its population to dwindle, and how habitat preservation and captive breeding have helped save the species. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.