Saving Asia S Threatened Birds
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Saving Asia S Threatened Birds
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Author : M. J. Crosby
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003-01-01
Saving Asia S Threatened Birds written by M. J. Crosby and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-01-01 with Birds categories.
This book documents the major forest, grassland andwetland regions of Asia and the globally threatened birdspecies which they support. The most important conservation issuesin each of these habitat regions are outlined, based upon theanalysis in BirdLife's Asia Red Data Book, and recommendations aremade for actions to address these issues. The role ofinternational and regional conventions in the conservation ofAsia's birds and habitats is discussed, and the priority actionsto prevent the extinction of the region's most highly threatenedbirds are identified. The book is illustrated with about 200colour photographs of Asia's birds, habitats and conservationissues, plus maps of key habitats and sites for conservation.Review'...the book is visually lush and easy-to-use practicalreference...' - Endangered Species UPDATE.`BirdLife is earning a world-wide reputation for deliveringhigh quality publications to raise awareness among decision-makersabout the need to conserve biodiversity.' Wildfowl andWetlands`A vital step towards the implementation ofconservation policies in the region.'Birdwatch'Theactions required to protect these key bird habitats are presentedin regional accounts and we hope will be supported by the localpopulation and acted upon by the relevant governmentagency.'Ibis
Important Bird Areas In Asia
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Author : S. Chan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004-01-01
Important Bird Areas In Asia written by S. Chan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-01-01 with Birds categories.
Compiled by S Chan, MJ Crosby, MZ Islam, and AW Tordoff.Birdlife's Red Data Book - Threatened Birds of Asiaidentified that one quarter of all bird species in Asia were aconservation concern, 323 species, about 12% were at risk ofglobal extinction. Clearly it is imperative that important birdareas be identified and then prioritised on the basis ofscientific evidence.Important Bird Areas in Asia is the first comprehensiveinventory of Asia's key sites for birds and biodiversity.Country-by-country, the book details the region's 2,293 ImportantBird Areas (IBAs), of these 976, or 43% are lacking any formalprotection. This book presents a sound basis for the developmentof national conservation strategies and protected area programmes,and highlights areas which should be safeguarded through wisepolicies and land-use planning.Review'...much valuable information for each country...a wonderfulbook' - Alula.
Some Problems Concerning Endangered Birds In Southeastern Asia
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Author : H. Elliott Mcclure
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1965
Some Problems Concerning Endangered Birds In Southeastern Asia written by H. Elliott Mcclure and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1965 with Birds categories.
Facing Extinction
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Author : Paul Donald
language : en
Publisher: A&C Black
Release Date : 2010-08-16
Facing Extinction written by Paul Donald and has been published by A&C Black this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-08-16 with Science categories.
Almost two hundred species of birds have become extinct in the past 400 years, and a similar number today are in imminent danger of following them. The world's conservationists are leading the fight to prevent the demise of these remaining critically endangered birds, with a fair degree of success. This new book examines the process and issues concerning extinction - how and why it happens and what can be done about it. Whilst man is to blame for many of the causes, such as persecution and habitat loss, species have become extinct on a regular basis since life began. After several thought-provoking introductory chapters, the book showcases about 20 species on the brink of extinction from around the world and describes the work that is being undertaken to save them. Some are success stories, but a few are not. This is a subject close to the hearts of all birders and ornithologists and this book, written by a team of leading conservationists, will strike a chord in most of them.
The World S Rarest Birds
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Author : Erik Hirschfeld
language : en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date : 2013-03-17
The World S Rarest Birds written by Erik Hirschfeld and has been published by Princeton University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-03-17 with Nature categories.
An illustrated survey of the world's most endangered birds This illustrated book vividly depicts the most endangered birds in the world and provides the latest information on the threats each species faces and the measures being taken to save them. Today, 571 bird species are classified as critically endangered or endangered, and a further four now exist only in captivity. This landmark book features stunning photographs of 500 of these species—the results of a prestigious international photographic competition organized specifically for this book. It also showcases paintings by acclaimed wildlife artist Tomasz Cofta of the 75 species for which no photos are known to exist. The World's Rarest Birds has introductory chapters that explain the threats to birds, the ways threat categories are applied, and the distinction between threat and rarity. The book is divided into seven regional sections—Europe and the Middle East; Africa and Madagascar; Asia; Australasia; Oceanic Islands; North America, Central America, and the Caribbean; and South America. Each section includes an illustrated directory to the bird species under threat there, and gives a concise description of distribution, status, population, key threats, and conservation needs. This one-of-a-kind book also provides coverage of 62 data-deficient species.
Facing Extinction
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Author : Paul Donald
language : en
Publisher: A&C Black
Release Date : 2010-08-20
Facing Extinction written by Paul Donald and has been published by A&C Black this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-08-20 with Nature categories.
An authoritative study of extinction in birds, with case studies of 20 critically endangered species and the research initiatives designed to save them. Almost two hundred species of birds have become extinct in the past 400 years, and a similar number today are in imminent danger of following them. The world's conservationists are leading the fight to prevent the demise of these remaining critically endangered birds, with a fair degree of success. This new book examines the process and issues concerning extinction - how and why it happens and what can be done about it. Whilst man is to blame for many of the causes, such as persecution and habitat loss, species have become extinct on a regular basis since life began. After several thought-provoking introductory chapters, the book showcases about 20 species on the brink of extinction from around the world and describes the work that is being undertaken to save them. Some are success stories, but a few are not. This is a subject close to the hearts of all birders and ornithologists and this book, written by a team of leading conservationists, will strike a chord in most of them.
Recreational Disturbance Of Shorebirds In Tropical Asia
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Author : Priyan Perera
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2022-09-16
Recreational Disturbance Of Shorebirds In Tropical Asia written by Priyan Perera and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-09-16 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Much of that growing demand for coastal recreation and tourism has focused on countries in South and Southeast Asia in the tourism megaregion that this book refers to as Tropical Asia. As such, the recreational disturbance of shorebirds in Asia is a serious conservation issue, at a time when populations of both migratory and non-migratory species of shorebirds are threatened and declining because of the loss of coastal habitat and increased human disturbance. Despite global awareness about the impacts that the growth of coastal recreation and tourism across Tropical Asia is likely to be having on threatened and endangered migratory and resident shorebird species of the coastal zones of the East Asian– Australasian Flyway, less than 3% of the published peer-reviewed research into the recreational disturbance of shorebirds addresses coastal zones of Tropical Asia. This situation points to a significant knowledge gap regarding the impacts of human recreation on shorebirds in the Tropical Asian region. In contrast, almost three quarters of the peer-reviewed articles that report recreational disturbance research and management strategies focus on coastal zones in North America (36%), Oceania (20%), and Europe (20%). For those reasons, the quantitative systematic literature review and research case study from Sri Lanka reported in this book provide a call to action and recommendations for both management approaches grounded in the international literature and a research agenda that should be implemented in the coastal zones of Tropical Asia.
Birds Of Singapore And South East Asia
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Author : Sir John A. S. Bucknill
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1927
Birds Of Singapore And South East Asia written by Sir John A. S. Bucknill and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1927 with Birds categories.
Here is a book for all who want to know about birds -- the birds they see around them in Singapore as well as other parts of south-east Asia. Clear descriptions of over ninety species of birds are accompanied by field notes, serving as a useful guide for the keen bird-watcher. The Malay names of the birds have been included to help to identify them. First published in 1927, this revised classic will also delight the general reader with its first-hand observations, amusing anecdotes on courtship rites, nesting and feeding habits, and attractive colour illustrations of some of the most beautiful and fascinating birds in the world.
Threatened Birds Of Asia
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001
Threatened Birds Of Asia written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Birds categories.
State Of The World S Birds 2004
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Author : BirdLife International
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004-01-01
State Of The World S Birds 2004 written by BirdLife International and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-01-01 with Biodiversity conservation categories.
Given the fundamental importance of biodiversity, we knowsurprisingly little about it. We are sure that it is disappearingfast, yet at present we cannot even measure progress (orotherwise) towards the 2010 target set by world leaders forslowing this loss. This BirdLife assessment examines what the bestknown group of living things, birds, can tell us about the stateof biodiversity, the pressures upon it and the solutions that arebeing, or should be, put in place. It is a synthesis of currentknowledge and provides a benchmark against which we can assess ourefforts to conserve biodiversity in the future.`Anexciting testimony to BirdLife's Intent and capacity to influencepolicy at the highest levels... gives a clear overview of howindividual observations contribute to the bigger picture...auseful digest of contemporary conservation science presented in aless technical way. Paul Jepson, Birding Asia`Thematerial is presented in such a clear, compact and exciting waythat everyone who turns the pages will have their mind focused onthe problems raised... should be in every school, academic andlocal library.'Biological Conservation`A 'Red Book' forthe state of the planet, using the best known group of animals,birds, as examples to show what has happened, what is stillhappening, and what we are starting to do about it.'BullABC`A most useful document for all involved in conservationand conservation education.' Ibis`Full of interestingstories... illustrates that BirdLife is not narrowly concernedwith saving birds from people, but tries to use the joy and appealof birdwatching as a vehicle for better management of this world,so that birds as well as people can thrive... BirdLife emphasizesthe need to work together with local people, engaging Site SupportGroupsaround their priority sites. The approach is well aligned withefforts towards sustainable development, and the publication iswell suited as hand-out material for aidinstitutions.'Oryx`The overall picture is grim, but thebook demonstrates that there is much we can do, concluding thatlasting solutions require lasting change, and the major challengesare not scientific, but social and political.'Wingspan