Texas Natural History In The 21st Century
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Texas Natural History In The 21st Century
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Author : David J. Schmidly
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-12-30
Texas Natural History In The 21st Century written by David J. Schmidly and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-30 with categories.
One hundred fifty years ago, Texas was very different. A rural population was spread thinly across the eastern and central parts of the state, and vast lands in the western regions were still undisturbed. Texas?s habitats and biota changed dramatically as its population increased and people spread across the landscape. In Texas Natural History: A Century of Change (2002), David Schmidly chronicled the changes that occurred during the twentieth century. In this second edition, Schmidly is joined by colleagues Robert and Lisa Bradley of Texas Tech University to extend that story over the first two decades of the twenty-first century. The focus of Texas Natural History in the 21st Century continues to be on the mammalian fauna of the state, and it includes a reprinting of Vernon Bailey?s 1905 ?The Biological Survey of Texas? with new annotations and updates. In the rest of the book, the authors discuss changes in landscapes, land use, and the status of Texas mammals in the last hundred years. The authors present current challenges to conserving the natural history of Texas and suggest long-term solutions to those challenges, including actions focused on both private and public lands. As Texas approaches the daunting challenge of conserving its wildlife, Texas Natural History in the 21st Century serves as a rallying cry for addressing the scenarios imperiling Texas?s natural history in our present day and in the future.
Texas Natural History
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Author : David J. Schmidly
language : en
Publisher: Texas Tech University Press
Release Date : 2002
Texas Natural History written by David J. Schmidly and has been published by Texas Tech University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with History categories.
Natural history - Texas, table of contents, index.
Natural History Collections In The Science Of The 21st Century
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Author : Roseli Pellens
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2021-12-29
Natural History Collections In The Science Of The 21st Century written by Roseli Pellens and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-12-29 with Science categories.
Natural history collections have recently acquired an unprecedented place of importance in scientific research. Originally created in the context of systematics and taxonomy, they are now proving to be fundamental for answering various scientific and societal questions that are as significant as they are current. Natural History Collections in the Science of the 21st Century presents a wide range of questions and answers raised by the study of collections. The billions of specimens that have been collected from all around the world over more than two centuries provide us with information that is vital in our quest for knowledge about the Earth, the universe, the diversity of life and the history of humankind. These collections also provide valuable reference points from the past to help us understand the nature and dynamics of global change today. Their physical permanence is the best guarantee we have of a return to data and to information sources in the context of open science.
Nature S Greatest Hits The Natural History And Biodiversity Of Fort Worth Texas
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Author : Jonathan Scott
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2013-12-11
Nature S Greatest Hits The Natural History And Biodiversity Of Fort Worth Texas written by Jonathan Scott and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-12-11 with Performing Arts categories.
Take a journey into Fort Worth, Texas and discover the natural history and biodiversity of this beautiful city.
Texas A Modern History
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Author : David G. McComb
language : en
Publisher: Univ of TX + ORM
Release Date : 2014-05-23
Texas A Modern History written by David G. McComb and has been published by Univ of TX + ORM this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-23 with History categories.
Revised and updated, this popular history by an award-winning author brings the story of Texas into the twenty-first century. Since its publication in 1989, Texas, A Modern History has established itself as one of the most readable and reliable general histories of Texas. David McComb paints the panorama of Lone Star history from the earliest Indians to the present day with a vigorous brush that uses fact, anecdote, and humor to present a concise narrative. The book is designed to offer an adult reader the savor of Texan culture, an exploration of the ethos of its people, and a sense of the rhythm of its development. Spanish settlement, the Battle of the Alamo, the Civil War, cattle trails, oil discovery, the growth of cities, changes in politics, the Great Depression, World War II, recreation, economic expansion, and recession are each a part of the picture. Photographs and fascinating sidebars punctuate the text. In this revised edition, McComb not only incorporates recent scholarship but also tracks the post–World War II rise of the Republican Party in Texas and the evolution of the state from rural to urban, with 88 percent of the people now living in cities. At the same time, he demonstrates that, despite many changes that have made Texas similar to the rest of the United States, much of its unique past remains. “Contrary to popular belief, there is more to Texas history than the Alamo and oil gushers. This book takes us from the early Indians of the area through to modern times when people began to realize the exploitation of natural resources and pollution were ruining the state’s natural beauty. The author offers many stories and an ample helping of anecdotes and folklore to paint an accurate portrait of the state and the people who have made it great.” —American West
Land Of Bears And Honey
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Author : Joe C. Truett
language : en
Publisher: Univ of TX + ORM
Release Date : 2010-07-05
Land Of Bears And Honey written by Joe C. Truett and has been published by Univ of TX + ORM this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-07-05 with Nature categories.
This award-winning “gem” of a conservation classic tells the story of the land, wildlife, and ecology of East Texas (Quarterly Review of Biology). Winner of the Ottis Lock Endowment Award from the East Texas Historical Association; the Texas Literary Festival Award for Nonfiction from the Southwestern Booksellers Association & Dallas Times Herald; and the Annual Publication Award, Texas Chapter of the Wildlife Society As hickory groves and fox squirrels began to vanish from the East Texas landscape in the second half of the twentieth century, two biologists who specialized in wildlife and endangered species began work on Land of Bears and Honey. Their purpose was not only to eulogize what was lost, but to encourage us to save what we still can. The result is an “elegant chronicle of the natural history of a once-rich area [that] will appeal strongly to birders, ecologists, to anyone who enjoys the outdoors” (Publishers Weekly). “This deceptively slender volume is three things: a how-to-book, an aesthetic feast and a moral tale.” —Dallas Morning News “To compare the style and content of this little book to that of the late Aldo Leopold is indeed high praise, yet the reviewer finds this comparison valid.” —Quarterly Review of Biology “In Land of Bears and Honey, East Texans have their own regional Walden, written with keen historical perspectives, literary style, and deep respect for the land.” —East Texas Historical Journal “This graceful blend of history, narrative and dialogue paints a noble portrait of one more disappearing chunk of Americana.” —Los Angeles Times Book Review
Museums At The Forefront Of The History And Philosophy Of Geology
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Author : Gary D. Rosenberg
language : en
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Release Date : 2018
Museums At The Forefront Of The History And Philosophy Of Geology written by Gary D. Rosenberg and has been published by Geological Society of America this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with Geological museums categories.
Information on museum activities around the world.
Status And Trends Of The Nation S Biological Resources
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998
Status And Trends Of The Nation S Biological Resources written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Biodiversity categories.
Conservation Of Shared Environments
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Author : Laura L—pez-Hoffman
language : en
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
Release Date : 2009
Conservation Of Shared Environments written by Laura L—pez-Hoffman and has been published by University of Arizona Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Science categories.
The United States and MexicoÕs shared environment extends far beyond the political line. For instance, it comprises the plant and animal species whose natural distributions extend deep into each nation along with the waters in rivers and aquifers that support ecosystem function far removed from the border. Conservation of Shared Environments presents a broad perspective on the ecological, social and political challenges of conserving biodiversity across the U.S.-Mexico border. Covering topics as diverse as wildlife and grassland preservation, water rights, ecosystem services, indigenous peoples, and the ecological consequences of border security, the contributors illustrate collaborative, transboundary efforts to overcome cross-border conservation challenges. This volume offers scientific analysis as well as insight for bridging gaps between researchers, policymakers, and the public. For more information on this and other volumes in the series, visit The Edge Web site.
Invasive Birds
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Author : Colleen T. Downs
language : en
Publisher: CABI
Release Date : 2020-12-07
Invasive Birds written by Colleen T. Downs and has been published by CABI this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-07 with Nature categories.
Examining globally invasive alien birds, the first part of this book provides an account of 32 global avian invasive species (as listed by the Invasive Species Specialist Group, ISSG). It acts as a one stop reference volume; it assesses current invasive status for each bird species, including details of physical description, diet, introduction and invasion pathways, breeding behaviour, natural habitat. It also looks at the environmental impact of each species, as well as current and future control methods. Full colour photographs assist with species identification and global distribution maps give a visual representation of the current known distributions of these species. The second part of the book discusses the biogeographical aspects of avian invasions, highlighting current and emerging invasive species across different regions of the world. The third section considers the impact of invasive species on native communities, problems associated with invasive bird management and the use of citizen science in the study of invasive birds.