The Ecology Conservation Of Asian Hornbills
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The Ecology And Conservation Of Asian Hornbills
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Author : Margaret F. Kinnaird
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2007
The Ecology And Conservation Of Asian Hornbills written by Margaret F. Kinnaird and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Nature categories.
Hornbills are among the world’s most distinct birds. Easily recognized by their oversized beaks adorned with large casques, they range from Africa to India and throughout Asia. One of the oldest bird orders, they have been known to mankind for millennia and loom large in the mythology of indigenous cultures of tropical Asia. In the past thirty years, ecologists have uncovered many fascinating aspects of hornbill biology, from their unique nest-sealing behavior to their roles as farmers of the forest. Building on fourteen years of research, Margaret F. Kinnaird and Timothy G. O’Brien offer in Ecology and Conservation of Asian Hornbills the most up-to-date information on the evolution, reproduction, feeding ecology, and movement patterns of thirty-one species of Asian hornbills. The authors address questions of ecological functionality, ecosystem services, and keystone relationships, as well as the disturbing influence of forest loss and fragmentation on hornbills. Complemented by superb full-color images by renowned photographer Tim Laman that provide rare glimpses of hornbills in their native habitat and black-and-white illustrations by Jonathan Kingdon that highlight the intriguing aspects of hornbill behavior, Ecology and Conservation of Asian Hornbills will stand tall in the pantheon of natural history studies for years to come.
The Ecology Conservation Of Asian Hornbills
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Author : M. Kinnaird
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998
The Ecology Conservation Of Asian Hornbills written by M. Kinnaird and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with categories.
The Asian Hornbills
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Author : Philai Ponsawat
language : en
Publisher: Thailand Research Fund
Release Date : 1998-01-01
The Asian Hornbills written by Philai Ponsawat and has been published by Thailand Research Fund this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998-01-01 with Hornbills categories.
Manual To The Conservation Of Asian Hornbills
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Author : Philai Ponsawat
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1993
Manual To The Conservation Of Asian Hornbills written by Philai Ponsawat and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Birds categories.
The Ecology Of Tropical East Asia
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Author : Richard Corlett
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2014
The Ecology Of Tropical East Asia written by Richard Corlett and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with Science categories.
An updated edition of the only book dedicated to the terrestrial ecology of the East Asian tropics, authored by a world-renowned tropical ecologist
The Living Elephants
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Author : Raman Sukumar
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2003-09-11
The Living Elephants written by Raman Sukumar and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-09-11 with Nature categories.
The Living Elephants is the authoritative resource for information on both Asian and African elephants. From the ancient origins of the proboscideans to the present-day crisis of the living elephants, this volume synthesizes the behavior, ecology and conservation of elephants, while covering also the history of human interactions with elephants, all within the theoretical framework of evolutionary biology. The book begins with a survey of the 60-million year evolutionary history of the proboscideans emphasizing the role of climate and vegetation change in giving rise to a bewildering array of species, but also discussing the possible role of humans in the late Pleistocene extinction of mastodonts and mammoths. The latest information on the molecular genetics of African and Asian elephants and its taxonomic implications are then presented. The rise of the elephant culture in Asia, and its early demise in Africa are traced along with an original interpretation of this unique animal-human relationship. The book then moves on to the social life of elephants as it relates to reproductive strategies of males and females, development of behavior in young, communication, ranging patterns, and societal organization. The foraging strategies of elephants, their impact on the vegetation and landscape are then discussed. The dynamics of elephant populations in relation to hunting for ivory and their population viability are described with the aid of mathematical models. A detailed account of elephant-human interactions includes a treatment of crop depredation by elephants in relation to their natural ecology, manslaughter by elephants, habitat manipulation by humans, and a history of the ivory trade and poaching in the two continents. The ecological information is brought together in the final chapter to formulate a set of pragmatic recommendations for the long-term conservation of elephants. The broadest treatment of the subject yet undertaken, by one of the leading workers in the field, Raman Sukumar, the book promises to bring the understanding of elephants to a new level. It should be of interest not only to biologists but also a broader audience including field ecologists, wildlife administrators, historians, conservationists and all those interested in elephants and their future.
The Hornbills
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Author : Alan C. Kemp
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 1995
The Hornbills written by Alan C. Kemp 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 1995 with Nature categories.
Introducing a major new series... Bird Families of the World Editors: Christopher Perrins, Walter J. Bock, Jiro Kikkawa Providing the most comprehensive and up-to-date information available. Bird Families of the World is a new multi-volume series of handbooks, intended to serve the interests of both the professional scientist and the ever-growing body of amateur ornithologists. Each volume will provide acomprehensive and accurate synthesis of our knowledge of one bird family or several related families. Features include:- * Authoritative chapters on the birds' biology, feeding, ecology, breeding behaviour, evolutionary relationships and conservation * Specially commissioned colour plates by leading artists * Black and white drawings illustrating special features and behaviour * Full bibliography and index The Hornbills is a comprehensive account of all 54 species of these fascinating birds known for their interesting social behaviour and nesting habits. Introductory chapters provide a detailed overview of the family. These are followed by the 54 species accounts, each one giving a completedescription of the bird in its natural state. Much of the information is based on the author's own research in Africa and Asia.
Hornbills Of The World
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Author : Philai Ponsawat
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013
Hornbills Of The World written by Philai Ponsawat and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Hornbills categories.
Evolution Ecology And Conservation Of Lorises And Pottos
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Author : K. A. I. Nekaris
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2020-03-19
Evolution Ecology And Conservation Of Lorises And Pottos written by K. A. I. Nekaris and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-19 with Nature categories.
The first book to present the latest discoveries on the behaviour, ecology and evolutionary biology of lorises and pottos.
Visual Celebration Of Borneo S Wildlife
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Author : Fanny Lai
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2016-08-16
Visual Celebration Of Borneo S Wildlife written by Fanny Lai and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-08-16 with Nature categories.
This Borneo wildlife pictorial offers nature lovers, visitors to Borneo and armchair explorers an unparalleled introduction to this mysterious treasure island. Illustrated with more than 350 images, taken by Bjorn Olesen and other wildlife photographers, A Visual Celebration of Borneo's Wildlife is a photographic tribute to the most spectacular wildlife species on the second-largest tropical island on Earth. It displays nature's beauty, revealing many private moments of the astonishing biodiversity of Borneo, where nature runs riot. Based on the latest research, it is filled with captivating little-known facts about the wildlife that modern-day travelers may come across when visiting this enchanting island. It also describes the top 16 wildlife locations in Borneo, with a comprehensive list of recommended reading, websites and blogs provided. Also included is a foreword by HRH Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands, President of Fauna & Flora International. **All of the authors' royalties will be donated to Fauna & Flora International for nature conservation work in Southeast Asia.**