Nature : Environmental Conservation & Protection

Interest in beetle conservation has long been evident, with many papers treating these abundant, ecologically important and popular insects. However, this issue of Journal of Insect Conservation is the first to be dedicated entirely to beetles, and it contains a number of papers, predominantly from outside western Europe, to demonstrate the variety and scope of problems and conservation concerns that surround these insects. A short introductory perspective is followed by eight original contributions, in which beetles from many parts of the world are considered, and in which some major threats to their wellbeing are evaluated. more...

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'Peter Taylor builds bridges between ecology countryside policy and spirituality .... This book is novel in its breadth and offers a sharp challenge to conventional thinking in conservation.' Bill Adams University of Cambridge 'There is a new determination to be more pro-active more creative and much bolder and Peter Taylor's important book captures that mood brilliantly.' Chris Baines Resurgence 'This is a vitally important and much needed book which shows the way forward for a renewed and positive relationship between people and wild Nature in Britain. Lucidly and authoritatively covering topics ranging from the ecological role of our country's missing mammals to the healing power of natural forests and drawing upon the work of practical projects already underway Peter Taylor articulates an inspiring vision of a possible future Britain replete with large core areas of wild natural ecosystems. The book offers a beacon of hope to all those who draw spiritual sustenance from wild Nature and is essential reading for anyone seeking a positive alternative to the ongoing biological depletion of our country' - Alan Featherstone Trees for Life After decades of operating off-the-backfoot and protecting and conserving nature perceived as under threat conservationists are becoming proactive and creative in the face of habitat loss agricultural intensification and climate change. Beyond Conservation offers a revolutionary agenda for both managing existing wildlands in Britain and for expanding and connecting such lands. Central to this strategy is the imperative to 'rewild' or restore and repair damaged habitat and ecosystems promote existing biodiversity and reintroduce vanished plant and animal species while working to reconcile human needs and livelihoods and the needs of nature. more...

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Analyzing the wolf recovery program from a policy-making perspective, Martin A. Nie examines not only the future of wolf recovery but also the issues that will define debates around the politics of wildlife management. Beyond Wolves is a revelatory look a more...

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25 selected case studies - examples of innovation and good practice - will focus on how healthy biodiversity can be the consequence of productive practice. more...

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'Improving the international governance of biodiversity is a very necessary but enormous challenge. These top quality essays which comprise the finest collection published so far on this controversial subject provide a rich and diverse source of informed perspectives.' Graham Dutfield Centre for International Governance University of Leeds 'This book provides a detailed examination of the contemporary debate on how to reconcile global economic development with the preservation of our biological and cultural diversity. This debate brings into tension human rights with intellectual property and industrial development with food security. Professor McManis is to be commended for compiling this important inter-disciplinary compendium of perspectives.' Michael Blakeney Professor of Law Queen Mary College University of London 'Biodiversity and the Law is a very timely and relevant publication. It has managed to capture and present most of the key and critical issues surrounding debates over and relations between biodiversity biotechnology intellectual property and traditional knowledge. A must read for anyone seeking to understand the far reaching policy legal economic and social implications of current discussions over these issues.' Manuel Ruiz lawyer with the Peruvian Environmental Law Society How do we promote global economic development while simultaneously preserving local biological and cultural diversity? This authoritative volume written by leading legal experts and biological and social scientists from around the world aims to address this question in all of its complexity. The first part of the book focuses on biodiversity and examines what we are losing why and what is to be done. The second part addresses biotechnology and looks at whether it is part of the solution or part of the problem or perhaps both. The third section examines traditional knowledge explains what it is and how if at all it should be protected. The fourth and final p more...

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