Research Techniques in Animal Ecology by Luigi Boitani and Todd Fuller | PDF
Book Description:
“Research Techniques in Animal Ecology,” edited by Luigi Boitani and Todd Fuller, addresses the critical challenges posed by the current biodiversity crisis. This book emphasizes the importance of proper methodologies in animal ecology, as the misuse of these techniques can significantly impact species survival. Despite the urgency of the situation, there have been few comprehensive reviews of the methodologies used in this field.
The volume provides an in-depth analysis of commonly employed research techniques in animal ecology, highlighting their limitations and potential misapplications. It also offers solutions to mitigate these issues. Contributors present fresh perspectives on data collection, analysis, and interpretation, making this book a valuable resource for researchers and students alike.
Rather than serving as a mere handbook of techniques, this work delves into the theoretical and methodological controversies within animal ecology. Key topics covered include territory and home range estimates, habitat evaluation, population viability analysis, GIS mapping, and the dynamics of animal societies. Each chapter begins with an assessment of the shortcomings of the discussed techniques, followed by a review of relevant literature and concluding with suggested guidelines for more effective investigations.
Key Details:
- Authors: Luigi Boitani, Todd Fuller
- Publisher: Columbia University Press
- Year of Publication: 2000
- ISBN: 9780231113410, 0231113412
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