Handbook O Alien Species In Europe (Hb 2008) Hardcover - 2008
by Daisie
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- Title Handbook O Alien Species In Europe (Hb 2008)
- Author Daisie
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition U. S. EDITION
- Condition Used - Very Good
- Pages 399
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Springer, [New York]
- Date 2008-11-19
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Maps, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # 9781402082795
- ISBN 9781402082795 / 1402082797
- Weight 1.85 lbs (0.84 kg)
- Dimensions 9.3 x 6.1 x 0.8 in (23.62 x 15.49 x 2.03 cm)
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Themes
- Topical: Ecology
- Library of Congress subjects Biological invasions - Europe, Biodiversity conservation - Europe
- Dewey Decimal Code 578.620
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From the rear cover
Biological invasions by alien (non-native) species are widely recognized as a significant component of human-caused global environmental change and the second most important cause of biodiversity decline. Alien species threaten many European ecosystems and have serious environmental, economic and health impacts. The DAISIE (Delivering Alien Invasive Species Inventories for Europe) project has now brought together all available information on alien species in Europe (terrestrial, aquatic and marine) and from all taxa (fungi, plants, animals). Thus for the first time, an overview and assessment of biological invasions in the Pan-European region is finally possible.
The Handbook of Alien Species in Europe summarises the major findings of this groundbreaking research and addresses the invasion trends, pathways, and both economic as well as ecological impact for eight major taxonomic groups. Approximately 11.000 alien species recorded in Europe are listed, and fact sheets for 100 of the most invasive alien species are included, each with a distribution map and colour illustration.
The book is complemented by a regularly updated internet database providing free additional information. With its highly interdisciplinary approach, DAISIE and its Handbook will be the basis for future scientific investigations as well as management and control of alien invasive species in Europe.
